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Definitions of Information Design
The field of information design applies traditional and evolving design principles to the process of translating complex, unorganized, or unstructured data into valuable, meaningful information. The practice of information design requires an interdisciplinary approach which combines skills in graphic design, writing and editing, instructional design, human performance technology, and human factors.
STC Information Design SIG (2001). Articles>Information Design
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Educational Programs in Information Design 
More than graphic design, more than technical writing, but not really in the information architecture or interaction design space, the ideal information design program combines coursework that may touch all of these fields. This can make it hard for those interested in learning ID to find a suitable degree program (or course, as our friends across the pond like to say). Below are some programs that may be of interest.
STC Information Design SIG. Academic>Education>Information Design>Interaction Design
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A collection of links to information design resources.
STC Information Design SIG. Resources>Directories>Information Design
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Information Design SIG of the STC
The Information Design SIG assists members interested in acquiring the necessary skills to practice information design. Information Design SIG activities include publishing Design Matters (the SIG's quarterly newsletter). This SIG also encourages and makes available information design research findings, success stories, educational programs, and other resources.
STC Information Design SIG. Organizations>Information Design
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An Information Design Timeline
a detailed history of information design.
STC Information Design SIG. Resources>Information Design>History
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Here's a reasonably current list of favorite weblogs in information design and related fields.
STC Information Design SIG. Resources>Directories>Information Design>Blogs
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What's in a Name? Information Design or Information Architecture?
Are there two information architectures? One influenced by presentation and one influenced by structure? Is the presentation-based IA better served by the name 'information design?' Does the medium really matter? Is print IA/ID different from web-based IA/ID in meaningful ways?
STC Information Design SIG (2001). Articles>Information Design
