In this course, you’ll delve into the various types of data visualizations and explore what makes an effective visualization. You'll also learn about accessibility, design thinking, and other factors that will help you use data visualizations to effectively communicate data insights.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain the key concepts involved in design thinking as they relate to data visualization
- Describe the use of data visualizations to talk about data and the results of data analysis
- Discuss accessibility issues associated with data visualization
- Explain the importance of data visualization to data analysts
- Describe the key concepts involved in data visualization
In this module, you’ll explore the various types of data visualizations and understand what makes an effective visualization. You will understand the importance of data visualization. You will recognize the difference between correlation and causation and acquire tips for powerful visualizations.
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4个视频6篇阅读材料2个作业
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4个视频•总计22分钟
Why data visualization matters•6分钟
Connect images with data•6分钟
A recipe for a powerful visualization•5分钟
Dynamic visualizations•3分钟
6篇阅读材料•总计41分钟
Welcome to “Visualize Data”•1分钟
Effective data visualizations•8分钟
The beauty of visualizing•8分钟
Correlation and causation•8分钟
The wonderful world of visualizations•8分钟
Data grows on decision trees•8分钟
2个作业•总计28分钟
Self-Reflection: Choose your visualization type•20分钟
Test your knowledge on data visualizations •8分钟
Design data visualizations
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In this module, you’ll explore the principles of design thinking, and other factors that will help you use data visualizations to effectively communicate data insights. You will recognize the impact of data visualization and acknowledge the beauty of data.
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3个视频3篇阅读材料1个作业
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3个视频•总计16分钟
Elements of art•5分钟
Data visualization impact•5分钟
Design thinking and visualizations•6分钟
3篇阅读材料•总计24分钟
Principles of design•8分钟
Data is beautiful•8分钟
[Optional] Design thinking for visualization improvement•8分钟
1个作业•总计8分钟
Test your knowledge on designing data visualizations•8分钟
Visualization considerations
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In this module, you’ll learn about accessibility and design thinking and pro tips for highlighting key information. You will also explore strategies for designing a chart and create your own visualization.
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2个视频2篇阅读材料2个作业
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2个视频•总计7分钟
Accessible visualizations•4分钟
Andrew: Making data accessible•2分钟
2篇阅读材料•总计12分钟
Pro tips for highlighting key information•8分钟
Design a chart in 60 minutes•4分钟
2个作业•总计100分钟
Course 7 challenge: Visualize data•40分钟
Hands-On Activity: Create your own visualization•60分钟
Grow with Google is an initiative that draws on Google's decades-long history of building products, platforms, and services that help people and businesses grow. We aim to help everyone – those who make up the workforce of today and the students who will drive the workforce of tomorrow – access the best of Google’s training and tools to grow their skills, careers, and businesses.
Data is a group of facts that can take many different forms, such as numbers, pictures, words, videos, observations, and more. We use and create data everyday, like when we stream a show or song or post on social media.
Data analytics is the collection, transformation, and organization of these facts to draw conclusions, make predictions, and drive informed decision-making.
What background is required?
No prior experience with spreadsheets or data analytics is required. All you need is high-school level math and a curiosity about how things work.
Do you need to be strong at math to succeed in this certificate?
You don't need to be a math all-star to succeed in this certificate. You need to be curious and open to learning with numbers (the language of data analysts). Being a strong data analyst is more than just math, it's about asking the right questions, finding the best sources to answer your questions effectively, and illustrating your findings clearly in visualizations.
Do you need to take each course in course order?
We highly recommend taking the courses in the order presented, as the content builds on information from earlier courses. This is the seventh course in a series of nine courses that make up the Google Data-Driven Decision Making Specializations.
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.