Using a Scavenger Hunt to Explore the Principles of Effective Documentation
Title of Panel or Colloquium
Panel: Encouraging Better Investigation Skills
Abstract
This presentation discusses a technical report scavenger hunt activity which illustrates the importance of designing usable documentation and key concepts such as parallel structure, visual cues, effective headings, and information frontloading. Additionally, the activity serves as a way to discuss the theoretical foundations of effective documentation.
Using a Scavenger Hunt to Explore the Principles of Effective Documentation
Room 217
This presentation discusses a technical report scavenger hunt activity which illustrates the importance of designing usable documentation and key concepts such as parallel structure, visual cues, effective headings, and information frontloading. Additionally, the activity serves as a way to discuss the theoretical foundations of effective documentation.
