Once upon a time, there was a kitty-cat named Whiskers who was very curious about the world around him. One day, while exploring the neighborhood, he stumbled upon a journalist named Alice who was working on a data journalism project.
Whiskers was intrigued and asked Alice what data journalism was. Alice explained that it is the use of data to inform and tell stories. It involves analyzing and visualizing data to uncover insights and provide context to news stories.
Whiskers was fascinated and asked for some examples of data journalism. Alice told him about the work of the investigative journalism non-profit, ProPublica, who have used data to uncover stories such as discrimination in the housing market and the use of secret shell companies in political campaigns.
Whiskers was impressed and asked why journalists should use data. Alice explained that using data in journalism can provide a new level of depth and understanding to stories. It can also help to hold those in power accountable by providing concrete evidence.
Whiskers was curious about the skills needed to do good data journalism. Alice told him that strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools such as Excel and data visualization software are important. Additionally, the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and compelling way is essential.
Whiskers asked what an essential part of the journalists’ toolkit was. Alice explained that using data is an essential part of the journalist’s toolkit and it helps to uncover new insights and stories that would have been impossible to find through traditional methods.
After learning about data journalism, Whiskers was determined to help Alice with her work. He would help her to collect data and analyze it, using his sharp senses and quick reflexes to uncover new insights. Together, they produced powerful, data-driven stories that helped to make a real impact in their community.
