Data Literacy - Module 1: Using data in the APS

This module provides definitions and explanations of key data terms and concepts. It also explores how the APS uses data and why data skills are so important.

This content has been provided by the APS Academy.

Participant benefits

• Define key terms including data, big data and data literacy.
• Explain the potential benefits of harnessing data.
• Describe how the APS collects holds and uses data.
• Explain governance requirements and ethical use of data.
• Apply the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Data Quality Framework.

Suitable for

APS 1 - EL 2 and APS employees who are not data specialists.

Category and User Level

This learning experience is part of the Data Literacy Program aligns with the Strategy, Policy & Evaluation Craft at the Foundation level.

Considerations

• The Academy acknowledges some users may experience accessibility issues, or problems with quiz answers. Please stay tuned for updates as we explore viable options how to move forward.
• In the meantime, you might want to explore the Turning Data into Information program as an alternative course option. 

Related topics

Data