Today we have a real data literacy masterclass in store for you! I am joined by the wonderful and inspiring Valerie Logan from The Data Lodge, and we talk about the unique way she approaches data literacy through what she calls ISL or Information as a Second Language ®. Valerie does an amazing job of unpacking exactly how this works and adds in loads of useful wisdom and examples that you can add to your existing data literacy program.
I call Valerie a data whisperer, and by the end of this episode, you will see exactly why. Make sure to stay tuned until the end to hear about an extra special offer, that Valerie has for AOF listeners. Trust me you will not want to miss it. So if you want to learn how to create an effective data literacy program from an award-winning expert, join us today!
“We are all data people, we are data-driven, and we need to make this personal for people so it's less intimidating and abstract.” [20:48]
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3 Knowledge Bombs
- The VIA model - (value, information, analysis) and The EDE model (engagement, development and enablement)
- Data Literacy is not just training - The methods are a way to shift culture and rewire a company.
- The Timeline for Improving Data Skills - Nurturing grassroots while hitting targets.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- [06:40] - Valerie's surprising refueling strategy: playing poker!
- [08:13] - Some of Valerie's background; her family, where she lives, education, and more.
- [11:10] - How Valerie got into data literacy and found her voice through numbers.
- [12:20] - What is data literacy? What is ISL? Who do they serve?
- [18:04] - The different size clients that Valerie works with and the obstacles they face.
- [19:46] - How Valerie approaches speaking to "non-data people".
- [21:30] - How the VIA model can help with getting to grips with terms of any discussion.
- [23:32] - The three elements of data literacy programs; engagement, development, enablement.
- [28:30] - Examples of the language of data science and literacy and their power.
- [37:06] - Valerie's advice for improving the standard of a data program.
- [39:08] - Accounting for the disparity between tools and the skills to use them.
- [41:35] - The people who inspire Valerie; women pioneering the importance of literacy!
- [43:17] - A book recommendation from Valerie and why it is not a data book.
- [44:46] - A very special offer from Valerie to all our AOF listeners!
- [46:41] - What has Valerie on fire right now? Data literacy pioneers!
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“Data literacy is helping people use and understand data with confidence, in both their work and life.” [12:51]
Links and Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Check out The Data Lodge site
- Valerie's favorite books and resources
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