Explore and create: Deep-dive Creation lab 
Preregistration Required
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.
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
https://www.edutopia.org/article/3-tips-use-data-effectively/
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