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Data Literacy 101: Understanding Data and the Extraction of Insights

September 23, 2024: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Statistics, Modelling & Analysis, White Flint

Authors	Abstract
Kirk Paul Lafler	Data is ubiquitous and growing at extraordinary rates, so a solid foundation with data essentials is needed. Topics include the fundamentals of data literacy, how to derive insights from data, and how data can help with decision-making tasks. Attendees learn about the types of data - nominal, ordinal, interval, and ratio; how to assess the quality of data; explore data using visualization techniques; and use selected statistical methods to describe data.

Kirk Paul Lafler

Data is ubiquitous and growing at extraordinary rates, so a solid foundation with data essentials is needed. Topics include the fundamentals of data literacy, how to derive insights from data, and how data can help with decision-making tasks. Attendees learn about the types of data - nominal, ordinal, interval, and ratio; how to assess the quality of data; explore data using visualization techniques; and use selected statistical methods to describe data.

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