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Don't Fear the Data Viz: Intro to Google Looker Studio

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Colorado Convention Center, Mile High Ballroom 2C

Explore and create: Deep-dive Creation lab
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Presenters

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James Allen
Statewide School Library Lead
Kentucky Department of Education
@TLJamesA
@TLJAMESA
James Allen is currently the Statewide School Library Lead and a Digital Learning Coach for the Kentucky Department of Education in the Office of Education Technology. Previously he was a school librarian for sixteen years. James is an organizer and regular moderator of #KyLChat which gives librarians across Kentucky a place to share and explore new ideas. James is also a Google for Education Certified Innovator, Google Earth Education Expert, and a member of the ISTE Community Leader group. You can find James on Twitter @TLJamesA and his website TLJamesA.com.

Session description

Go beyond spreadsheets to unlock data's storytelling potential! This hands-on session introduces Looker Studio's intuitive features for no-code data visualization. Create interactive dashboards to explore datasets, identify trends and patterns, and build visually engaging reports to drive informed decisions. Take your data storytelling skills to the next level!

Purpose & objective

Purpose: To equip educators with the skills to utilize Looker Studio for interactive data visualization and dashboard creation to drive informed decision-making.

Objectives - Participants will:
- Understand the capabilities of Looker Studio and how it enables data-driven education.
- Learn how to connect data sources, customize models, and build charts/graphs.
- Create interactive dashboards with filters, drilldowns, and control options.
- Learn to communicate data insights to communities effectively

Challenges Addressed:
- Difficulty gleaning actionable insights from static reports or complex analytics tools.
- Need for agile edtech tools as learning environments rapidly evolve.

Technology Intervention:
- Hands-on use of Google Looker Studio - a customizable business visualization platform.

Instructional Activities:
- Short overview of Looker Studio capabilities.
- Guided walkthrough of creating a new dashboard.
- Discussion of dashboard designs and takeaways.

Evidence of Success:
- Participant ratings showing increased confidence in using Looker Studio.
- Ability to answer questions about Looker Studio capabilities.
- Creation of functional Looker Studio dashboards during the hands-on time.

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Outline

Content/Activities (15 min)
- Introduction to Looker Studio capabilities and interface
- Demo of sample education dashboards

Content/Activities (5 min)
- Creating and connecting data sources (Google Sheets)

Content/Activities (25 min)
- Hands-on walkthrough of building charts, filters, and drilldowns
- Attendees create their own interactive dashboard with sample data

Content/Activities (10 min)
- Share dashboards/questions and discuss insights

Content/Activities (5 min)
- Q&A and final thoughts
- Overview of additional Looker Studio capabilities

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Supporting research

https://www.edutopia.org/article/3-tips-use-data-effectively/

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Session specifications

Topic:
Online tools, apps & resources
Grade level:
PK-12
Skill level:
Intermediate
Audience:
Curriculum/district specialists, Library media specialists, Technology coordinators/facilitators
Attendee devices:
Devices required
Attendee device specification:
Laptop: Chromebook, Mac, PC
Participant accounts, software and other materials:
It will be essential to have a Google Workspace account if attending this session.
ISTE Standards:
For Education Leaders:
Equity and Citizenship Advocate
  • Model digital citizenship by critically evaluating online resources, engaging in civil discourse online and using digital tools to contribute to positive social change.
Visionary Planner
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather input on the plan, celebrate successes and engage in a continuous improvement cycle.
Systems Designer
  • Lead teams to collaboratively establish robust infrastructure and systems needed to implement the strategic plan.

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