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Data literacy

Data literacy is the ability to read, understand, create, and communicate data as information. Much like literacy as a general concept, data literacy focuses on the competencies involved in working with data. [1] It is, however, not similar to the ability to read text since it requires certain skills involving reading and understanding data.[2]

Data literacy refers to the ability to understand, interpret, critically evaluate, and effectively communicate data in context to inform decisions and drive action. It is not a technical skill but a fundamental capability for everyone, encompassing the skills and mindset necessary to transform raw data into meaningful insights and apply these insights within real-world scenarios.[3]

  1. ^ Acker, Amelia; Bowler, Leanne; Pangrazio, Luci (2024). "Guest editorial: Special issue – perspectives on data literacies". Information and Learning Sciences. 125 (3/4): 157–162. doi:10.1108/ILS-03-2024-266.
  2. ^ Baykoucheva, Svetla (2015). Managing Scientific Information and Research Data. Waltham, MA: Chandos Publishing. p. 80. ISBN 9780081001950.
  3. ^ Hanegan, Kevin (2021). Turning Data into Wisdom: How We Can Collaborate with Data to Change Ourselves, Our Organizations, and Even the World. Kevin Hanegan (published January 10, 2021). pp. 31, 232. ISBN 978-0578639871.

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