Evaluation Criteria

Graphics Checked 
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1. Identified by number (required only for reference purposes, and to list in table of contents)

2. Titled (for tables) or captioned (for figures)

3. Title or caption emphasizes key words and clearly identifies the graphic

4. Acknowledges a source if necessary

5. Labels all parts correctly

      Tables:

a. Do all columns have headings that read down?

b. Are units of measure identified in the box head (not the data field)?

c. Are compared items organized for easy comparison?

Figures:

Are all relevant parts labeled clearly? (e.g., x and y axis)

6. Narrative refers to the graphic

7. Prepared neatly, with ample margins

8. Speaks for itself (what is the message?)

Other Comments