Using R Studio, students will discover several data visualization and graphing techniques, learn how to explore and analyze data using various methods, mine X (Twitter) for sentiment analysis, and gain practice using interactive shiny apps. At the end of this course, students will be much better prepared to turn data into insights.
Dr. Josh Vandenbrink brings his interactive, skills-based, fun approach to this Praxis Foundations of Data Science course. Using R Studio, students will discover several data visualization and graphing techniques, learn how to explore and analyze data using various methods, mine Twitter for sentiment analysis, and gain practice using interactive shiny apps. At the end of this course, each student will be much better prepared for a life awash in data.
Students will explore how R impacts data science and learn to create stunning visual representations of data. Using AI learning resources and labs, they we will learn to mine their own data from social media networks such as Twitter and Facebook, to perform sentiment analysis of public health topics. In addition, students will learn advanced techniques for reproducible research, which will allow them to create apps of the work they have conducted throughout the class. These apps will allow end-users to manipulate data and change how it is presented. Qualifies for the Foundations of Data Science digital badge.
Earners of the Foundations of Data Science credential have successfully demonstrated experiential skills in the creation of polished data products through advanced data visualization techniques. The Foundations of Data Science badge requires 50+ hours of hands-on activities and labs across 10+ skills in data science. The Foundations of Data Science credential was built in collaboration with data science expert Dr. Josh Vandenbrink.
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