Choosing a Chart Type (Depict Data Studios) - Wondering which type of graph is the best fit for your data? Explore our interactive chart chooser using the filters.

Measures that Matter Action Plan (light) - Building a foundation for library data collection that addresses current and future needs.

Measures that Matter Action Plan (full) - Measures that Matter (MtM) was launched through a cooperative agreement between the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and Chief Officers of State Library Agencies (COSLA) to address short- and long-term challenges to public library data collection and use.

Data Planning Logic Model - Blog post by Moe Hosseini-Ara and Rebecca Jones

Chartability

Data Visualisation e-learning (Government Analysis Function (UK))

Designing Content for People with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities (W3C)

Microsoft Inclusive Design

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

WebAIM: Contrast Checker

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Funding for all Illinois Library Systems - Chicago Public Library System, Illinois Heartland Library System, and Reaching Across Illinois Library System - is provided through the Illinois State Library and the Secretary of State from revenue appropriated by the Illinois General Assembly or granted under the federal Library Services and Technology Act.

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Data Resources

Technology & Tools

Data Cleaning & Analysis

Data Visualization

Geospatial Mapping (GIS)

Data Sources

Economic Data

Education Data

Geospatial Data

Health Data

Library Data

Best Practices

Chart Selection

Data Collection & Management

Data Modeling

Accessibility