Tech leaders need a fundamental understanding of the tools and technologies their teams use to build solutions. In this course, Recognizing the Need for Data Literacy: Executive Briefing, you will learn foundational knowledge of data literacy and the skills associated within this world. First, you will learn the value of data literacy. Next, you will discover what data literacy is and why there is a skills gap in the world with regards to data. Finally, you will explore how to understand the drivers of the data literacy skills gap. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of data literacy needed to improve your organization’s overall ability to effectively consume data.
Author Name: Jordan Morrow
Author Description:
Jordan Morrow is known as the “Godfather of Data Literacy”, having helped pioneer the field by building one of the world’s first data literacy programs and driving thought leadership. Jordan is a global trailblazer in the world of data literacy, having built one of the world’s first data literacy programs. He served as the Chair of the Advisory Board for The Data Literacy Project, has spoken at numerous conferences around the world and is an active voice in the data and analytics community. He h… more

Table of Contents

• Exploring Data Literacy’s Value
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• Defining Data Literacy
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• Understanding the Data Literacy Skills Gap
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• Examining the Causes of the Skills Gap
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