Deconstruction Discussion

In 300-400 words:

Following Harley (1989), deconstruct a map of your choice, static or interactive, print or web based. Hand in the map or a link to the map with your assignment.

1. Deconstruct the map taking into consideration the intention of the map and any noticeable biases in the visualization of the data.

2. Provide your own opinion of the data selection and display process that went into the construction of the map; whether or not you can legitimize these biases. Suggest one or two alternative design solutions which would have provided a less biased view of the data.

Please note: provide constructive criticism, and do not pick a map that has been created as a result of advertising dollars - ie a tourism map of Vancouver with Starbucks all over it - because Starbucks gave money for the printing of the map, and do not pick a historic map, it must be published within the last 20 years.

Reference

Harley, 1989 "Deconstructing the Map," Cartographica, 6/1: 1-20