Critiquing Media Visualizations Using Perception Theory

This presentation critically examines visualisation practices through theoretical frameworks by Edward Tufte and Jacques Bertin, alongside cognition theory. It addresses issues in COVID-19 chart design and election map misrepresentation, highlighting the cognitive overload and perception errors affecting comprehension. Suggested improvements focus on enhancing clarity and accuracy. Concluding with the importance of effective communication in data visualisation, the presentation offers...