1. What is data visualization? Why is it needed? 2. What are the historical roots of data visualization? 3. Carefully analyze Charles Joseph Minard’s graphical portrayal of Napoleon’s march. Identify...

1. What is data visualization? Why is it needed?

2. What are the historical roots of data visualization?

3. Carefully analyze Charles Joseph Minard’s graphical portrayal of Napoleon’s march.

Identify and comment on all of the information dimensions captured in this ancient diagram.

4. Who is Edward Tufte? Why do you think we should know about his work?

5. What do you think is the “next big thing” in data visualization?