Thursday, October 18
Thu, Oct 18, 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Caprice 3-4
Caprice 3-4
Speed Session 1
Engaging Data Science Students in an Online World (304861)
*Melissa Sovak, California University of PennsylvaniaKeywords: data science programs, online programs, academia, data science training
This presentation discusses the creation and implementation of a fully online data science certificate program designed for undergraduate and graduate students in any major. Included will be information on the creation of coursework applicable to any student, the reasoning behind the decision to implement the program as a fully online program, and ways to engage students in data analysis in this environment along with the benefits and challenges of operating in an online world.