By the end of this Institute, you will be able to:

• Leverage Data for Strategic Impact: Use data to support decisions, allocate resources, and advance institutional goals.
• Navigate the Full Data Life Cycle: Understand data collection, storage, and use from multiple stakeholder perspectives.
• Frame Purposeful Data Questions: Develop clear questions to guide data selection and analysis.
• Identify and Access Quality Data Sources: Find relevant data, know access procedures, and assess source value.
• Assess and Interpret Data Effectively: Judge data quality and interpret relevance for decision-making.
• Extract and Apply Meaningful Insights: Draw actionable conclusions that address institutional needs.
• Communicate Insights with Impact: Share findings through tailored stories and visualizations.

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Please Note: To get the most out of this Institute, we strongly encourage you to step away from day-to-day responsibilities and, as much as possible, be fully present throughout the program.

Why Choose the EDUCAUSE Data Literacy Institute?

• Networking: Connect with a network of higher ed professionals and peers at similar career stages.
• Mentorship: Have the opportunity to receive coaching from the Institute’s faculty.
• Dedicated Learning Time: Fixed schedules help with focus, accountability, and deeper learning—without the distractions or temptations to multitask. Please plan to be fully engaged throughout the institute and step away from day-to-day tasks as much as possible
• Hands-On, Real-World Application: Build essential data competencies through practical exercises, case scenarios, and peer discussion designed to reinforce concepts and support immediate application.
• Live Feedback and Support: Get instant input from faculty and peers to refine your approach and build confidence.
• Actionable Takeaways: Gain tools, resources, and strategies you can implement right away to drive impact at your institution.