This course focuses on data visualization, an essential skill for effectively communicating insights derived from data. It introduces three widely used Python packages: Matplotlib, Seaborn, and Plotly, each known for its unique capabilities in data visualization. The course covers the basics of these libraries and demonstrates how to create a variety of visualizations, from simple plots to complex interactive graphics. Through hands-on practice and case studies, students will learn how to choose the right visualization for their data, customize their plots, and create compelling visuals that convey meaningful insights. Optional case studies will allow students to deepen their understanding by applying these tools in real-world scenarios.
This module introduces the fundamentals of the Matplotlib package, a powerful and versatile library for creating static, animated, and interactive visualizations in Python. It begins with a brief overview of Matplotlib and demonstrates how to create a simple plot. Learners will explore how to enhance visualizations by adding titles, labels, and legends, as well as how to customize the plot’s appearance with different styles, lines, and markers. Additionally, the module covers adding annotations for clarity and how to create subplots to display multiple graphs within a single figure. By the end, students will be equipped with essential plotting skills using Matplotlib.
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6篇阅读材料1个作业6个非评分实验室
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6篇阅读材料•总计46分钟
Course Updates and Accessibility Support•1分钟
BiteSize Pedagogy•10分钟
Assessment Strategy•10分钟
Coursera Labs•10分钟
What is Matplotlib?•5分钟
Interact with GenAI•10分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Test your understanding•30分钟
6个非评分实验室•总计90分钟
A Simple Line Plot•15分钟
Titles and Labels•15分钟
Legends•15分钟
Customizations•15分钟
Annotations•15分钟
Subplots•15分钟
Advanced Matplotlib
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This module expands on the basic features of Matplotlib, guiding learners through the creation of a variety of complex plots that are essential for advanced data visualization. Starting with line, bar, and histogram plots, the module also covers scatter plots, pie charts, box plots, heatmaps, and how to manage complex subplots. These visualizations are crucial for effectively communicating patterns and insights from different types of data. By mastering these plots, students will be able to visualize complex datasets in a way that facilitates data analysis and decision-making.
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1篇阅读材料1个作业8个非评分实验室
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1篇阅读材料•总计10分钟
Interact with GenAI•10分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Test your understanding•30分钟
8个非评分实验室•总计120分钟
Line Plots•15分钟
Bar Plots•15分钟
Histograms•15分钟
Scatter Plots•15分钟
Pie Plots•15分钟
Box Plots•15分钟
Heatmaps•15分钟
Subplots•15分钟
Optional Matplotlib Case Study
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In this module, students will apply the skills learned from both the Basic and Advanced Matplotlib modules by working with the "Economy of Us" dataset. This case study challenges learners to create a variety of plots to visualize the dataset effectively. By generating multiple types of visualizations—such as line, bar, scatter, and heatmap plots—students will practice their ability to present economic data in a meaningful way. This hands-on experience reinforces key concepts and helps students solidify their understanding of Matplotlib for real-world applications.
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1篇阅读材料8个非评分实验室
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1篇阅读材料•总计10分钟
Background•10分钟
8个非评分实验室•总计170分钟
Part 1: Line Plots•30分钟
Part 2: Bar Plots•20分钟
Part 3: Histograms•20分钟
Part 4: Scatter Plots•20分钟
Part 5: Pie Plots•20分钟
Part 6: Box Plots•20分钟
Part 7: Heatmaps•20分钟
Part 8: Subplots•20分钟
Seaborn
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This module introduces Seaborn, a powerful Python visualization library built on top of Matplotlib that simplifies the creation of attractive and informative statistical graphics. Students will learn how to create various types of plots, including relational plots, distribution plots, and categorical plots, which are crucial for analyzing relationships between variables, distributions, and categories. The module also covers how to enhance visualizations by adding colors, styles, and facets for better data interpretation. Additionally, students will explore the lmplot function for fitting regression models and learn to generate multiple plots for comprehensive data analysis.
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2篇阅读材料1个作业10个非评分实验室
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2篇阅读材料•总计20分钟
Introduction to Seaborn•10分钟
Interact with GenAI•10分钟
1个作业•总计30分钟
Test your understanding•30分钟
10个非评分实验室•总计200分钟
Relational Plots•20分钟
Distributional Plots•20分钟
Categorical Plots•20分钟
Adding Colors•20分钟
Additional Plot Styles•20分钟
Facet Grids•20分钟
Implots•20分钟
Multiple Plots•20分钟
Iris•20分钟
Titanic•20分钟
Plotly
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This module introduces students to Plotly, a powerful data visualization library that enables the creation of interactive and dynamic visualizations. The module begins with an overview of what Plotly is and its advantages for data visualization. Students will learn how to create various types of plots, including scatter, line, area, bar, timeline, funnel, pie, and histogram plots. Additionally, the module will cover advanced techniques for creating 3D visualizations, such as 3D scatter plots and 3D line plots, providing learners with the skills to develop engaging and informative visual content.
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