Tasks and Duties
Task Objective
The objective for Week 1 is to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for a virtual tourism data storytelling project using insights from Tableau Training Course. Students are expected to design a clear storyline that connects virtual tourism trends with actionable insights. This plan will lay the groundwork for data exploration, analysis, and visualization, guiding the narrative that will be developed in later weeks.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file outlining the strategic planning document.
- Sections including project scope, objectives, target audience identification, narrative development, and expected data visualization elements.
Key Steps
- Conduct research on public virtual tourism data sources and trends.
- Outline key components of the data story, including potential visualizations drawn from Tableau training materials.
- Plan the overall narrative, ensuring that the story can incorporate interactive and static elements from Tableau visualizations.
- Include sections such as Introduction, Objectives, Data Source Evaluation, Visualization Strategy, and Conclusion.
Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated on clarity of the strategy, logical structure of the DOC file, depth and originality of the narrative, and practicality with regards to implementing Tableau visualizations. The document must be thorough and well-organized, demonstrating the ability to connect conceptual planning with actionable steps for data storytelling in virtual tourism.
This task is expected to take approximately 30 to 35 hours, and upon completion, students should have a well-drafted strategic plan that serves as a blueprint for subsequent tasks.
Task Objective
The aim for Week 2 is to carry out an in-depth exploration of publicly available virtual tourism datasets and design corresponding visualizations aligned with Tableau training concepts. Students will convert their strategic plan into technical specifications, focusing on the data exploration process, visualization design, and the proposed execution techniques.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file that describes the dataset selection process, initial findings, and proposed Tableau visualization designs.
- Visual mock-ups or sketches that represent envisaged dashboards, charts, and maps.
Key Steps
- Identify and review public datasets relevant to virtual tourism trends such as travel patterns, user preferences, and destination popularity.
- Analyze and summarize key insights that align with the narrative defined in Week 1.
- Create detailed sketches or mock-ups for at least three Tableau visualizations (e.g., interactive dashboards, maps, trend analyses) and document their intended functionality.
- Detail the technical specifications, including filters, parameters, and potential user interactions.
Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be assessed based on the clarity of the data exploration process, creativity in visualization design, and the logical integration of Tableau functionalities within the narrative framework. It is critical that the DOC file is detailed, self-contained, and demonstrates a clear path from data exploration to visualization strategy. Students should be methodical and innovative in linking the theoretical aspects of Tableau training with practical visualization design.
This assignment requires a commitment of approximately 30 to 35 hours of work.
Task Objective
Week 3 focuses on developing an implementation blueprint for creating Tableau dashboards and other related visual elements required for virtual tourism data storytelling. The goal is to provide a detailed process document that outlines how to translate the design and strategy into executable tasks using Tableau.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file that documents the step-by-step process for implementation, including technical specifications, workflow diagrams, and a timeline.
- Integration of planned visualizations with practical Tableau operations instructions.
Key Steps
- Draft a detailed implementation plan that covers data preparation, transformation, and integration for Tableau.
- Create workflow diagrams and process charts to outline the sequence of tasks required to build the interactive elements in Tableau.
- Include sections on environment setup, data cleaning techniques, dashboard layout planning, and iterative testing steps.
- Detail troubleshooting areas and methods for ensuring data quality and visualization performance.
Evaluation Criteria
Documents will be evaluated on depth of technical detail, clarity of process documentation, and integration of Tableau functionalities with the strategic vision. The submission must be well-organized, with clear instructions that could serve as a guide for replicating the implementation process. Emphasis will be placed on the document’s ability to bridge the design phase with execution, ensuring that every step is logical, justified, and feasible within the context of virtual tourism data storytelling.
This task is designed to be completed in approximately 30 to 35 hours.
Task Objective
The final week's task focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of the proposed data storytelling framework using Tableau. Students are required to critically assess their previous plans, simulations, or example visualizations and then propose refinements and enhancement strategies that can enhance the overall narrative and functionality.
Expected Deliverables
- A comprehensive DOC file including an evaluation report, reflective analysis, and enhancement proposals.
- Sections covering analysis of potential performance metrics and user feedback strategies for virtual tourism dashboards.
Key Steps
- Review all documentation and preliminary plans from prior weeks.
- Critically analyze the alignment between the strategic objectives and the technical execution as outlined in previous tasks.
- Identify potential gaps or areas of improvement, using critical metrics like user engagement, data clarity, and visual impact as benchmarks.
- Propose detailed enhancements, including additional Tableau features, better data processing routines, or improved visualization techniques.
Evaluation Criteria
Grades will be based on the depth of critical evaluation, creativity in identifying improvement areas, and feasibility of the proposed enhancements. The document should showcase the student’s capacity to reflect on their work methodically, applying academic and practical knowledge from the Tableau Training Course in a constructive manner. The submission must provide clear, well-supported improvements that tie back to original objectives and demonstrate a balanced view of both strengths and weaknesses in the current approach.
This assignment is expected to take approximately 30 to 35 hours, consolidating the entire learning experience into reflective insights and actionable proposals for advancement.