Hi Folks, in this episode we discuss the goods and bads of animated visualization:
03:26 – Introducing Data Stories 06:05 – Data Animation Kitsch 14:40 – Using Animation Interactively 17:54 – Scientific Research on Animation 27:17 – Eye-candy and the 2D vs. 3D Debate 29:37 – Engagement and “Data Entertainment” 31:19 – Contests and Marathons 41:07 – Conclusion
Here are some useful links to follow the discussion.
Examples.
Well-crafted round-up article by Andy Kirk
Research papers on animation.
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What do you think of animation in visualization? Is it effective? Can you resist the allure?