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Chapter 2 Module 1: Data Dispositions and Responsibilities

Welcome to the foundation of data science education! This module focuses on developing the right mindset for working with data—both for you and your students.
Data Dispositions and Responsibilities isn’t about memorizing definitions or learning technical skills. It’s about cultivating curiosity, healthy skepticism, and ethical thinking. These are the habits of mind that make everything else in data science meaningful and responsible.
What is Data Dispositions and Responsibilities and why is it important? Watch this quick dive into what this chapter will cover.
By the end of this module, you’ll have practical strategies to help your students ask better questions about the world around them, recognize when data might be biased or incomplete, understand their responsibility when collecting and sharing information about others, and approach problems with an investigative mindset.
Estimated time: 45-60 minutes