Welcome to our Data Foundations program! Get ready for an exciting week of exploring the world of data.
To kick off our first day, we'll begin with introductions and an overview of the data cycle. We'll discuss the importance of data and how it's used in various industries. Then, we'll dive into the basics of data, exploring what data is and the different types of data.
Next, we'll move on to the practical side of things. We'll walk you through the tools you'll be using throughout the week, including Google Forms and Google Sheets. You'll learn how to use these tools to collect and organize data efficiently.
Later, we'll introduce you to Jupyter Notebooks and Python. You'll learn how to use these powerful tools to analyze and visualize data. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the basics of coding, so no prior experience is required.
By the end of the program, you'll be fully equipped with the knowledge and tools you need to collect and analyze data like a pro. Get ready for a week of exciting exploration and discovery in the world of data!
Curriculum
Day 1
Introductions & Data Foundations
Introduction to the Data Cycle
What are data?
How will we collect data this week?
Getting set up for the week
Google Forms, Google Sheets
Jupyter Notebooks
Python
Day 2
Hands-On Data Explorations
Data Cleaning by hand
Data Filtering by hand
Descriptive Statistics - describe what you see!
Computer Data Explorations
Coding Environments and Importing Data
Data Cleaning using code (Python)
Data Filtering using code (Python)
Day 3
Hands-On Data Visualizations
Creating graphs actively!
Computer Data Visualizations
Creating graphs with code (Python)
Day 4
Interpreting Data
What is our data telling us?
Applications of data insights
Group Project Selection
Collect data on a single topic
Graph project data
Day 5
Finalizing Projects
Present topic insights gleaned from data
Women in Data Science Panel
Meet women in the field and ask them questions about their exciting careers!