MDSC 6005 Week10 Assignment: DATA AND DATA VISUALIZATION

DATA AND DATA VISUALIZATION

The volume of data currently generated by multiple sources provides an opportunity to learn more about a particular aspect of our world, such as the changes in climate, increased use of mobile devices in a globally connected world or the changing demographics of students completing online university degree programs. However, to work through the complexity of multiple datasets, IT professionals use data mining techniques and data visualization tools.
For this Assignment, you will investigate the use of the data visualization tool Tableau.
RESOURCES

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
WEEKLY RESOURCES
To prepare for this Assignment:
• Familiarize yourself with Tableau by going to their website (www.tableau.comLinks to an external site.) and reading about the functions offered by the tool.
• Review the videos that explain the functionality of the software.
• Complete a review of the Getting Started video, which demonstrates the various functions of the Tableau visualization tool.
• Access the Tableau visualization tips and examples by going to the https://www.tableau.com/learn/articles/data-visualization-tipsLinks to an external site. link. Review two of the examples located on this page to gain a sense of how the data visualization tool has been used by organizations.
BY DAY 7
Submit a 2- to 4-page report in APA format (not including title or references) on your review of Tableau. In your report, include the following:
• An introduction to the concepts of data visualization
• A discussion on the main functions of a data visualization tool, such as Tableau
• A detailed analysis of how two organizations use a data visualization tool, such as Tableau, as a vehicle to learn in real time the context of their organization
• A conclusion in which you offer your insights on how a data visualization tool, such as Tableau, can assist a globally connected organization in their goal of accessing and using large volumes of data to manage, expand, and become more knowledgeable about their organization and the context in which it functions
Refer to the Week 10 Assignment Rubric for specific grading elements and criteria. Your Instructor will use this grading rubric to assess your work.
Your document should be 2–4 pages long (not including the list of references), but it is the quality of the work that is important, not the number of pages. Cite and reference all sources using APA format and style guidelines and submit in a single document.
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LEARNING RESOURCES
Required Readings
• CDC. (2019). What is GIS?Links to an external site. https://www.cdc.gov/gis/what-is-gis.htm
• GISGeography. (2022). What is geographic information systems (GIS)?Links to an external site. https://gisgeography.com/what-gis-geographic-information-systems/
• IBM Cloud Education. (2021, February 10). Data visualizationLinks to an external site.. https://www.ibm.com/cloud/learn/data-visualization
• IBM. (n.d.). Data visualization tools and solutionsLinks to an external site.. https://www.ibm.com/analytics/data-visualization
• tableau. (n.d.). Data visualization tips for more effective and engaging designLinks to an external site.. https://www.tableau.com/learn/articles/data-visualization-tips
• USGS. (n.d.). What is a geographic information system (GIS)?Links to an external site. https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-geographic-information-system-gis
Required Media
• Tableau Software. (2020, August 26). Empower everyone with dataLinks to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CLuMcG6Wlw

Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 22 minutes.

Rubric
MDSC_6005_Week10_Assignment_Rubric
MDSC_6005_Week10_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 1: Introduction 18.75 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed introduction to the concepts of data visualization. Several examples and resources support thinking.
17.44 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed introduction to the concepts of data visualization. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
15.94 ptsCompetentStudent provides an introduction to the concepts of data visualization. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
14.06 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete introduction to the concepts of data visualization. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
9.38 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 18.75 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 2: Main Functions of Data Visualization Tools 18.75 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed explanation on the main functions of a data visualization tool, such as Tableau. Several examples and resources support thinking.
17.44 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed explanation on the main functions of a data visualization tool, such as Tableau. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
15.94 ptsCompetentStudent provides an explanation on the main functions of a data visualization tool, such as Tableau. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
14.06 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete explanation on the main functions of a data visualization tool, such as Tableau. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
9.38 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 18.75 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 3: Analysis of Organizations Use of Data Visualization Tools 15 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed analysis of how two organizations use data visualization tools as a vehicle to learn in real time, the content of their organization. Several examples and resources support thinking.
13.95 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed analysis of how two organizations use data visualization tools as a vehicle to learn in real time, the content of their organization. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
12.75 ptsCompetentStudent provides an analysis of how two organizations use data visualization tools as a vehicle to learn in real time, the content of their organization. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
11.25 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete analysis of how two organizations use data visualization tools as a vehicle to learn in real time, the content of their organization. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
7.5 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 4: Conclusion 15 ptsMasteryStudent provides a thorough and detailed conclusion of their insights on how a data visualization tool can assist a globally connected organization in their goal of accessing and using large volume of data to manage, expand, and become more knowledgeable about their organizations and the context in which it functions. Several examples and resources support thinking.
13.95 ptsExceptionalStudent provides a detailed conclusion of their insights on how a data visualization tool can assist a globally connected organization in their goal of accessing and using large volume of data to manage, expand, and become more knowledgeable about their organizations and the context in which it functions. Several examples or resources support thinking. There are one or two minor errors or details missing.
12.75 ptsCompetentStudent provides a conclusion of their insights on how a data visualization tool can assist a globally connected organization in their goal of accessing and using large volume of data to manage, expand, and become more knowledgeable about their organizations and the context in which it functions. Some examples or resources support thinking. Some details are missing and/or not fully developed.
11.25 ptsDevelopingStudent provides a cursory or incomplete conclusion on how a data visualization tool can assist a globally connected organization in their goal of accessing and using large volume of data to manage, expand, and become more knowledgeable about their organizations and the context in which it functions. Few examples or resources support thinking. Most details are missing or lack clarity.
7.5 ptsUnacceptableStudent provides an incomplete or cursory description that does not directly address this element and/or meet minimal requirements.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeElement 5: Form and Style 7.5 ptsMasteryStudent demonstrates thorough organization and writing skills by consistently applying APA format and style. Writing is well organized and grammatically correct, including complete sentences that are free of spelling errors. A Reference List with a variety of scholarly sources is provided, using APA formatting, and it matches the citations cited within the text.
6.98 ptsExceptionalStudent demonstrates thorough organization and writing skills by consistently applying APA format and style. Writing is well organized and grammatically correct, including complete sentences that are free of spelling errors. A Reference List with a variety of scholarly sources is provided, using APA formatting, and it matches the citations cited within the text—but with one or two minor errors.
6.38 ptsCompetentStudent demonstrates organization and writing skills by mostly applying APA format and style. Writing is well organized and mostly grammatically correct, including complete sentences that are mostly free of spelling errors. While a Reference List is provided and includes a variety of resources, APA formatting may be incorrect or the list may not have matched the citations cited within the text.
5.63 ptsDevelopingStudent made a cursory attempt to address but there are numerous errors, writing is difficult to read, and/or no Reference List is provided.
3.75 ptsUnacceptableStudent submission does not adhere to the writing expectations.
0 ptsNot SubmittedStudent did not submit this element. 7.5 pts
Total Points: 75
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