Dot Mapping is taking raw data usually a compilation of numbers and using it represent different variables (ie population, religious belief, race). These variables are represented by a dot using a maximum number and a geolocation. They are placed throughout a region and can make for detailed yet simplistic interpretation by the average individual.
This dot map had me in a crunch this week. I am not sure why it was so mean but it pretty much kick my tail. Attempting to represent an accurate picture can be challenging. If drawn incorrectly you could skew information and cause the map reader to falsely interpret you message. The information provided to use by the census bureau is divided by county. If the dots where map in any random place through out counties in Florida it might make Lake Okeechobee look like a very lively neighborhood. Since most of south west Florida is marsh or swamp, having the dots only fall on urban areas becomes really important. Unless you want the rest of the world to think the History Channel's Swamp People is the only thing to the left of Miami.
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