Guilherme D. Garcia, Université Laval
This workshop focuses on data visualization using R and versatile packages such as dplyr, ggplot2, plotly, and others. Over three days, participants will learn to create clear, publication-ready visualizations tailored to linguistic and psycholinguistic data. Day 1 introduces the principles of effective visual communication, the structure of ggplot2, and essential geoms for visualizing experimental results. Day 2 emphasizes data transformation using dplyr, customization using scales, grids, as well as the functional use of aesthetics to showcase group and condition effects. Day 3 explores specialized techniques for visualizing individual variation, statistical model estimates, and creating interactive plots to analyze complex experimental outcomes. The workshop includes several practical exercises.
Prior experience: basic knowledge of R and basic stats*
Pre-reading: Garcia, G. D. (2021). Data visualization and analysis in second language research. New York, NY: Routledge. Chapters 3, 4, and 5.