Data Visualization: How to Choose the Right Graph
48mGeneral2024-09-17
Authors
Madecraft
Full-Service Learning Content Company
Rebeca Pop
Course details
It is easy for data insights to get lost in a convoluted graph. In this course, data expert Rebeca Pop guides you through the nuances of selecting graph types that best convey your data. Rebeca shares how to understand your target audience and choose graphs that will resonate with them. She explores helpful tools such as RAWGraphs and Figma for sketching and designing custom graphs. After this course, you'll be able to choose graphs for compelling and effective data communication.
Learning objectives
Identify common challenges when selecting the right graph type.
Match data types to a target audience.
Leverage chart choosers.
Explore the benefits of sketching in data visualization.
Discover alternatives to commonly used graph types (pie chart, line graphs, or bar charts).
Learning objectives
Identify common challenges when selecting the right graph type.
Match data types to a target audience.
Leverage chart choosers.
Explore the benefits of sketching in data visualization.
Discover alternatives to commonly used graph types (pie chart, line graphs, or bar charts).
Skills covered
Data VisualizationLimited SeriesData ScienceBusiness Analysis and StrategyBusiness Software and Tools
Concepts
Introduction
- Choosing the right graph
Common Challenges
- Identifying common challenges
The Selection Process
- Understand your audience
- Evaluate your data
- Leverage chart choosers
- Sketch before designing
- Create your graph in a tool
Beyond Common Graph Types
- Pie chart alternatives
- Line graph alternatives
- Simple bar chart alternatives
- Paired bar chart alternatives
Next Steps
- Using a handout
- Practice your new skills
- Review additional resources
Conclusion
- Graph with confidence