The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $331,452 Project Grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to Arizona State University to identify essential competencies for data science literacy and how undergraduate students learn these fundamentals in introductory data science courses for diverse audiences. The project aims to advance data science education by determining which competencies should be prioritized and investigating the pedagogical approaches that support the development of these skills. The research will involve a mixed-methods design integrating quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with instructors and students, as well as content analysis of course syllabi. The findings are expected to contribute to the development of more effective data science curricula and teaching methods, enhancing student outcomes and expanding access to data science education. Arizona State University will partner with Penn State University as a $26,516 sub-awardee to support the project's work.
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