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COID 332

ANALYTICS FOR DESIGN

Collect, dashboard, and analyze data to generate insights that can be prototyped through design.

  • Format: Online, In-Person
  • Duration: 7 weeks
  • Credits: 3

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Lessons In This Class

LessonsProjects
1Lesson 1: Having an Analytical & Curious Mindset
Learn how to cultivate curiosity and think critically about data, uncovering hidden insights to fuel smarter, more impactful decisions.
Project 1: Data Integrity
Uncover the hidden truths behind a chosen cause by critically analyzing data for biases, gaps, and manipulation, empowering you to advocate with confidence and integrity.
2Lesson 2: Qualitative Data
Explore the art of storytelling through qualitative data, capturing the human experiences and emotions that numbers alone can’t convey.
Project 2: Collecting and Analyzing Qual Data
Gain deeper insights into a worthy cause by blending human stories from real-world interviews with the power of AI to uncover meaningful patterns and perspectives.
3Lesson 3: Quantitative Data
Dive into the world of numbers and metrics, mastering the tools and techniques to measure, compare, and confidently make data-driven decisions.
Project 3: Quant Data and Survey Design
Test your big ideas by designing and analyzing a data-driven survey that validates your hypothesis, sharpening your research and decision-making skills.
4Lesson 4: Data Analysis & Visualization
Transform raw data into compelling visuals and actionable insights that clarify and drive engagement.
Project 4: Visualizing Data for Impact
Transform raw data into compelling visuals with three unique approaches, revealing how tailored storytelling through design can engage diverse audiences and amplify insights.
5Lesson 5: From Data to Insights and Ideas
Discover how to connect the dots between data and creative solutions, turning findings into breakthrough ideas.
Project 5: From Data to Insights and Ideas
Bridge the gap between research and action by uncovering deep insights, crafting impactful problem statements, and brainstorming innovative solutions to tackle real-world challenges.
6Lesson 6: Telling the Story in Data
Learn to craft narratives that translate complex data into persuasive, relatable stories that inspire action.
Project 6: Crafting the Story
Bring your research to life with a powerful blog post that combines clear narratives, striking visuals, and data-driven insights to captivate your audience and drive impact.
7Lesson 7: Showcasing Your Skills
Learn how to create a standout portfolio and develop thought leadership content that highlights your skills, showcases your projects, and positions you as an expert in your field.
Project 7: Portfolio and Thought-Leadership Content
Build a professional portfolio and create impactful thought leadership content to showcase your skills, reflect on your projects, and position yourself for future opportunities, while gaining valuable feedback and practicing pitching your work.

“This was one of the best courses I’ve taken…being able to connect with some of the stories we have about our data will help me with my future data visualization projects.”

– CYNTHIA W.

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