Data Visualization : Part 1, New Directions for Evaluation, Number 139.
Title:
Data Visualization : Part 1, New Directions for Evaluation, Number 139.
Author:
Azzam, Tarek.
ISBN:
9781118793374
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Edition:
1st ed.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (96 pages)
Series:
J-B PE Single Issue (Program) Evaluation Ser. ; v.139
J-B PE Single Issue (Program) Evaluation Ser.
Contents:
Data Visualization, Part 1 -- Copyright -- Contents -- Editor-In-Chief's Comment -- Editors' Notes -- Part 1 Chapter Descriptions -- Reference -- Chapter 1: Data Visualization and Evaluation -- Abstract -- What We Mean by Data Visualization -- History and Current Trends in Data Visualization -- Current Uses of Data Visualization in Evaluation -- Understanding -- Collecting -- Analyzing -- Communicating -- Future Trends and Challenges -- Challenges -- Final Thoughts -- References -- Chapter 2: Developments in Quantitative Data Display and Their Implications for Evaluation -- Abstract -- Part 1: Variations on the Traditional Chart -- Sparkcharts -- Twitter Friendly -- Heat Mapping -- Bubble Chart -- Tree Map -- Stack Graph -- Part 2: The Web and New Display Features -- Interactive Data Display Systems -- Animation -- Automation -- Final Thoughts -- References -- Chapter 3: Visualizing Qualitative Data in Evaluation Research -- Abstract -- Evaluation Use of Qualitative Visualizations -- Traditional Display of Qualitative Data -- Framework for Visualizing Qualitative Data -- Examples of Visualizations of Qualitative Data -- Word -- Sentences -- Themes -- Challenges and Conclusions -- Notes -- References -- Chapter 4: Toolography -- Abstract -- Data Visualization Suites -- Google Fusion Tables -- Google's Public Data Explorer -- Many Eyes -- Microsoft Excel -- Tableau -- Mapping Tools -- Bing Maps -- Google Maps -- ArcGIS -- Finishing Tools -- Adobe Illustrator -- Adobe Flash -- Qualitative Visualization Tools -- MAXQDA -- NVivo -- Word Cloud Generators -- Wordle -- Tagxedo -- Social Network Analysis Tools -- Netdraw -- NodeXL -- References -- Index.
Abstract:
Do you communicate data and information to stakeholders? This issue is Part 1 of a two-part series on data visualization and evaluation. In Part 1, we introduce recent developments in the quantitative and qualitative data visualization field and provide a historical perspective on data visualization, its potential role in evaluation practice, and future directions. It discusses: Quantitative visualization methods such as tree maps Sparklines Web-based interactive visualization Different types of qualitative data visualizations, along with examples in various evaluation contexts A toolography describing additional data visualization tools and software, along with their major strengths and limitations. Intended as a guidance for understanding and designing data visualizations, this issue introduces fundamental concepts and links them to daily practice. This is the 139th volume of the Jossey-Bass quarterly report series New Directions for Evaluation, an official publication of the American Evaluation Association.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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