Understanding Space Weather Through Storytelling Data Visualization
Angela Brantley, Katherine G. Herbert, Vaibhav K. Anu, Sumi Hagiwara, Stefan A. Robila, Jason T.L. Wang · 2024
Many students have difficulty understanding graphs. It may not be that they are not interested in what can be learned from a graph, rather how information is presented in a graph can be confusing. The project will focus on utilizing graphic design principles to create visual representations that effectively communicate the complex and nature of space weather. Through the incorporation of scientific data and research on solar activities, students will employ design elements such as layout, color theory, typography, and illustration to represent the various aspects of solar weather. The primary goal of this project is to create a simpler way to communicate information using visuals to understand the effect of solar activities on our planet. By merging scientific knowledge with creative design skills, students are encouraged to create informative and visually compelling materials such as infographics, posters, animations, and interactive digital media through an app. These visual representations will aim to clarify the causes, consequences, and predictive measures related to solar weather events.