Giovanni Magni teaches Data Analysis & Visualisation

Today’s module on ‘Data Analysis & Visualization’ taught by Giovanni Magni offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of data visualization. As an information designer with extensive experience collaborating with top-tier organizations and companies such as the World Economic Forum and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Giovanni brings a wealth of practical expertise to the classroom. Throughout the course, students will explore the history of data visualization and its evolution, gain an understanding of why data visualization matters, and learn how to analyze both quantitative and qualitative data to create effective visualizations that communicate their findings.

Students will learn how to select appropriate chart options for specific issues, use tools like Google Spreadsheets and Data Wrapper to create compelling visualizations, learn to ask the right questions to create meaningful and insightful charts. Following this module, students will have the necessary skills to handle and visualize data according to their needs and goals, a powerful asset for service designers.