Working with charts, graphs and tables

Working with charts, graphs and tables

Author: The Open University August 1, 2011 Duration: 0:00
Your course might not include any maths or technical content but, at some point during your course, it’s likely that you’ll come across information represented in charts, graphs and tables. You’ll be expected to know how to interpret this information. This unit will help you to develop the skills you need to do this. This unit can be used in conjunction with the ‘More working with charts, graphs and tables’ unit, which looks into more ways to present statistical information and shows you how to use charts, graphs and tables to present your own information. This study unit is just one of many that can be found on LearningSpace, part of OpenLearn, a collection of open educational resources from The Open University. Published in ePub 2.0.1 format, some feature such as audio, video and linked PDF are not supported by all ePub readers.

Data is everywhere, and being able to understand it is a quiet superpower. Working with charts, graphs and tables-for iBooks, from The Open University, is a practical audio companion for anyone who needs to make sense of the numbers and figures they encounter. This isn't about complex mathematics; it's about building confidence with the visual language of information. Whether you're a student facing a research paper, a professional skimming a report, or just someone trying to decipher the latest news graphic, this podcast provides the foundational skills. You'll learn how to accurately read different chart types, extract meaningful trends from graphs, and navigate the details within tables. The discussions focus on interpretation-understanding what the data is actually saying, not just what it shows. It's designed to be used alongside its companion unit for deeper study, turning a moment of confusion into clarity. Each episode of this educational podcast breaks down a specific skill in a straightforward, accessible way, so you can listen and immediately apply what you've learned to your own work or studies.
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Working with charts, graphs and tables - for iBooks