There are 7 modules in this course:
1. Why is most data numerical?
This module covers what we mean by 'data' and what it measures, while also exploring what numbers can help us achieve and understand.
2. What is the average, level or central tendency of data?
This module covers how to understand and use averages when working with data.
3. What is the spread or dispersion of data?
This module covers the two corresponding measures of spread; standard deviation and interquartile range (IQR), paying special attention to how the standard deviation is calculated and the impact of outliers.
4. How do I understand the data in pie charts, bar charts and histograms?
This module examines pie chats, bar charts, and histograms - and teaches how to interpret the data they present.
5. How do I understand the data in box plots, line graphs and scatterplots?
This module examines box plots, line graphs, and scatterplots - and how to interpret the data they present.
6. How do I understand the data in a graph?
This module teaches learners how to decode a graph using fundamental questions.
7. How can I use and interpret numbers in data well?
This module covers seven rules to interpret and evaluate numbers.