Start with a baseline of employee skills & reward curiosity.
Utilize various training approaches & engage leaders for ongoing development.
Deep dives
Building a Data Literacy Culture
Building a data literacy culture involves defining data literacy goals, assessing employees' current skill levels, and laying out appropriate learning paths. It's crucial to start with a baseline of employee skills, use a common language, and reward curiosity. Engaging leaders in the process, training classes, and tracking success metrics are key components of fostering a data-literate culture.
Data Literacy Training Approach
Training approaches for data literacy vary based on individual needs. Consider different learning styles, such as videos, workshops, or self-paced activities. Calibration with individuals to overcome data skepticism and encourage understanding of data's value is essential. Encourage continued engagement with leaders for ongoing development and success.
Measuring Data Literacy Success
Define success metrics for data literacy, such as the ability to articulate insights, create visuals, and craft data stories. Tracking the usage of reports, the creation of glossaries, and completion of training sessions are tangible indicators of success. Success also involves deriving actionable insights, continuing educational efforts, and engaging leaders in data-driven decisions.
Key Results for Data Literacy
Key results for data literacy include building a glossary of terms, documenting data sets, and creating a culture of learning. Defining success through training classes, assessments, and leadership involvement is crucial. Establish clear metrics for success, such as completion of workshops, engagement with real-world data, and participation in learning communities.
As a follow up to episode 191 (link here), we are diving into this article on building data literacy and growing the required skills not just for you, but for all types of users at an organization.
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