What you'll learn
Introduction to Data Visualization
What you'll learn
Introduction to Data Visualization
Master the principles for transforming your data into powerful visualizations, with a fresh, creative approach from data visualization guru, Andy Kirk.
This course is perfect for anyone looking to gain an accessible, broad and thorough conceptual understanding of contemporary data visualization to enhance the creativity and impact of their research.
This course will help learners to:
Harness color, composition, interactivity, and annotation to tell their data story
Tailor their visualizations to their audience’s needs and integrate critical thinking into their design decisions
Determine what is the most important, relevant and interesting content to portray to their audience
Language: English
Time to complete: 12 hours
Level: Beginner
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Course modules
Course modules
There are 4 modules in this course:
1. Introduction and Formulating your Design Brief
Introduction to the subject of data visualization, the design workflow and principles, and undertake the first stage of the design workflow, ‘Formulating your brief’.
2. Working with Data and Establishing your Editorial Thinking
Explore the four steps towards understanding and preparing your data and learn about editorial thinking and perspectives.
3. Developing your Design Solution: Data representation and interactivity
Learn how to show what you want to say and create the right user experience.
4. Developing your Design Solution: Annotation, colour and composition
Learn how to offer the right level of assistance, apply colour for legibility and organisation, and consider the layout of all your contents.
Who it's for
Who it's for
Who it’s for
There are no technical nor knowledge-based prerequisites for this course. The most critical attribute is your curiosity - an instinct for and interest in discovering and sharing insights from data - and your appetite to find a fresh approach to communicating data through visual representation and presentation. This course is aimed at people from all backgrounds, organisation types and domain areas. It is designed to be accessible and useful for all participant demographics with a role or interest in communicating with data.
FAQs
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How is the course structured?
The course is structured around a proven visualization design workflow delivered through four modules that incrementally build up your knowledge and confidence in this subject. Week-by-week, you will build up a detailed understanding of all the different aspects of decision-making that go into any data visualization design work from a range of creative, analytical, and journalistic perspectives.
How is the content delivered?
The content is delivered through a blend of teaching and assessment activities to maximize your learning opportunities.
Do I need to install any software?
No, you do not need to install any software. All you need is a computer (or tablet) and internet connection.
Will I get a certificate?
All of our courses offer a certificate of completion signed by your instructor. You will be able to download this certificate, from the Learning Platform, when you complete the course.
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