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EDUCAUSE Data Literacy Institute: July 2026

All-New, Three-Day Learning Model!

July 27–30, 2026
Live Online

Step into the all-new EDUCAUSE Data Literacy Institute, designed to empower higher education professionals who are beginning to work with data to inform decisions and drive impact. This immersive program builds foundational knowledge and practical skills for effectively leveraging, interpreting, and communicating with data. Participants will explore the full information life cycle—from data discovery and evaluation to applying insights and leading change through compelling data storytelling.

We strongly encourage you to step away from day-to-day responsibilities and fully immerse yourself in the program.

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What You’ll Learn

  • Data Value, Life Cycle, and Governance
  • Clarifying Research Needs and Identifying Data Inputs
  • Evaluating and Managing Data for Institutional Insight
  • Visualizing and Presenting Data to Drive Decisions

Why Choose the Data Literacy Institute?

  • checkmarkAsk better questions of your data—so you can make clearer, more confident decisions.
  • checkmarkDesigned for anyone looking to use data more effectively in their work - no technical expertise required.
  • checkmarkLearn with peers and data professionals who understand the higher ed context.
  • checkmarkHelp your insights gain traction so stakeholders can better understand, trust, and act on data insights.
  • checkmarkPractice exploring, evaluating, and communicating data through real-world higher ed scenarios.

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About the Data Literacy Institute Experience

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    Program Dates

    July 27–30, 2026

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    Duration

    3 Half Days

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    Time Commitment

    12 hours total

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    Who Should Attend?

    Higher education professionals who are new to using data to support decision-making.

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    Program Delivery

    Live Online

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    Credential

    Successful completers receive the Data Literacy Institute digital microcredential.

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.

What Members Are Saying About the
EDUCAUSE Data Literacy Institute

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“The course was thoughtful, insightful and the overall course design supported the varying levels of competency found amongst attendees. Facilitators were excellent. They were knowledgeable and supportive and made themselves available for support outside of live sessions.”

— Past Data Literacy Institute Participant

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“I learned so much! Enjoyed the discussions and the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people.”

— Past Data Literacy Institute Participant

  • Registration

    All-new pricing!

    $795 through July 6
    $995 after July 6
    (EDUCAUSE Members)

    $1,035 through July 6
    $1,300 after July 6
    (Nonmembers)

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  • Key Dates

    May 1

    Registration Open

    Registration is open.

    Jul 27

    Institute Begins

    The Data Literacy Institute begins on July 27, 2026.

    Jul 30

    Institute Ends

    The Data Literacy Institute ends on July 30, 2026.