COM249 Digital Literacy (2)

This subject develops students data literacy in order to make evidence-based decisions. Students will develop an understanding of data sources and constructs, analytical methods and techniques to clearly communicate information to others. 

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2022.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Information and Communication Studies

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • Be able to read, write, and communicate data to others using words and visual representation;
  • Be able to develop an understanding of and participate in conversations about data; and
  • Be able to clearly communicate information to others in a particular context.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Data: types, sources and interpretation
  • Data literacies
  • Data and decision making
  • Communicating about data
  • Visual representations of data

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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