Workshop agenda and learning outcomes

Agenda

Time Section
14:00 - 14:30 Introduction on the Data Science Thinking Process
14:30 - 15:30 Problem & Plan: getting questions right
15:30 - 16:00 Break
16:00 - 17:00 Data & Analysis: developing and executing a strategy
17:00 - 17:30 Conclusions: effective visual communication

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, you will recognize:

  • The integrated set of thinking skills and practices of data science thinking, refocused for answering questions with data.
  • It is essential to have a clear understanding of the problem to provide an impactful solution.
  • Strategies for problem formulation and how using these tactics is important before delving into solutions.
  • The key skill of asking great questions in understanding the problem and its context, as well as in establishing trust and building relationships.
  • How question framing helps in defining the broader problem, which has a domino effect on the subsequent workflow phases.