Data Visualization and Communication in the Climate and Environment Space

Join us for an engaging and informative short course designed to enhance your data visualization skills and communication strategies in the field of weather and climate. This course aims to provide essential insights and practical guidance for students, researchers, and communication professionals. Participants will learn about data visualization best practices, explore a variety of techniques, and consider ethics in data communication and storytelling.

105th AMS Annual Meeting
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
January 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Central Time (Hybrid)

REGISTRATION RATES

  AMS Member Early Rate Non-Member Early Rate AMS Student Member Early Rate AMS Member Late Rate Non-Member Late Rate AMS Student Member Late Rate
  Through Dec 4 Through Dec 4 Through Dec 4 Dec 5-Jan 10 Dec 5-Jan 10 Dec 5-Jan 10
Data Visualization and Communication in the Climate and Enviroment Space $145.00 $180.00 $110.00 $185.00 $220.00 $150.0

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Course Description:

This short course is designed to enhance your data visualization skills and communication strategies in the field of weather and climate. This course aims to provide essential insights and practical guidance for students, researchers, and communication professionals. Participants will learn about data visualization best practices, explore a variety of techniques, and consider ethics in data communication and storytelling.

  • Session 1 Objectives: Learn about Data Visualization Best Practices
    • Understand the psychological and perceptual factors that influence how audiences interpret visual data.
    • Explore techniques for creating compelling visual narratives that enhance understanding and retention of information.
  • Session 2 Objectives: Consider the Human Dimension of Communication
    • Develop strategies for tailoring your visualizations to diverse audiences, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all stakeholders.
    • Master the principles of effective data visualization to present complex weather and climate data clearly and accurately.
  • Session 3 Objectives: Understand Equity and Ethical Considerations in Data Visualization
    • Delve into the ethical implications of data representation, including issues of bias as well as use of color and iconography.
    • Learn how to responsibly convey uncertainty and variability in weather and climate data to foster informed decision-making.

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If you have questions regarding the course, please contact Jill A. Brown.

Instructors:

Jill A. Brown

RTI International

Valerie Robbins

Buttercup Studios

Alice Feng

Radio Free Asia