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SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4B: Make Decisions with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone who wants to complete a data-driven project they are working on\, with assistance on how to apply their data skills to real-world solutions and informed decision making. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nApply your critical data skills to decision-making\nLearn the limits of data in decision-making\nIncorporate qualitative information to improve decisions\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nPrior to attending this workshop you should complete Module 1A: Framing the Problem\,   Module 2A: Finding Existing Data and Module 3A: Analyze and Visualize with Charts. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-4b-make-decisions-with-data-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163920Z
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SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4A: Tell Stories with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nThis workshop teaches the next steps of persuasively communicating what you have learned after gaining initial insight from data. You will learn the skills to put your analysis in the context of a compelling narrative and to build your argument logically and convincingly. Whatever your audience\, weaving the data into a story is what communicates your findings to others\, whether it be a small data set\, large data set\, or multiple data sets. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone interested in taking the next step from understanding their data and visualizing it\, to telling a cohesive story to others about their data. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nTo find the compelling narrative in your data\nTo connect facts that build a compelling argument\nTo use compelling graphics to communicate your point\nTo tailor your delivery to your audiences needs\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems so that you have specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. You may also want to consider attending the Module 2A: Finding Existing Data workshop which explores where to find existing data and how to choose the right data source for answering your questions. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-4a-tell-stories-with-data-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T162717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163819Z
UID:10000133-1732521600-1732528800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2B: Avoid Data Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nData is most powerful when you understand its limits. This module will give you the knowledge to think critically about data\, making you aware of what can cause noise in data and how to use data effectively despite these limitations.\n\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nHow policy changes can affect the numbers\nHow factors outside your analysis can impact the data\nHow to judge the accuracy and reliability of data\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-2b-avoid-data-pitfalls-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T162432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163715Z
UID:10000131-1731312000-1731319200@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2A: Finding Existing Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nAnswering the questions necessary to achieve goals requires locating and using the right data and tools. This workshop covers the strengths\, weaknesses\, and costs of readily available data sets\, including SAVI\, so you have the information you need to locate the data that is right for you. Hands-on activities explore the many tools that SAVI provides for locating and exploring data.\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? This workshop is perfect for anyone that wants to learn techniques for finding the right data to answer questions. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nBenefits and challenges associated with several types of data\nWhere to access readily available data sources\nHow to balance needs and priorities to choose the right dataset\nHow to choose a substitute dataset when the indicator you want to measure is not available\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop before attending this workshop. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems with specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-2a-finding-existing-data-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241104T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T162152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163431Z
UID:10000129-1730719800-1730727000@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training (Central Indiana) – Module 1A: Frame the Problem
DESCRIPTION:Before you can begin using data to inform decisions\, identify what you are trying to accomplish and determine how data can help you get there. This will determine what kind of data you need. What you will learn: \n\nTo identify what your goal is\nTo determine how to use data to help you meet your goal\nHow to form questions that are measurable\nTo determine what you need from your data (are you comparing across time\, comparing to other geographies\, individual level data\, aggregated groups\, comparing different groups\, etc.).\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-1a-frame-the-problem-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T163303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163303Z
UID:10000136-1729598400-1729605600@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4B: Make Decisions with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone who wants to complete a data-driven project they are working on\, with assistance on how to apply their data skills to real-world solutions and informed decision making. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nApply your critical data skills to decision-making\nLearn the limits of data in decision-making\nIncorporate qualitative information to improve decisions\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nPrior to attending this workshop you should complete Module 1A: Framing the Problem\,   Module 2A: Finding Existing Data and Module 3A: Analyze and Visualize with Charts. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-4b-make-decisions-with-data/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240326T204930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T135634Z
UID:10000113-1728997200-1729004400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Super User 6-part data Literacy Series\, Module 4B
DESCRIPTION:Description of SAVI Super User Learning Series\nParticipants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI\, as well as the basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sense-making\, storytelling\, and informed decision-making. \nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to have a more in-depth understanding of SAVI mechanics\, basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sensemaking\, storytelling and informed decision making. \nUseful knowledge before attending?\nSome experience working with data and familiarity with SAVI may be helpful. For those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of SAVI beforehand\, attending a SAVI 101 session is highly recommended. \nAll training offerings will be virtual. A link will be sent via email to registrants & calendar invitations. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey.  The information will help Grow improve the support and education provided for SAVI. \nSeries Dates:  \nModule 1A\, Ask the Right Questions: September 10\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT\nModule 2A\, Find Existing Data: September 16\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 2B\, Avoid Data Pitfalls: September 24\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 3A\, Analyze & Visualize with Charts\, October 2\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4A\, Writing Tips & Platforms\, October 10\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4B\, Make Decisions with Data\, October 15\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nRegistration is closed for this series. Please email mcraven@growcapacity.org if you are interested in the 2025 offering. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-6-part-data-literacy-series-module-4b/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240326T204902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T143456Z
UID:10000112-1728565200-1728572400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Super User 6-part data Literacy Series\, Module 4A
DESCRIPTION:Description of SAVI Super User Learning Series\nParticipants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI\, as well as the basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sense-making\, storytelling\, and informed decision-making. \nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to have a more in-depth understanding of SAVI mechanics\, basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sensemaking\, storytelling and informed decision making. \nUseful knowledge before attending?\nSome experience working with data and familiarity with SAVI may be helpful. For those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of SAVI beforehand\, attending a SAVI 101 session is highly recommended. \nAll training offerings will be virtual. A link will be sent via email to registrants & calendar invitations. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey.  The information will help Grow improve the support and education provided for SAVI. \nSeries Dates:  \nModule 1A\, Ask the Right Questions: September 10\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT\nModule 2A\, Find Existing Data: September 16\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 2B\, Avoid Data Pitfalls: September 24\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 3A\, Analyze & Visualize with Charts\, October 2\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4A\, Writing Tips & Platforms\, October 10\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4B\, Make Decisions with Data\, October 15\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-6-part-data-literacy-series-module-4a/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T163041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163952Z
UID:10000134-1728547200-1728554400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4A: Tell Stories with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nThis workshop teaches the next steps of persuasively communicating what you have learned after gaining initial insight from data. You will learn the skills to put your analysis in the context of a compelling narrative and to build your argument logically and convincingly. Whatever your audience\, weaving the data into a story is what communicates your findings to others\, whether it be a small data set\, large data set\, or multiple data sets. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone interested in taking the next step from understanding their data and visualizing it\, to telling a cohesive story to others about their data. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nTo find the compelling narrative in your data\nTo connect facts that build a compelling argument\nTo use compelling graphics to communicate your point\nTo tailor your delivery to your audiences needs\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems so that you have specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. You may also want to consider attending the Module 2A: Finding Existing Data workshop which explores where to find existing data and how to choose the right data source for answering your questions. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-4a-tell-stories-with-data/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240326T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T135603Z
UID:10000111-1727874000-1727881200@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Super User 6-part data Literacy Series\, Module 3A
DESCRIPTION:Description of SAVI Super User Learning Series\nParticipants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI\, as well as the basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sense-making\, storytelling\, and informed decision-making. \nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to have a more in-depth understanding of SAVI mechanics\, basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sensemaking\, storytelling and informed decision making. \nUseful knowledge before attending?\nSome experience working with data and familiarity with SAVI may be helpful. For those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of SAVI beforehand\, attending a SAVI 101 session is highly recommended. \nAll training offerings will be virtual. A link will be sent via email to registrants & calendar invitations. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey.  The information will help Grow improve the support and education provided for SAVI. \nSeries Dates:  \nModule 1A\, Ask the Right Questions: September 10\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT\nModule 2A\, Find Existing Data: September 16\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 2B\, Avoid Data Pitfalls: September 24\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 3A\, Analyze & Visualize with Charts\, October 2\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4A\, Writing Tips & Platforms\, October 10\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4B\, Make Decisions with Data\, October 15\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nRegistration is closed for this series. Please email mcraven@growcapacity.org if you are interested in the 2025 offering. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-6-part-data-literacy-series-module-3a/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Savi-data-literacy-1.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240924T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240326T204737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T135542Z
UID:10000110-1727182800-1727188200@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Super User 6-part data Literacy Series\, Module 2B
DESCRIPTION:Description of SAVI Super User Learning Series\nParticipants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI\, as well as the basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sense-making\, storytelling\, and informed decision-making. \nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to have a more in-depth understanding of SAVI mechanics\, basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sensemaking\, storytelling and informed decision making. \nUseful knowledge before attending?\nSome experience working with data and familiarity with SAVI may be helpful. For those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of SAVI beforehand\, attending a SAVI 101 session is highly recommended. \nAll training offerings will be virtual. A link will be sent via email to registrants & calendar invitations. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey.  The information will help Grow improve the support and education provided for SAVI. \nSeries Dates:  \nModule 1A\, Ask the Right Questions: September 10\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT\nModule 2A\, Find Existing Data: September 16\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 2B\, Avoid Data Pitfalls: September 24\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 3A\, Analyze & Visualize with Charts\, October 2\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4A\, Writing Tips & Platforms\, October 10\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4B\, Make Decisions with Data\, October 15\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nRegistration is closed for this series. Please email mcraven@growcapacity.org if you are interested in the 2025 offering. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-6-part-data-literacy-series-module-2b/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Savi-data-literacy-1.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240326T204657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T135523Z
UID:10000109-1726491600-1726497000@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Super User 6-part data Literacy Series\, Module 2A
DESCRIPTION:Description of SAVI Super User Learning Series\nParticipants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI\, as well as the basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sense-making\, storytelling\, and informed decision-making. \nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to have a more in-depth understanding of SAVI mechanics\, basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sensemaking\, storytelling and informed decision making. \nUseful knowledge before attending?\nSome experience working with data and familiarity with SAVI may be helpful. For those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of SAVI beforehand\, attending a SAVI 101 session is highly recommended. \nAll training offerings will be virtual. A link will be sent via email to registrants & calendar invitations. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey.  The information will help Grow improve the support and education provided for SAVI. \nSeries Dates:  \nModule 1A\, Ask the Right Questions: September 10\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT\nModule 2A\, Find Existing Data: September 16\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 2B\, Avoid Data Pitfalls: September 24\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 3A\, Analyze & Visualize with Charts\, October 2\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4A\, Writing Tips & Platforms\, October 10\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4B\, Make Decisions with Data\, October 15\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nRegistration is closed for this series. Please email mcraven@growcapacity.org if you are interested in the 2025 offering. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-6-part-data-literacy-series-module-2a/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Savi-data-literacy-1.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240911T183923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T183923Z
UID:10000146-1726473600-1726480800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 3B: Using SAVI Data in Other GIS Tools
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nSAVI provides a powerful collection of tools and resources that help you use data to make decisions. By leveraging other Geographic Information System (GIS) tools along with SAVI\, you can do much more. Would you like to use SAVI maps in combination with other map data? Would you like to create your own web maps and share them with others? Would you like to analyze your data to find patterns and relationships? Would you like to know how to obtain these tools for your organization? This workshop demonstrates how GIS tools\, such as ArcGIS Online\, can help you do these things and more. \n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nThis webinar is intended for anyone that wants to know how GIS can help them serve communities. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \nMapping\, analysis\, and data sharing capabilities of geographic information systems tools such as ArcGIS Online. \nHow to obtain access to GIS tools such as ArcGIS Online. \nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one so that you have a basic understanding of the data and tools available in SAVI. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-3b-using-savi-data-in-other-gis-tools/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240326T204553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T135500Z
UID:10000108-1725973200-1725976800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Super User 6-part data Literacy Series\, Module 1A
DESCRIPTION:Description of SAVI Super User Learning Series\nParticipants will have the confidence to use SAVI and to provide limited technical assistance to others on the mechanics of SAVI\, as well as the basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sense-making\, storytelling\, and informed decision-making. \nWho should attend?\nIdeal participants are those that are looking to have a more in-depth understanding of SAVI mechanics\, basics of data literacy\, pitfalls\, sensemaking\, storytelling and informed decision making. \nUseful knowledge before attending?\nSome experience working with data and familiarity with SAVI may be helpful. For those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of SAVI beforehand\, attending a SAVI 101 session is highly recommended. \nAll training offerings will be virtual. A link will be sent via email to registrants & calendar invitations. \n* Following each session\, attendees will be asked to complete a brief survey.  The information will help Grow improve the support and education provided for SAVI. \nSeries Dates:  \nModule 1A\, Ask the Right Questions: September 10\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CT\nModule 2A\, Find Existing Data: September 16\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 2B\, Avoid Data Pitfalls: September 24\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM CT\nModule 3A\, Analyze & Visualize with Charts\, October 2\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4A\, Writing Tips & Platforms\, October 10\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT\nModule 4B\, Make Decisions with Data\, October 15\, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nRegistration is closed for this series. Please email mcraven@growcapacity.org if you are interested in the 2025 offering. 
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-6-part-data-literacy-series-module-1a/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Community Stakeholders,Donor-Funder,Donor-Funders,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Savi-data-literacy-1.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20231010T150100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163851Z
UID:10000008-1724659200-1724666400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 3A: Analyze & Visualize with Charts
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nCharts are a powerful tool for analyzing and communicating information through tables\, graphs or diagrams. This workshop provides you with the skills you need to get the most value from charts. Hands-on activities show you how to apply several types of charts for static and interactive data visualizations. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nThis workshop should be taken by anyone interested in interpreting and visualizing data to address a research question or communicate data findings. Even if you already know how to make charts\, this workshop can improve your ability to design charts that can do the best job of depicting your data. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nThe fundamentals: what to think about before making a chart\nPrinciples for choosing and designing a chart\nHow to create static data visualizations with Microsoft Excel and a demonstration of other interactive visualization tools such as Datawrapper\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems so that you have specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. You may also want to consider attending the Module 2A: Finding Existing Data workshop which explores where to find existing data and how to choose the right data source for answering your questions. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-super-user-learning-series-module-3a-analyze-visualize-with-charts/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T162615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163743Z
UID:10000132-1724068800-1724076000@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2B: Avoid Data Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nData is most powerful when you understand its limits. This module will give you the knowledge to think critically about data\, making you aware of what can cause noise in data and how to use data effectively despite these limitations.\n\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nHow policy changes can affect the numbers\nHow factors outside your analysis can impact the data\nHow to judge the accuracy and reliability of data\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-2b-avoid-data-pitfalls/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240812T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T162300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163637Z
UID:10000130-1723449600-1723456800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2A: Finding Existing Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nAnswering the questions necessary to achieve goals requires locating and using the right data and tools. This workshop covers the strengths\, weaknesses\, and costs of readily available data sets\, including SAVI\, so you have the information you need to locate the data that is right for you. Hands-on activities explore the many tools that SAVI provides for locating and exploring data.\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? This workshop is perfect for anyone that wants to learn techniques for finding the right data to answer questions. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nBenefits and challenges associated with several types of data\nWhere to access readily available data sources\nHow to balance needs and priorities to choose the right dataset\nHow to choose a substitute dataset when the indicator you want to measure is not available\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop before attending this workshop. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems with specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-module-2a-finding-existing-data/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240711T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240617T162020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163504Z
UID:10000128-1720684800-1720692000@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training (Central Indiana) – Module 1A: Frame the Problem
DESCRIPTION:Before you can begin using data to inform decisions\, identify what you are trying to accomplish and determine how data can help you get there. This will determine what kind of data you need. What you will learn: \n\nTo identify what your goal is\nTo determine how to use data to help you meet your goal\nHow to form questions that are measurable\nTo determine what you need from your data (are you comparing across time\, comparing to other geographies\, individual level data\, aggregated groups\, comparing different groups\, etc.).\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-1a-frame-the-problem-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240701T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T213538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165711Z
UID:10000091-1719835200-1719842400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4B: Make Decisions with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone who wants to complete a data-driven project they are working on\, with assistance on how to apply their data skills to real-world solutions and informed decision making. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nApply your critical data skills to decision-making\nLearn the limits of data in decision-making\nIncorporate qualitative information to improve decisions\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nPrior to attending this workshop you should complete Module 1A: Framing the Problem\,   Module 2A: Finding Existing Data and Module 3A: Analyze and Visualize with Charts. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-4b-make-decisions-with-data-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T213251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165637Z
UID:10000089-1718625600-1718632800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4A: Tell Stories with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nThis workshop teaches the next steps of persuasively communicating what you have learned after gaining initial insight from data. You will learn the skills to put your analysis in the context of a compelling narrative and to build your argument logically and convincingly. Whatever your audience\, weaving the data into a story is what communicates your findings to others\, whether it be a small data set\, large data set\, or multiple data sets. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone interested in taking the next step from understanding their data and visualizing it\, to telling a cohesive story to others about their data. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nTo find the compelling narrative in your data\nTo connect facts that build a compelling argument\nTo use compelling graphics to communicate your point\nTo tailor your delivery to your audiences needs\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems so that you have specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. You may also want to consider attending the Module 2A: Finding Existing Data workshop which explores where to find existing data and how to choose the right data source for answering your questions. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-4a-tell-stories-with-data-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T195112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T170324Z
UID:10000085-1717416000-1717423200@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2B: Avoid Data Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nData is most powerful when you understand its limits. This module will give you the knowledge to think critically about data\, making you aware of what can cause noise in data and how to use data effectively despite these limitations.\n\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nHow policy changes can affect the numbers\nHow factors outside your analysis can impact the data\nHow to judge the accuracy and reliability of data\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-2b-avoid-data-pitfalls-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240527T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240219T165600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165600Z
UID:10000083-1716811200-1716818400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2A: Finding Existing Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nAnswering the questions necessary to achieve goals requires locating and using the right data and tools. This workshop covers the strengths\, weaknesses\, and costs of readily available data sets\, including SAVI\, so you have the information you need to locate the data that is right for you. Hands-on activities explore the many tools that SAVI provides for locating and exploring data.\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? This workshop is perfect for anyone that wants to learn techniques for finding the right data to answer questions. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nBenefits and challenges associated with several types of data\nWhere to access readily available data sources\nHow to balance needs and priorities to choose the right dataset\nHow to choose a substitute dataset when the indicator you want to measure is not available\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop before attending this workshop. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems with specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-2a-finding-existing-data-3-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240513T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240219T165452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165453Z
UID:10000081-1715601600-1715608800@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 1A: Frame the Problem
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nBefore you can begin using data to inform decisions\, identify what you are trying to accomplish and determine how data can help you get there. This will determine what kind of data you need. What you will learn: \n\nTo identify what your goal is\nTo determine how to use data to help you meet your goal\nHow to form questions that are measurable\nTo determine what you need from your data (are you comparing across time\, comparing to other geographies\, individual level data\, aggregated groups\, comparing different groups\, etc.).\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-1a-frame-the-problem-3-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T213505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165351Z
UID:10000090-1714392000-1714399200@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4B: Make Decisions with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nThis workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone who wants to complete a data-driven project they are working on\, with assistance on how to apply their data skills to real-world solutions and informed decision making. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nApply your critical data skills to decision-making\nLearn the limits of data in decision-making\nIncorporate qualitative information to improve decisions\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nPrior to attending this workshop you should complete Module 1A: Framing the Problem\,   Module 2A: Finding Existing Data and Module 3A: Analyze and Visualize with Charts. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-4b-make-decisions-with-data-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T213155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165814Z
UID:10000088-1713787200-1713794400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 4A: Tell Stories with Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nThis workshop teaches the next steps of persuasively communicating what you have learned after gaining initial insight from data. You will learn the skills to put your analysis in the context of a compelling narrative and to build your argument logically and convincingly. Whatever your audience\, weaving the data into a story is what communicates your findings to others\, whether it be a small data set\, large data set\, or multiple data sets. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nAnyone interested in taking the next step from understanding their data and visualizing it\, to telling a cohesive story to others about their data. \nWHAT WILL YOU LEARN? \n\nTo find the compelling narrative in your data\nTo connect facts that build a compelling argument\nTo use compelling graphics to communicate your point\nTo tailor your delivery to your audiences needs\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems so that you have specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. You may also want to consider attending the Module 2A: Finding Existing Data workshop which explores where to find existing data and how to choose the right data source for answering your questions. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-4a-tell-stories-with-data-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T200100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165238Z
UID:10000086-1713182400-1713189600@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 3B: Using SAVI Data in Other GIS Tools
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nSAVI provides a powerful collection of tools and resources that help you use data to make decisions. By leveraging other Geographic Information System (GIS) tools along with SAVI\, you can do much more. Would you like to use SAVI maps in combination with other map data? Would you like to create your own web maps and share them with others? Would you like to analyze your data to find patterns and relationships? Would you like to know how to obtain these tools for your organization? This workshop demonstrates how GIS tools\, such as ArcGIS Online\, can help you do these things and more. \n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \nThis webinar is intended for anyone that wants to know how GIS can help them serve communities. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \nMapping\, analysis\, and data sharing capabilities of geographic information systems tools such as ArcGIS Online. \nHow to obtain access to GIS tools such as ArcGIS Online. \nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop prior to this one so that you have a basic understanding of the data and tools available in SAVI. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-3b-using-savi-data-in-other-gis-tools-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T100000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T195004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165008Z
UID:10000084-1711008000-1711015200@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2B: Avoid Data Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nData is most powerful when you understand its limits. This module will give you the knowledge to think critically about data\, making you aware of what can cause noise in data and how to use data effectively despite these limitations.\n\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nHow policy changes can affect the numbers\nHow factors outside your analysis can impact the data\nHow to judge the accuracy and reliability of data\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-2b-avoid-data-pitfalls-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T194500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T165904Z
UID:10000082-1708948800-1708956000@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training – Module 2A: Finding Existing Data
DESCRIPTION:This VIRTUAL workshop will help you apply the skills learned in other workshops to your own real-world\, data-informed project. The workshop instructor will reach out to you prior to the workshop to discuss your project and to help you identify the data and other information you will need to bring to this workshop to be successful. \nThis offering is hosted by The Polis Center\, the creators of SAVI. Through this offering\, they will use the Central Indiana map\, but the lessons remain the same for Southern Indiana region. \nAnswering the questions necessary to achieve goals requires locating and using the right data and tools. This workshop covers the strengths\, weaknesses\, and costs of readily available data sets\, including SAVI\, so you have the information you need to locate the data that is right for you. Hands-on activities explore the many tools that SAVI provides for locating and exploring data.\n\n\n\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? This workshop is perfect for anyone that wants to learn techniques for finding the right data to answer questions. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nBenefits and challenges associated with several types of data\nWhere to access readily available data sources\nHow to balance needs and priorities to choose the right dataset\nHow to choose a substitute dataset when the indicator you want to measure is not available\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop before attending this workshop. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems with specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals. \nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-2a-finding-existing-data-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Savi-data-literacy.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20240125T194737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T194737Z
UID:10000079-1707739200-1707746400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training (Central Indiana) – Module 1A: Frame the Problem
DESCRIPTION:Before you can begin using data to inform decisions\, identify what you are trying to accomplish and determine how data can help you get there. This will determine what kind of data you need. What you will learn: \n\nTo identify what your goal is\nTo determine how to use data to help you meet your goal\nHow to form questions that are measurable\nTo determine what you need from your data (are you comparing across time\, comparing to other geographies\, individual level data\, aggregated groups\, comparing different groups\, etc.).\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-1a-frame-the-problem-2-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Savi-data-literacy-2.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T072357
CREATED:20231010T153747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T161242Z
UID:10000017-1702555200-1702562400@growcapacity.info
SUMMARY:SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training (Central Indiana) – Module 2A: Finding Existing Data
DESCRIPTION:This is part of the SAVI Data Literacy Skills Training Series – A 6 Module Series\n\n\n\n\nAnswering the questions necessary to achieve goals requires locating and using the right data and tools. This workshop covers the strengths\, weaknesses\, and costs of readily available data sets\, including SAVI\, so you have the information you need to locate the data that is right for you. Hands-on activities explore the many tools that SAVI provides for locating and exploring data. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? This workshop is perfect for anyone that wants to learn techniques for finding the right data to answer questions. \nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN \n\nBenefits and challenges associated with several types of data\nWhere to access readily available data sources\nHow to balance needs and priorities to choose the right dataset\nHow to choose a substitute dataset when the indicator you want to measure is not available\n\nUSEFUL KNOWLEDGE TO HAVE BEFORE ATTENDING \nNo prior knowledge is required\, but you may find it useful to attend the Module 1A: Framing the Problem workshop before attending this workshop. In that workshop you learn how to frame problems with specific and measurable questions that can help you meet your goals.
URL:https://growcapacity.info/event/savi-data-literacy-skills-training-central-indiana-module-2a-finding-existing-data/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Stakeholder,Donor-Funder,Nonprofit
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://growcapacity.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Savi-data-literacy-2.webp
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