[Video] Masterclass: The power of data visualisation for data storytelling with Paul Vaartjes

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Data visualisation, or the visual representation of data, is an extremely powerful tool for communicating information and insights from data sets into a clear and compelling story. 

Research at 3M Corporation concluded that as humans, our brains process visuals 60,000 times faster than text. Visuals provide a shortcut straight to the brain, which is why high-quality infographics are 30 times more likely to be read by an audience than plain text.

Lead by Paul Vaartjes, Research Specialist in Strategic Insights at not-for-profit organisation, Compassion Australia, RMIT Online’s first masterclass of 2023 focuses on the power of visualisation for data storytelling. Paul takes you through:

  • Getting the story wrong: what can happen when you don’t visualise
  • Using the science of visual perception to communicate
  • Data storytelling toolset: how to use data visualisation charts, flow, colour, titles, annotations and more to visualise your data
  • Case studies that show why data visualisation is important and how it has evolved over time
  • How you can get started with storytelling through the visual representation of data

Whether you’re working on a presentation or a research report, the fastest way of telling a story with data is to visualise it. 

Learn more data visualisation in data science

Gain a deeper knowledge of data science and visualisation by studying RMIT Online's Graduate Certificate in Data Science.

Throughout the program, you’ll learn how to:

  • Expand your knowledge of data and how it can be leveraged across sectors and industries
  • Apply a breadth of technical skills, including programming, analytics, data wrangling and data visualisation

Call a Student Success Advisor today at 1300 701 171 to learn more.

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