Information mapping: A critique

Hartley, James

doi:10.1075/idj.3.1.05har

Article published In: Information Design Journal
Vol. 3:1 (1981) ► pp.51–58

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Information mapping

A critique

James Hartley | University of Keele

Published online: 1 January 1981

https://doi.org/10.1075/idj.3.1.05har

The Information Mapping system of structured writing is described and reviewed. Various difficulties in accepting the system are listed and solutions suggested. Problems of evaluating the system are noted and further research questions posed. In conclusion, Information Mapping is seen as a valuable and powerful format.

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