1. Basic Elements of Data

Trait #1 – Basic Elements of Data

The first of the 17 key traits of data literacy - Basic Elements of Data. Its unique icon is a building. It reads “The data literate person knows how to distinguish between different types of data, such as categorical and numerical variables, discrete versus continuous values, and ratio or interval data fields. Beyond merely being able to identify data types, however, the data literate person also understands what can and can’t be done with them in analysis and visualization.”

How to Score Yourself

As you fill out your self-assessment worksheet or dashboard, take into account the following statements to more accurately gauge your own level of proficiency in this trait, as well as its importance to your success in the near future.

Proficiency

Rate yourself high in proficiency in this first trait of the Knowledge category if you can say yes to all or most of the following statements:




Importance

Rate the importance of this trait high if you can say yes to most of the following statements




Resources to Help You Improve

The following resources will help you increase your proficiency in this first of the 17 Key Traits of Data Literacy:

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