Group Project

 

Compared to most projects, we had an exceptionally good group charisma. All members of my group actively participated and were at all meetings outside of the classroom.  As far as the project itself, we decided to make a Visual Communications for Dummies book which is a 3-D as well as a 2-D graphic that describes the  numerous topics discussed in class.  Originally, we brainstormed ideas for the project but felt that the most efficient way to illustrate our project was through a book.  We then started brainstorming the most important topics that we covered and sectioned them off into chapters.  This allows the viewer to remember our project in sections.  As we began putting our project together, we realized that we covered a lot of topics which was necessary to get the main ideas across to our persona.  As far as establishing our persona, we had fun coming up with an ideal visual communications student. This allowed us to use our imaginations and forget about the curriculum aspect.  Looking back on this project, I feel we did a good job getting the main ideas across to our viewer.

Multivariate

For my multivariate chart I chose to use the random sample of 100 students to determine their preference of caffeine when studying for finals.  To add to my original bar graph, I utilized a line graph which shows the correlation of Mg of caffeine in each beverage. The addition of the line graph is confusing at first but with the addition of the legend the viewer is able to distinguish the difference. This multivariate distinguishes the differences in the amount of caffeine per energy drink.  To gather my information I utilized a survey I used for student government as well as the internet to find the amount of caffeine in each drink.  Once I completed the assignment I realized that the amount of fluid ounces was different but that it did not matter because each amount of caffeine is based on 1 serving size.  This graph shows multiple factual information but is easy for the viewer to understand.