DOI : https://doi.org/10.18517/ijaseit.14.6.12373

Development of Data Literacy Competency System for K-12

JaeRi Jeong (1), Youngjun Lee (2)
(1) Department of Computer Education, Korea National University of Education, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea
(2) Department of Computer Education, Korea National University of Education, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea
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Jeong , JaeRi, and Youngjun Lee. “Development of Data Literacy Competency System for K-12”. International Journal on Advanced Science, Engineering and Information Technology, vol. 14, no. 6, Dec. 2024, pp. 2130-4, doi:10.18517/ijaseit.14.6.12373.
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This study focuses on developing a comprehensive data literacy competency system for K-12 education in South Korea, addressing the critical need for integrated data literacy in an increasingly data-driven society. Recognizing data literacy as a multifaceted domain essential across various disciplines, we explore its nuanced sub-competencies tailored for students at different educational levels. Our research methodology involves a qualitative content analysis of the national curriculum, supplemented by a Delphi survey with educational experts to refine and validate the identified competencies. We present a structured competency system, categorizing data literacy into four main areas: Foundation of Data, Data Collection and Management, Data Analysis and Techniques, and Data Results Utilization. Each area encompasses specific competencies and detailed competency statements, differentiated by educational level to align with students’ developmental stages. The study’s outcomes offer a systematic approach to embedding data literacy in the curriculum, emphasizing the importance of these skills in the digital age. Our proposed system is aligned with the national curriculum and considers the broader international context, making it relevant for global K-12 educational settings. Additionally, the system addresses the diverse needs of students, ensuring that all learners acquire essential data literacy skills. This research contributes to the field by providing a concrete framework for data literacy education, highlighting its significance in nurturing informed, capable citizens in a data-centric world. We aim to effectively prepare students to navigate and contribute to an increasingly complex digital landscape by fostering these competencies.

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