Creating and Interpreting Data Visualizations Fundamentals Course

Creating and Interpreting Data Visualizations Fundamentals

Master the Art of Data Visualization for Clearer Communication and Better Decisions

About This Course

In today’s data-driven world, the ability to create and interpret visualizations is a critical skill. Our Creating and Interpreting Data Visualizations Fundamentals course equips professionals with the essential techniques needed to visualize data effectively and interpret visualizations with confidence. Through foundational concepts and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to choose the right visualizations, apply design principles, and accurately interpret data to avoid common pitfalls.

Course Duration

Four weeks, with a weekly 60 - 90 minute session per week, totaling 5-6 hours of instruction plus optional hands-on activities. Students who cannot make the live session can watch the recording of it afterwards.

Course Delivery

The course is administered through a learning management system. Each week there is a live session for approximately 60—90 minutes which is delivered via Zoom. It will be recorded and posted in the course on the LMS afterwards for those who cannot attend live or who want to revisit the session.  The LMS will also include optional hands-on activities, discussion forums, supplemental reading and activities, as well as weekly 5-10 question knowledge checks (optional).

Next Start Date

Feb 3 - Feb 28, 2025 (live sessions are Wednesdays at Noon Eastern, 5PM GMT, 6pm CET). Register Now

What You Will Learn

  • Select the most appropriate visualizations based on data characteristics and communication goals
  • Apply Gestalt principles and pre-attentive attributes to create clear, impactful visuals
  • Add annotations to highlight key insights and enhance comprehension
  • Develop skills to accurately interpret visualizations and identify misleading techniques
  • Ask critical questions to assess the accuracy, relevance, and implications of visual data

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for:

  • Professionals who need to create or interpret data visualizations as part of their role
  • Analysts and managers responsible for communicating data insights effectively
  • Team members looking to build a foundation in visual data communication
  • Anyone who wants to make better-informed decisions using visual data

What's Included

  • Hands-On Projects (Optional). Engage in hands-on projects designed to reinforce learning by applying course concepts to practical, real-world scenarios. These optional projects are ideal for those looking to get extra practice and gain practical experience
  • Personalized Feedback.Receive tailored feedback on your progress and assignments to ensure you grasp key concepts and can apply them effectively
  • Detailed Job Aides and Quick Reference Documents. Access job aides, quick-reference guides, and step-by-step frameworks to support learning and make applying your new skills easier in real-world situations
  • One-on-One Coaching Sessions.Take advantage of optional one-on-one coaching sessions with instructors to address specific questions, clarify concepts, and deepen your understanding
  • Certification.Upon successful completion, earn a certification that validates your proficiency and demonstrates your new skills to colleagues and employers
Curious about the detailed topics and learning objectives covered in our Creating and Interpreting Data Visualizations Fundamentals course? Click the link to download the syllabus and learning plan to see what’s included.



License the Course

Customize the course to fit your organization’s needs. Available as eLearning modules or editable content packages. Tailor the content with industry-specific examples and scenarios.

Why Choose Us?

  • Covers everything from data fundamentals to advanced visualization techniques, with real-world examples
  • Flexible Delivery Options. Choose from eLearning, live instructor-led, or in-house delivery with our editable content package
  • Expertly Designed. Created by professionals with expertise in data visualization, instructional design, and adult learning principles
  • Tool-Agnostic Approach. Teaches universal visualization principles that apply to any tool, with customization options for specific tools if desired

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