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Getting Started with Teaching Data Science in Schools Online distance learning

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Learn the basics of data science and how to introduce data science in the classroom.

  • Length: 3 weeks; 3 hours per week
  • Start date: anytime
  • Introductory: leads to further study opportunities

Why this course

Intended learning outcomes

  • Apply computational tools and techniques to topical open data sets
  • Explore large real-world data sets through computer-generated visualizations
  • Reflect on the value of data analytics, and the implications for society
  • Justify topical opinions based on evidence drawn from relevant data sets
  • Identify how data literacy tasks can be incorporated into school learning activities

How to register

Registration is free.

The course is hosted on an external learning platform, Futurelearn.

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