Editing Information design (section)

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'''Information design''' is the practice of presenting information in a way that fosters an efficient and effective understanding of the information. The term has come to be used for a specific area of [[graphic design]] related to displaying information effectively, rather than just attractively or for artistic expression. Information design is closely related to the field of [[data visualization]] and is often taught as part of graphic design courses.<ref>{{Cite web | url=http://www.design.ccsu.edu/ | title=Graphic Design &#124; Graphic Design Degree &#124; BA & MA Degree Programs &#124; CCSU}}</ref> The broad applications of information design along with its close connections to other fields of [[design]] and communication practices have created some overlap in the definitions of [[communication design]], [[data visualization]], and [[information architecture]].  

According to [[Per Mollerup]], information design is explanation design. It explains facts of the universe and leads to knowledge and informed action.<ref>Per Mollerup,  Data Design: Visualising quantities, locations, connections, Bloomsbury Academic, 2015</ref>