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Information visualization
According to the established tradition, let's start with the definition.
Information visualization– presentation of information in the form of graphs, diagrams, block diagrams, tables, maps, etc.
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Why visualize information? "Stupid question!" - the reader will exclaim. Of course, text with pictures is perceived better than “gray” text, and pictures with text are perceived even better. It’s not for nothing that we all love comics so much - after all, they allow us to literally grasp information on the fly, seemingly without making the slightest mental effort! And remember how well you remembered the material of those lectures that were accompanied by slides during your studies!
The first thing that comes to our mind when we hear the word “visualization” is graphs and diagrams (here it is, the power of associations!). On the other hand, only numerical data can be visualized in this way; no one has ever been able to build a graph based on coherent text. For the text, we can build a plan, highlight the main thoughts (thesis) - make a brief summary. We will talk about the disadvantages and harms of note-taking a little later, but now let’s say that if we combine an outline and a short outline - “hang” theses on the branches of a tree, the structure of which corresponds to the structure (plan) of the text - then we will get an excellent block diagram text which will be remembered much better than any abstract. In this case, the branches will play the role of those “tracks” - paths connecting the concepts and theses that we talked about earlier.
Remember how we built UML diagrams based on the description of the designed software system received from its future users? The resulting pictures were perceived by both clients and developers much easier and faster than a text description. In the same way, you can “depict” absolutely any text, not just the technical specifications for system development. The approach we described above allows you to visually present absolutely any text - be it a fairy tale, a technical assignment, a lecture, a science fiction novel, or the results of a meeting - in the form of a convenient and easy-to-read tree. You can build it any way you like, as long as you get a visual and understandable diagram, which would be nice to illustrate with appropriate drawings.
Such schemes are also convenient to use in communication when discussing any questions and problems. As practice shows, the absence of clear notation standards does not create absolutely no communication difficulties for discussion participants. On the contrary, the use of non-verbal forms of presenting information allows you to focus attention precisely on the key points of the problem. However, visualization is one of the most promising areas for increasing the efficiency of analysis, presentation, perception and understanding of information.
Wow, we are finally done with the tedious description of scientific theories, methods and techniques used to process, systematize and visualize information! The previous part of the chapter greatly tired both the author and the readers, and nevertheless, it was necessary: as a result, we saw that the features of our brain are already actively used by scientists in various fields of science, many things that seem familiar to us, – personal computers, user interfaces, knowledge bases, etc. – were initially built taking into account the associative nature of human thinking and its tendency to hierarchical representation and visualization of information. But the pinnacle and natural graphic expression of a person’s thought processes is mind mapping, to the discussion of which we are finally moving on. And at the same time we will try to expand our understanding of the principles of visual thinking.
Information visualization - concept and types. Classification and features of the category "Information Visualization" 2017, 2018.
The saying “it’s better to see once than to hear a hundred times” reflects the essence of such a process as visualization.
Visualization(from lat. visualis, “visual”) is a general name for techniques for presenting numerical information or a physical phenomenon in a form convenient for visual observation and analysis (wikipedia).
What is visualization? The concept itself is quite multifaceted; there are several definitions depending on what field of activity we are talking about. The purpose of visualization is to communicate data. Information visualization is the process of representing abstract data in the form of images that can help in understanding the meaning of the data. (FB.ru)
Not only children, but also many people do not perceive information well by ear, some of it is not recognized and is lost, some is perceived incorrectly, a dry monologue quickly tires and can demotivate students. Visualization of the submitted material provides clarity, clear perception and understanding, the ability to repeatedly access the presented information, and the ability to compare with previous and subsequent information.
The following visualization methods are distinguished:
1 Drawing
Drawing appears to have been the world's first conscious attempt to visualize images for display to another person.
2 Schedule
Graphs are intended primarily to illustrate mathematical concepts, functional dependencies, or relationships between objects.
3 Diagram
Diagrams allow you to illustrate quantitative relationships in a specific area.
4 Photography
5 Map(wikipedia).
Including visualization in the educational process allows you to actively use the powerful visual channel for receiving information. In addition to a more understandable and visual form of obtaining information, there is an additional activation of the nervous system, ensuring increased attention and concentration of students on the subject of study.
There is another important effect of visualization. By documenting the results of an independent discussion of a new topic, students connect the most powerful potential of creativity to their learning. The search for original forms of reflecting the results of the team’s work, the implementation of all one’s abilities in this process, free self-expression and the associated bright positive emotions ensure the effective assimilation and reliable consolidation of new knowledge and skills!
For visualization in the educational process, you can use the usual colored crayons, colorful cards, stickers, magazine clippings, watercolors, modeling materials and other items suitable for this purpose. The theatrical presentation of the results of the discussion will also provide a vivid visual effect and lasting memorization of the material. In fact, the options for presenting the learning process and results are limitless; more precisely, they are determined by the objectives of each lesson section and are limited solely by the imagination of the teacher, students and resource capabilities.
Active methods of presenting information, various techniques and methods of visualizing material enliven the educational process, are positively perceived by students and have a positive impact on learning outcomes. Take the time to plan and implement this process in your lesson!
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The saying “it’s better to see once than to hear a hundred times” reflects the essence of such a process as visualization.
Visualization (from lat. visualis , “visual”) is a general name for techniques for presenting numerical information or a physical phenomenon in a form convenient forvisual observation and analysis (wikipedia).
What is visualization? The concept itself is quite multifaceted; there are several definitions depending on what field of activity we are talking about. The purpose of visualization is to communicate data. Information visualization is the process of representing abstract data in the form of images that can help in understanding the meaning of the data. (FB.ru)
Not only children, but also many people do not perceive information well by ear, some of it is not recognized and is lost, some is perceived incorrectly, a dry monologue quickly tires and can demotivate students. Visualization of the submitted material provides clarity, clear perception and understanding, the ability to repeatedly access the presented information, and the ability to compare with previous and subsequent information.
The following visualization methods are distinguished:
1 Drawing
The drawing appears to have been the world's first conscious attempt to visualize images for display to a friend. in a person.
2 Schedule
Graphs are intended primarily for illustrative purposes.mathematical concepts, functional dependencies or connections between objects.
3 Diagram
Diagrams allow you to illustrate whenqualitative relationships in a certain area.
4 Photography
5 Map (wikipedia).
Including visualization in the educational process allows you to actively use the powerful visual channel for receiving information. In addition to a more understandable and visual form of obtaining information, there is an additional activation of the nervous system, ensuring increased attention and concentration of students on the subject of study.
There is another important effect of visualization. By documenting the results of an independent discussion of a new topic, students connect the most powerful potential of creativity to their learning. The search for original forms of reflecting the results of the team’s work, the implementation of all one’s abilities in this process, free self-expression and the associated bright positive emotions ensure the effective assimilation and reliable consolidation of new knowledge and skills!
For visualization in the educational process, you can use the usual colored crayons, colorful cards, stickers, magazine clippings, watercolors, modeling materials and other items suitable for this purpose. The theatrical presentation of the results of the discussion will also provide a vivid visual effect and lasting memorization of the material. In fact, the options for presenting the learning process and results are limitless; more precisely, they are determined by the objectives of each lesson section and are limited solely by the imagination of the teacher, students and resource capabilities.
Active methods of presenting information, various techniques and methods of visualizing material enliven the educational process, are positively perceived by students and have a positive impact on learning outcomes. Take the time to plan and implement this process in your lesson!
The topic of information visualization and infographics regularly comes up in my work, and in general is interesting as a practice in design and design. Although we at the company work on web systems, where most problems are solved by standard design tools such as forms or information blocks, sometimes it is necessary to present a large amount of information in a succinct and compact way. Often these are quite specific tasks, the interface of which takes a lot of time to think through. True, these tasks are some of the most interesting.
The practice of displaying information graphically has many synonyms, but recently the two most commonly used are data visualization and infographics. These approaches have existed for quite a long time; a lot of literature has been written on this subject. Famous authors and designers include Edward Tufte, Stephen Few, Ben Fry. But first of all, it’s interesting where and how infographics are used.
Application
Now there are many interesting examples of visualization, but many of them are more objects of art than practically useful media. I see the following use cases:
- Statistics and reports. A self-sufficient genre when data for a certain period of time is shown together. For example, a static picture in an appendix to a report or a custom graph in a statistics service, with the ability to change its display parameters.
- reference Information. An addition to the main text, clearly illustrating it with the data mentioned. For example, to give a general idea of the dynamics of one of the indicators, or to display some process and its stages; maybe - to show the structure of a certain phenomenon.
- Interactive services. Products and projects in which infographics are part of the functionality. Thus, a process diagram can be used as a means of navigating through services with complex workflow. Almost everything related to working with maps is rarely done without a mix of infographics and interactivity, not to mention specialized systems like control rooms and most computer games.
- Illustrations. Not exactly a pure genre - rather, the use of practices and approaches of beautiful data display to create independent illustrations. They carry a certain meaning, but this is not their main task - the main value is the quality of execution.
- Drawings and diagrams. Specialized documents showing the structure and process of operation of complex engineering and natural systems. In addition to various maps, these are often things that are rarely used in everyday life, such as printed circuit board diagrams.
- Experiments and art. Data visualization without any particular practical meaning, rather as experiments or installations. Most often, these are complex and cumbersome images that are difficult to “read” fluently - the volume of data and relationships between them is such that you need to deal with the picture in parts; or simply abstract images, automatically generated. Recently, the trend has become increasingly popular and periodically goes beyond the scope of computer graphics - for example, in the form of graphic sculptures.
Classification
The set of visualization tools is quite extensive - from the simplest line graphs to complex displays of multiple connections. They can be divided into several types:
Charts
Show the dependence of data on each other. They are built along the X and Y axes, although they can also be three-dimensional.
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(line chart, area chart). The most common case. Connects a set of points corresponding to axis values with a line. For example, daily website traffic for a month. It can show several sets of data at once - for example, view statistics for the 3 most popular pages. Examples: © BFM.ru, SmartMoney, TeleGeography Research |
| (scatterplot). Shows the distribution of a limited set of points corresponding to axis values. A trend line is often drawn between the points - it clearly shows patterns among the values. For example, the relationship between length of service and labor productivity among 50 employees of a company (you cannot simply connect the resulting points in the form of a linear graph - the meaning will be distorted, and the line will be jerky). Examples: © Statcon More examples in the pattern gallery |
Comparison Charts
Shows the relationships of a data set. In many cases they are built around axes, although this is not necessary.
| (bar chart). Shows one or more data sets, comparing them with each other. There are two display options in the case of several sets - either in the form of several adjacent columns, or in the form of one, but divided inside in accordance with the shares of values. For example, the annual profits of three companies over the last 5 years or the market shares of three companies over the same time. Examples: © SmartMoney More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (histogram). Shows the distribution of the data set within the sample in the form of bars. For example, the number of company employees in several age groups. Examples: © Artemy Lebedev Studio, Great Soviet Encyclopedia More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (pie chart). Displays the percentage occupied by each value within a data set as a broken circle. For example, market shares of mobile operators. Can display multiple sets of data at once - in this case, charts are superimposed on each other, each of them smaller than the previous one. For example, market shares of mobile operators over the past 3 years. Examples: © Candy Chang, Density Design, GraphJam More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (bubble chart). A mix of graph and diagram - a set of points corresponding to the values is placed along two axes. In this case, the points themselves are not connected and have different sizes, which are specified by the third parameter. For example, comparing the number of goods purchased, the total cost of the purchase and the size of the buyer’s total budget. Examples: © (author unknown), Sekret Firmy, Kommersant.Money More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (ring chart). Shows the percentage of the maximum amount that one of the values in the data set occupies, as a partially filled ring. For example, the number of medals won at the championship is relative to the maximum. Often several such charts are used at once, comparing different values. Examples: © Wired, New York Times More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (span chart). Shows the minimum and maximum values within a data set as a stripped-down bar chart. The beginning of the column does not lie on the horizontal axis, but at the point of the minimum vertical value. For example, the variation in the cost of a square meter of housing in different areas of the city. Examples: © Potsdam University of Applied Sciences More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (radar chart). Compares the magnitudes of multiple values, each corresponding to a point on an axis. The number of axes corresponds to the number of values, and the points are connected by lines. For example, a comparison of the profitability of each of the 8 areas of the company’s activities. Examples: © Secret of the Firm, Pedro Monteiro, Main Library at Queen Mary (University of London) More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (tag cloud). Compares keywords or phrases (meanings) contained within a piece of text (data set), giving each of them a different font size. The font size depends on the parameter value. For example, the 25 most frequently mentioned words in newspapers for December 2008. Examples: © Flickr, Martin Ignacio Bereciartua More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (heat map). Compares values within a data set, painting them with one of the colors in a pre-selected spectrum. The basis is an image or other diagram on which the values are arranged. The color depends on the value of the parameter and is most often applied in the form of spots. For example, countries in the world with the highest atmospheric pressure or elements of the main page of the site that users click on most often. Examples: © Dylan Vester, CrazyEgg More examples in the pattern gallery |
Trees and structure diagrams
Show the structure of a data set and the relationships between its elements.
| Graph and tree(graph, tree). Shows the hierarchy of a dataset in which elements are parents or children of each other. It is built in the form of nodes connected by lines either from top to bottom or from the center of the composition. A node is usually shown as a circle or rectangle. For example, a site map. Examples: © Concept Draw, Karen Leech, (author unknown) More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (mind map). Shows the composition and structure of a phenomenon or concept in the form of a graph in which each node has one or more child elements. This is a special case of a graph, with the difference that the branches usually diverge symmetrically from a node located in the center of the image. For example, a summary of a book on project management that reflects its content and basic concepts. Examples: © Adaptive Path, Ethan Hein, Comic vs Audience More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| Formalized structure diagrams. They show the composition and structure of the system or its parts in the form of cards, which are described with varying degrees of detail and are connected to each other as parent and child. Displayed in a standardized form - for example, using UML (Unified Modeling Language) or IDEF1X (Integration Definition for Information Modeling). For example, all the entities necessary for the operation of one of the modules of the software system. Examples: © Concept Draw, Wikipedia More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (Venn/Euler diagram). Shows relationships between values in a data set as overlapping circles (usually three). The area where all the circles intersect shows what they have in common. For example, the intersection of meeting deadlines, budget, and objectives is project success. Examples: © Phil Glockner, Dan Saffer More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (tree map). Shows the hierarchy of a dataset in which elements are parents or children of each other. Displayed as a set of nested rectangles, each of which is a branch of the tree, and those inside it are children and branches. Rectangles vary in size depending on the parameter and have a color that is specified by another parameter. For example, a detailed structure of the company's budget, in which the percentage of change of each item compared to the previous year is shown in color. Examples: © Tableau Software, Panopticon, Panopticon More examples in the pattern gallery |
Process visualization diagrams
Show a process consisting of a sequence of actions. May include one or more scenarios for the development of events.
| (block diagram). Shows the key steps that a process takes in the form of blocks connected to each other by unidirectional arrows. Displayed in a standardized format, where the appearance of the block depends on its role in the process. For example, a diagram of the process of approval and publication of an article within the editorial office. Examples: © Density Design, Allen Holub, Concept Draw More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (block diagram). Shows the key steps that a process takes in the form of blocks connected to each other by arrows. Displayed in free form, where the steps are shown as freeform shapes, and the arrows may be bi-directional or have no direction at all. In addition, blocks can be combined into groups. For example, a simplified scheme for the movement of funds for SMS payments. Examples: © Tapulous, Secret of the Company, David Armano More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows the key steps of a process that contains a set of repetitive actions. The cyclic part is displayed as a ring, which is formed by steps connected by arrows. And the beginning and end of the process are arrows entering and leaving the circle. For example, the sequence of the quality control process that takes place while working on a software product. Examples: © Fruitful, eStrara, Idiagram More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (Sankey diagram). Shows the key steps of the process and the intensity of its occurrence in each section. Displayed without nodes, in the form of connecting and branching lines of different thicknesses (depending on the parameter value). It has any number of starting and ending points, and therefore many development scenarios. For example, the process of heat transfer from a thermal power plant to a boiler station, including its losses for various reasons. Examples: ©, Sankey-diagrams.com, IBM More examples in the pattern gallery |
Matrices
Compare values within a data set in the form of a table.
| Table(matrix). Shows a set of data in the form of cells filled with its values, which form rows and columns. Each column and row has an associated parameter that specifies a specific cell for the value. For example, the budget of the company’s departments for each year of its existence. Examples: © Izvestia, PresseBox, Elliance More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . A special case of a table. Shows the calendar month by numbers and days of the week. Examples: © thenonhacker, Yahoo! UI Patterns Library More examples in the pattern gallery |
Time Charts
Shows the distribution of data over time.
| (timeline). Shows values from a data set on a horizontal axis that corresponds to time. The intervals between values can be of any size. For example, the line of the 20th century, which marks major military conflicts. Examples: © Secret of the Firm, Rodrigo Ronda Leon, GOOD Magazine More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (Gantt diagram). Shows the sequence, duration, and start and end times of the steps and specific tasks required to complete the project. It is displayed in the form of a “waterfall” of one or several cascades - blocks connected by arrows, arranged diagonally from top to bottom, from left to right (i.e., by a “staircase”). Moreover, the length of the block depends on the time required for execution. For example, the tasks that need to be completed to write, prepare for printing, and publish a book. The diagram can also be classified as a process visualization group, but both of its parts (duration and sequence of actions) are equally important, so it’s a matter of taste. Examples: © MS Project, Todd R. Warfel More examples in the pattern gallery |
Cards
Shows data that depends on the geography or architecture of a certain object.
| . Shows in schematic form the composition and location of parts of a geographical object. For example, the world as a whole or an island. Examples: © Google Maps, TeleGeography Research, Flowing Data More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows a geographic feature as a photograph from a satellite or aircraft. For example, the world as a whole or a city. Examples: © Google Maps, Yandex.Maps More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows in schematic form highways, highways, railways and other roads superimposed on the outlines of geographical objects. For example, a road map of the region. Examples: © MapQuest, Yandex.Maps More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows various objects as markers on a world, country or city map. Objects are most often those built by man: houses, shops, monuments, infrastructure, etc. on the city map; or cities on a map of the country; or countries on the world map. The basis can be almost any map, but geographic, photographic, road or topographic maps are usually used. For example, the location of company offices on a city map. Examples: © Yandex.Maps, Autokadabra More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (cartogram). Shows a set of data in the form of a schematic map, each of the values of which is associated with a geographical object. In this case, the size and shape of the object depends on the value. For example, a world map in which the size of a country depends on the size of its population. Examples: © Density Design, (author unknown), Manuel Marino More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (floor plan). Shows in schematic form the shape and internal structure of one of the floors of a building or other architectural structure. It can also show the arrangement of furniture and other items filling the premises. For example, a floor plan for a two-room apartment. Examples: © Christian’s of Bucks Point, (author unknown), (author unknown) More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows public transport stops in the form of one or more intersecting lines of different colors. The line corresponds to a predetermined sequence of stations. In some cases, it is superimposed on a simplified geographic map. For example, a metro map. | Pie diagram of connections(network diagram, arc diagram). Shows relationships within a data set in the form of a ring on which values are arranged. The values are connected by arcs or lines located in the inner area of the circle. If there are a large number of values, they can also be located inside the ring, although this is less obvious. Connections can also have direction. For example, are the group members on a social network mutual friends? Examples: © Ethan Hein, Ethan Hein, Josef Muller-Brockmann More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows relationships within a data set in the form of a line on which values are placed. The values are connected by arcs located above and below the line. Connections can also have direction. This is an alternative option for drawing a circular connection diagram - their meaning and tasks are the same. Examples: © Martin Dittus, Andreas Koller & Philipp Steinweber, TeleGeography Research More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows relationships within a data set in the form of a globe or geographic map with values arranged on it. The values are connected by arcs if the image is three-dimensional, or by lines if the map is flat. Connections can also have direction. For example, the routes of all aircraft currently in the air. Examples: © National Science Foundation, Ensci, MIT Senseable City Lab More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| (dendrogram). Shows the proximity of the data set values for one of the parameters, using the Y axis to arrange the values themselves, and the X axis to indicate the parameter values. Displayed as a set of horizontal lines connecting to each other, which are connected if the values match the parameter. Moreover, the earlier the coincidence of values is along the X axis, the closer they are to each other. For example, comparing the annual revenue of 30 enterprises. Examples: © GUI.ru, New York Times, Kate Jones More examples in the pattern gallery |
Illustrations
Show a process or phenomenon in an unformalized form.
| . Shows the key steps that the process takes in the form of a plot depicted in the picture. Or the structure of a phenomenon in the form of a visual metaphor. Essentially similar to a graph, diagram, or informal flowchart. For example, an image of the water cycle in nature in a book on natural history. Examples: © Athletics NYC, Christian Montenegro, Popular Finance magazine More examples in the pattern gallery |
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| . Shows the key steps of a sequential process or phenomenon in the form of a set of pictures, each of which shows one of its stages in the form of a small plot. For example, the three steps of the parallel parking process in the instructions for drivers. Examples: © Scenic Valley Driving School, Elliance More examples in the pattern gallery |
According to the established tradition, let's start with the definition.
Information visualization– presentation of information in the form of graphs, diagrams, block diagrams, tables, maps, etc.
ecsocman.edu.ru
Why visualize information? "Stupid question!" - the reader will exclaim. Of course, text with pictures is perceived better than “gray” text, and pictures with text are perceived even better. It’s not for nothing that we all love comics so much - after all, they allow us to literally grasp information on the fly, seemingly without making the slightest mental effort! And remember how well you remembered the material of those lectures that were accompanied by slides during your studies!
The first thing that comes to our mind when we hear the word “visualization” is graphs and diagrams (that’s the power of associations!). On the other hand, only numerical data can be visualized in this way; no one has ever been able to construct a graph based on coherent text. For the text, we can build a plan, highlight the main thoughts (thesis) - make a brief summary. We will talk about the disadvantages and harms of note-taking a little later, but now let’s say that if we combine an outline and a short outline - “hang” theses on the branches of a tree, the structure of which corresponds to the structure (plan) of the text - then we will get an excellent block diagram text that will be remembered much better than any abstract. In this case, the branches will play the role of those “tracks” - paths connecting the concepts and theses that we talked about earlier.
Remember how we built UML diagrams based on the description of the designed software system received from its future users? The resulting pictures were perceived by both clients and developers much easier and faster than a text description. In the same way, you can “depict” absolutely any text, not just the technical specifications for system development. The approach we described above allows you to visually present absolutely any text - be it a fairy tale, a technical assignment, a lecture, a science fiction novel, or the results of a meeting - in the form of a convenient and easy-to-read tree. You can build it any way you like, as long as you get a visual and understandable diagram, which would be nice to illustrate with appropriate drawings.
Such schemes are also convenient to use in communication when discussing any questions and problems. As practice shows, the absence of clear notation standards does not create absolutely no communication difficulties for discussion participants. On the contrary, the use of non-verbal forms of presenting information allows you to focus attention precisely on the key points of the problem. Thus, visualization is one of the most promising areas for increasing the efficiency of analysis, presentation, perception and understanding of information.
Wow, we are finally done with the tedious description of scientific theories, methods and techniques used to process, systematize and visualize information! The previous part of the chapter greatly tired both the author and the readers, and nevertheless, it was necessary: as a result, we saw that the peculiarities of the work of our brain are already actively used by scientists in various fields of science; many things that seem familiar to us are personal computers, user interfaces, knowledge bases, etc. – were initially built taking into account the associative nature of human thinking and its tendency to hierarchical representation and visualization of information. But the pinnacle and natural graphic expression of a person’s thought processes is mind mapping, to the discussion of which we are finally moving on. And at the same time we will try to expand our understanding of the principles of visual thinking.
The concept itself is quite multifaceted; there are several definitions depending on what field of activity we are talking about. The purpose of visualization is that the data must come from something abstract or at least not immediately obvious. Visualization of objects excludes photography and this transformation from invisible to visible.
Data visualization
Information visualization is the process of representing abstract business or scientific data in the form of images that can help in understanding the meaning of the data. What is information visualization? This concept can be defined as the comparison of discrete data and its visual representation. This definition does not cover all aspects of information visualization, such as static, dynamic (animation) and the most relevant today, interactive visualization. Apart from the differences between interactive visualization and animation, the most useful categorization is based on scientific visualization, which is usually done using specialized software. Visibility plays an important role in the educational sphere. This is very useful when it comes to teaching topics that are difficult to imagine without concrete examples, such as the structure of atoms, which are too small to be taught without expensive and difficult to use scientific equipment. Visualization allows you to penetrate into any world and imagine what is seemingly impossible to imagine.
3D visualization
The software helps designers and digital marketers create 3D visual representations of a product, project, or virtual prototypes. Visualization provides developers with tools that can enhance advanced Visualization through visual imagery is an effective way to communicate. Visual presentation is one of the best ways to communicate with potential clients. Effective communication allows you to spend more time improving your projects and interacting productively. 3D visualization is a technique for creating 3D images, diagrams, or animations.
Using Visualization in Science
Today, visualization has an ever-expanding range of applications in science, education, engineering, interactive multimedia, medicine, and many others. Visualization has also found its application in the field of computer graphics, probably one of the most important events in the computer world. The development of animation also contributes to the advancement of visualization. Using visualization to present information is not a new phenomenon. It has been used in maps and scientific drawings for over a thousand years. Computer graphics have been used to study scientific problems from the very beginning. Most people are familiar with digital animation, such as the presentation of meteorological data during television weather reports. TV also offers a version of scientific visualization, where it shows computer-rendered and animated reconstructions of roads or airplane crashes. Some of the most interesting computer-generated examples include images of real spacecraft in action, in the void far beyond Earth or on other planets. Dynamic forms of visualization, such as educational animations or graphics, have the potential to enhance learning as visualization systems change over time.
The key to achieving your goals
What is an important tool for personal development. Just as motivating affirmations can help you focus on achieving your goals, so too can using visualization or mental imagery. Although visualization techniques in this sense have become very popular as a means of personal development since the late seventies and early eighties, people have been using mental imagery to achieve their desires since ancient times.
Creative tool
What is visualization? It is the use of imagination to create mental images of what we want in our lives. Together with focus and emotions, it becomes a powerful creative tool that helps in achieving the desired goal. When used correctly, it can lead to self-improvement, good health and various achievements, such as in your career. In sports, mental imagery as a visualization tool is often used by athletes to improve their skills. Using visualization as a technique consistently results in much better performance and results. This is also true in business and in life.
How it works?
Visualization, or imagination, works on a physiological level. Neural connections that occur in the brain, aka thoughts, can stimulate the nervous system in the same way as a real event. This kind of “rehearsal,” or running through certain events in the head, creates neural oscillations that cause the muscles to do what they are asked to do. Take, for example, the same athletes. During sports competitions, it is important not only to have exceptional physical skills, but also to have a clear understanding of the game and a certain psychological and emotional attitude. To be more effective, like any other skill, imagination needs to be trained regularly. Without what is visualization impossible? Lessons in developing imagination include important elements, namely mental images of relaxation, realism and systematicity.
When to use visualization?
Visual observation of the successful results of your activities can be carried out for absolutely any reason. Many people use visualization to bring their goals to life. Many athletes, actors and singers achieve something first in their minds, and then only in reality. This helps focus and eliminates some preliminary fears and doubts. This is a kind of warm-up or rehearsal that can be done before an important and exciting event. Visualization is a great preparation tool that consistently leads to increased levels of productivity.
How is the visualization process carried out?
You can go somewhere quiet and private where you won't be disturbed, close your eyes and think about a goal, attitude, behavior or skill you want to acquire. Take a few deep breaths and relax. Try to visualize the object or situation as clearly and in as much detail as possible. Emotions and feelings also play a big role in this; try to feel what you want more than anything else. You should practice the exercise at least twice a day for about 10 minutes each time and persist until you achieve success. It is also important to maintain a good mood throughout the entire process.
Benefits of Visualization
Systematic visualization of the model of your desire will help you better navigate the path to achieving your goals, will inspire and motivate, improve your mood with the help of positive, pleasant images and relieve negative emotions. In life and in work, success begins with a goal. This could be losing weight, getting a promotion, getting rid of bad habits, starting your own business. Big or small goals provide important guidance. They are like a compass - they help you move in the right direction. Visualization was described by Aristotle more than 2000 years ago. The great thinker of his time described this process in these words: “First, there must be a definite, clear, practical ideal, goal or goal. Secondly, there are the necessary means to achieve them: wisdom, money, means and methods. Thirdly ", the most important thing is to learn how to manage all the necessary means to achieve the desired result."
Seeing is believing
Usually it goes like this: I won’t believe it until I see it. Before you believe that a goal is achievable, you first need to have a visual representation of it. The technique of creating a mental image of a future event makes it possible to imagine the desired results and feel the joy of achieving them. When this happens, a person becomes motivated and becomes willing to achieve his goal.
It is worth remembering that this is not a clever trick, not just dreams and hopes for the future. Rather, visualization is a well-developed productivity technique used by successful people in a wide variety of fields. Research shows that visualization improves athletic performance by improving motivation, coordination, and concentration. It also helps in relaxation and can reduce fear and anxiety.
Why does visualization work?
Research using brain imaging studies suggests that neurons in the brain, those electrically excitable cells that carry information, interpret images as equivalent to real-life actions. The brain generates an impulse, this creates new neural pathways - clusters of cells in our brain that work together to recreate memories or behavioral patterns. All this happens without physical activity, but in this way the brain seems to program itself for success. A huge advantage of the power of visualization is that it is accessible to absolutely all people.
The unbreakable connection between mind and body
Visualization is a mental practice. With its help, the natural powers of the mind are powerfully activated. We can use the power of the mind to become successful in all areas of our lives. Psychological techniques teach us how to use our imagination to imagine specific things we want in our lives. The wonderful thing is that our thoughts influence our reality.
Scientists have proven that we use only 10% of the total potential of our brain, and this is at best. Is it possible to learn to use our natural abilities more effectively? Visualization systems represent the inextricable biological connections between mind and body, and the connection between mind and reality. If we learn to use imagination and visualization in the right way, it can be an extremely powerful tool for getting what we want in our lives. It is important to learn to use the power of our mind together with a creative approach that helps to discover and develop hidden talents and capabilities.
