Mavens of Data Data Literacy in the Digital Age (w/ Kathy Rondon)
Aug 15, 2025
Kathy Rondon, a data literacy advocate and author of "We The People: A Playbook for Data Ethics in a Democratic Society," dives deep into the nuances of data in our daily lives. She explores why we trust some companies with our most personal information while fearing others. Kathy advocates for universal data literacy, emphasizing that understanding data and statistics is crucial for everyone. She also discusses the ethics of using biased data and offers insights on how to evaluate research critically, making this conversation a must-listen for anyone navigating the data-driven world.
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Data Literacy Is Conceptual Not Just Technical
- Data literacy doesn't require coding but demands conceptual and governance understanding.
- Identify relevant data, evaluate it, and present findings clearly to diverse audiences.
Start With The Question, Not The Dataset
- Don't assume the data you have is the data you need; define your question first.
- Be transparent about gaps and reliability when using imperfect data.
Teach Recipients To Read Analysis
- Make recipients data literate so they can interpret results and ask follow-up questions.
- Train the entire workforce, not just analysts, in basic data interpretation.
