Data Literacy Basics
Foundations for reading statistics responsibly, asking sharper questions, and navigating common pitfalls in public communication.
Subtopics to explore
- Definitions and scope
- Evidence and uncertainty
- Ethics and fairness
- Working with others' numbers
Guides
Key glossary terms
Curated resources
- Data Literacy Toolkit (GitHub Pages) (opens in new tab)
Modular materials for teaching and learning foundational data literacy.
- CDOC Data Skills Case Studies (opens in new tab)
Federal case studies illustrating how agencies build practical data skills.
- DataSpire data literacy resources (opens in new tab)
Curated activities and readings for classrooms and informal learning.