The Week in Vis 10 (Mon, Nov 2-Fri, Nov 6): Perception

Now that we’ve returned from the conference, we can move to one of my favorite topics: perception. How we see, and how it influences visualization.

Visual perception is an entire field unto itself. We will just get a few basics of how people see, with a focus on the ramifications for visualization.

In addition to some standard readings, I am asking you to watch a video of a Steve Franconeri talk. Steve is a perceptual scientist who has become interested in visualization. He’ll be a special guest in class on Friday. Watch the talk first - then in class, we’ll apply the ideas to critique visualizations.

  • Don’t forget to vote (if you are a US citizen) on Tuesday.

Readings 10: Perception

There is no design challenge now… expect it soon. First I want to provide feedback on Design Challenge 1.