Computer Science 109 - Communicating with Data

COMMUNICATING WITH DATA

Spring
2020
01
4.00
Katherine Kinnaird
MW 08:00-09:15
Smith College
30062-S20
SEELYE 301
kkinnaird@smith.edu
30063
Same as SDS 109. The world is growing increasingly reliant on collecting and analyzing information to help people make decisions. Because of this, the ability to communicate effectively about data is an important component of future job prospects across nearly all disciplines. In this course, students learn the foundations of information visualization and sharpen their skills in communicating using data.
Throughout the semester, we explore concepts in decision-making, human perception, color theory and storytelling as they apply to data-driven communication. Whether you’re an aspiring data scientist or you just want to learn new ways of presenting information, this course helps you build a strong foundation in how to talk to people about data.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.