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Duration 14 hours (2 days)
Course Outline
Introduction to Data Storytelling
- The concept of data storytelling and its significance
- Core components of effective narratives: story, visuals, and data
- Typical applications in both public and corporate environments
Understanding the Audience and Context
- Identifying your target audience and their specific needs
- Tailoring approaches for technical versus non-technical stakeholders
- Determining the appropriate tone: persuasive, explanatory, or exploratory
Selecting Appropriate Visuals
- Determining when to apply bar charts, line graphs, scatter plots, and other types
- Avoiding frequent errors in visual encoding
- Utilizing color, layout, and hierarchy to enhance the narrative
Building the Narrative Structure
- Clarifying the key takeaway or “so what” behind the data
- Planning storyboards and sequencing visuals logically
- Incorporating annotations and visual cues for emphasis
Practical Tools and Methods
- Fundamentals of Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and Google Data Studio
- Storytelling through slide decks and interactive dashboards
- Leveraging templates and reusable structural elements
Workshop and Peer Review
- Collaborative analysis of sample stories
- Reviewing before-and-after visual improvements
- Receiving peer feedback on initial storyboards
Recap and Future Actions
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of 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 responsible for data interpretation
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