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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Data Storytelling
- Defining data storytelling and its importance
- Key components of effective stories: narrative, visuals, and data
- Typical applications in public and corporate environments
Understanding Audience and Context
- Identifying the target audience and their requirements
- Designing for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Establishing the appropriate tone: persuasive, explanatory, or exploratory
Selecting Appropriate Visuals
- Determining when to use bar charts, line graphs, scatter plots, etc.
- Avoiding common errors in visual encoding
- Leveraging color, layout, and hierarchy in storytelling
Structuring the Narrative
- Articulating the “so what” behind your data
- Storyboarding and sequencing visual elements
- Incorporating annotations and visual cues
Practical Tools and Techniques
- Basics of Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and Google Data Studio
- Storytelling through slides and dashboards
- Utilizing templates and reusable structures
Workshop and Review
- Collective analysis of example stories
- Before-and-after visual refinement exercises
- Peer feedback on draft storyboards
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of basic data visualization principles
- Practical experience with charts, graphs, or dashboards
- Proficiency with spreadsheets or visualization software
Target Audience
- Data analysts
- Public sector communication specialists
- Policy advisors and managers who interpret data
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