This project incorporates graphical excellence by representing a large amount of data more effectively than words would be able to. The initial map is useful for obtaining a brief idea of which states are most guilty of over-watching TV. My second graphic (the chart) is an example of a space-time-story graphic that Tufte describes. It utilizes space in the thickness of each section. The time is explained through number of hours, and the story of the most popular show (shown through color) gives the chart an extra dimension of extra information.
Feedback
During my meeting with my group, I was given the suggestion of finding an incentive for users to actually report data. This required a lot of thought because I had to make the incentive strong enough to attract users, but weak enough so as to encourage limiting one’s TV usage. As a result, this project aims to first convince people that they should be reducing the amount of shows they watch before giving them suggestions (in moderation) about what new show they might enjoy.
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