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This guide to the discovery, analysis, production, communication, and use of statistical information through graphic forms produced by a computer is designed to enable researchers to conduct their analyses and report research results more effectively. It is designed both for individuals with little knowledge about the use of statistical graphs or with using a computer to create graphs, and for those who have reached a plateau in using such graphics. Topics covered in the first three major sections include: (1) Getting Started with Graphics (an approach for individuals, an overview, the anatomy of a graph, and characteristics of graphic quality and effectiveness); (2) Choice, Design, and Production of Statistical Graphics (process of graphic design and production and standards, principles, and guidelines for graphic design); and (3) Implementation and Use of Statistical Graphics (a strategy for extending the use of graphics in the office, and approaches for hardware and software selection). The fourth major section provides annotated bibliographies of books and periodicals ranging from the introductory and general levels through technical and system-specific publications, and briefly describes five graphics organizations, associations, and conferences. Nineteen references are listed. (RP)

This guide to the discovery, analysis, production, communication, and use of statistical information through graphic forms produced by a computer is designed to enable researchers to conduct their analyses and report research results more effectively. It is designed both for individuals with little knowledge about the use of statistical graphs or with using a computer to create graphs, and for those who have reached a plateau in using such graphics. Topics covered in the first three major sections include: (1) Getting Started with Graphics (an approach for individuals, an overview, the anatomy of a graph, and characteristics of graphic quality and effectiveness); (2) Choice, Design, and Production of Statistical Graphics (process of graphic design and production and standards, principles, and guidelines for graphic design); and (3) Implementation and Use of Statistical Graphics (a strategy for extending the use of graphics in the office, and approaches for hardware and software selection). The fourth major section provides annotated bibliographies of books and periodicals ranging from the introductory and general levels through technical and system-specific publications, and briefly describes five graphics organizations, associations, and conferences. Nineteen references are listed. (RP)

This guide to the discovery, analysis, production, communication, and use of statistical information through graphic forms produced by a computer is designed to enable researchers to conduct their analyses and report research results more effectively. It is designed both for individuals with little knowledge about the use of statistical graphs or with using a computer to create graphs, and for those who have reached a plateau in using such graphics. Topics covered in the first three major sections include: (1) Getting Started with Graphics (an approach for individuals, an overview, the anatomy of a graph, and characteristics of graphic quality and effectiveness); (2) Choice, Design, and Production of Statistical Graphics (process of graphic design and production and standards, principles, and guidelines for graphic design); and (3) Implementation and Use of Statistical Graphics (a strategy for extending the use of graphics in the office, and approaches for hardware and software selection). The fourth major section provides annotated bibliographies of books and periodicals ranging from the introductory and general levels through technical and system-specific publications, and briefly describes five graphics organizations, associations, and conferences. Nineteen references are listed. (RP)

This guide to the discovery, analysis, production, communication, and use of statistical information through graphic forms produced by a computer is designed to enable researchers to conduct their analyses and report research results more effectively. It is designed both for individuals with little knowledge about the use of statistical graphs or with using a computer to create graphs, and for those who have reached a plateau in using such graphics. Topics covered in the first three major sections include: (1) Getting Started with Graphics (an approach for individuals, an overview, the anatomy of a graph, and characteristics of graphic quality and effectiveness); (2) Choice, Design, and Production of Statistical Graphics (process of graphic design and production and standards, principles, and guidelines for graphic design); and (3) Implementation and Use of Statistical Graphics (a strategy for extending the use of graphics in the office, and approaches for hardware and software selection). The fourth major section provides annotated bibliographies of books and periodicals ranging from the introductory and general levels through technical and system-specific publications, and briefly describes five graphics organizations, associations, and conferences. Nineteen references are listed. (RP)

The objective of this thesis research was to create an embedded tutorial for the Ramtek 9400 Color Graphics Display System. An embedded tutorial is a self-paced Computer Aided Instruction (CAI) learning technique which is implemented on the actual equipment the subjects are learning to use. This technique has tremendous potential in helping the Department of Defense meet its goal of increased manpower effectiveness. The Tutorial should eliminate the necessity for each user to possess and master large quantities of often confusing documentation. It should also free members of the laboratory staff from repetitive teaching tasks, allowing them to provide more specialized consulting. Goals of good CAI system design and man-machine interface, and the design techniques actually used to implement the embedded Tutorial are discussed. Evaluations by faculty, staff, and students were performed to identify areas of improvement. A User's Manual and Software Maintenance Manual were also written to accompany the embedded Tutorial.

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The objective of this thesis research was to create an embedded tutorial for the Ramtek-9400 Color Graphics Display System. An embedded tutorial is a self-paced Computer Aided Instruction (CAI) learning technique which is implemented on the actual equipment the subjects are learning to use. This technique has tremendous potential in helping the Department of Defense meet its goal of increased manpower effectiveness. The tutorial should eliminate the necessity for each user to possess and master large quantities of often confusing documentation. It should also free members of the laboratory staff from repetitive teaching tasks, allowing them to provide more specialized consulting. Goals of good CAI system design and man-machine interface, and the design techniques actually used to implement the embedded Tutorial are discussed. Evaluations by faculty, staff, and students were performed to identify areas of improvement. A user's manual and software maintenance manual were also written to accompany the embedded tutorial. (Author)