ReThinking Why data don’t have all the answers with data scientist Andrea Jones-Rooy
Dec 6, 2022
Andrea Jones-Rooy, a data scientist, circus artist, and comedian, brings a unique perspective to the conversation. She shares her skepticism about data, particularly on social media, and highlights its limitations. Andrea draws fascinating parallels between comedy and the scientific method, revealing how humor can enhance scientific communication. She discusses the importance of embracing challenges and the need for statistical literacy in education. Her insights encourage a more critical approach to data interpretation and inspire audiences to recognize the value of mystery in discoveries.
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Time Traveler Andrea
- Andrea Jones-Rooy, in a humorous anecdote, introduced herself as a time traveler from 2322.
- She jokingly shared that Law and Order: SVU is still airing and Kim Kardashian has a real job.
Data's Subjectivity
- Jones-Rooy challenges the notion of data as objective truth.
- She argues data is a biased, imperfect snapshot of the past, shaped by human decisions.
Questioning Data Narratives
- Instead of asking "what does the data say?", analyze how data is used to tell a story.
- Recognize data's inherent biases and consider their influence on interpretations.
