t.BA.DS.VDSS.20HS (Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling) 
Module: Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling
This information was generated on: 19 April 2024
No.
t.BA.DS.VDSS.20HS
Title
Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling
Organised by
T IDP
Credits
4

Description

Version: 6.0 start 01 August 2024
 

Short description

 This module provides basic knowledge on data visualization and data science storytelling. The course content includes visual elements, functions and effects as well as analysis and interpretation of data visualizations. In practical exercises, you will learn how to a) visualize data with appropriate software and tools and b) communicate effectively with data visualizations.

Module coordinator

 Dömer, Manuel, doem

Learning objectives (competencies)
Objectives Competences Taxonomy levels

You are familiar with the visual repertoire of data visualizations and visualization types.

F

K1, K2

You are able to visualize data by using tools and appropriate software.

M

K3

You are able to describe the target group of your data visualization.

M, SO

K3

You are able to select the right visualization type for your message

F

K3

You can analyze data visualizations and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.

F, M

K4

You can estimate possible impacts.

F, M

K4

You can design data visualizations and critically reflect on the result.

F, M, SE

K5, K6

You understand the interrelationship between data visualization and storytelling. You can apply this knowledge in the appropriate communication context.

F, M, SO

K2, K3

Module contents

Visual elements and visualization types; Development of personas; Application and impact of data visualizations; Design of data visualizations; Analysis, interpretation and evaluation of data visualizations and data science stories; Tools and programming.

Teaching materials

Made available on the course platform:

  • Lecture notes
  • Learning videos
  • Material for the practical assignments

Supplementary literature

Kirk, A. (2016). Data Visualisation. A Handbook for Data Driven Design. London: Sage.
Cairo, A. (2016). The truthful art: Data, charts, and maps for communication. Berkeley: New Riders.
Munzner, T. (2015). Visualization analysis and design. Boca Raton: Taylor & Francis.
Wilke, C. O. (2019). Fundamentals of Data Visualization. A Primer on Making Informative and Compelling Figures. Sebastopol, CA: O.Reilly.
Nussbaumer Knaflic, C. (2015). Storytelling with data. Hoboken: Wiley.

Prerequisites

 none

Teaching language

 (X) German ( ) English

Part of International Profile

 ( ) Yes (X) No

Module structure

 Type 3a
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Exams
Description Type Form Scope Grade Weighting

Graded assignments during teaching semester

Assessed practical exercises and/or quizzes

Written

 

grading

20%

End-of-semester exam

Project work

Written documentation and oral presentation

 

grading

80%

Remarks

  

Legal basis

 The module description is part of the legal basis in addition to the general academic regulations. It is binding. During the first week of the semester a written and communicated supplement can specify the module description in more detail.

Note

Course: Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling - Praktikum
No.
t.BA.DS.VDSS.20HS.P
Title
Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling - Praktikum

Note

  • No module description is available in the system for the cut-off date of 02 August 2099.
Course: Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling - Vorlesung
No.
t.BA.DS.VDSS.20HS.V
Title
Visualisation and Data Science Storytelling - Vorlesung

Note

  • No module description is available in the system for the cut-off date of 02 August 2099.