Empowering People to Unleash the Potential of Data: The Case for Data Literacy
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We explore the multiple dimensions of data literacy. Beyond the capability to read and interpret data, it is also about critical skills, fact-checking, sourcing data, understanding bias, visualization and more.
The challenge of data literacy is manifold: How do we define it? How can we measure it? And, if there is a competency gap, then how can we improve literacy? In search for answers, we explore the multiple dimensions of data literacy. Beyond the capability to read and interpret data, it is also about critical skills, fact-checking, sourcing data, understanding bias, visualization, etc. We also discuss an open-source framework that would allow measuring data literacy for individuals, organizations, and society so that data can unleash its potential for all.
Author Name: Big Data LDN
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Big Data LDN (London) is a free to attend conference and exhibition, hosting leading data and analytics experts who are ready to equip you with the tools you need to deliver your most effective data-driven strategy. Discuss your business requirements with 130 leading technology vendors and consultants, hear from 150 expert speakers in 9 technical and business-led conference theaters, and network with thousands of fellow data experts.
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