Data scientist is now the highest-paying job for students graduating with a bachelor’s degree in the United States and is projected to grow from a $133.7 billion market in 2024 to a $276.18 billion market by 2029. However, experiences with data are rare in today’s K-12 classrooms and curriculum.
This conference will introduce K-12 students, educators, and parents to foundational data science concepts and examples of data science careers across industries with a combination of workshops and presentations, divided into three levels for age-appropriate content.
Foundational Concepts: Establish intuition and core ways of thinking about and visualizing data
Tools & Techniques: Focus on platforms and tools that support data analysis and bring insight
Becoming a Data Scientist: Learn what it takes to be a data scientist -- including skills, training and education
Who, What, When, Where, & Why: We'll incorporate presentations, panels, and other hands-on sessions that are specific to K-12 educators
At DSC, we pride ourselves on hosting speakers who are real-world changemakers: the senior data leaders from Fortune 500 companies who are at the forefront of innovation.
JULY 25, 2024 | |
10:00 am | Opening Remarks |
10:10 am | Keynote |
10:35 am | Breakout Sessions |
12:00 pm | Panel Discussion |
1:00 pm | Breakout Sessions |
3:00 pm | Closing Remarks |
“Fast Forward” encapsulates the dual imperative in data science and AI: to accelerate innovation and adapt quickly to emerging technologies while ensuring responsible, sustainable progress.
In this era of rapid transformation, we are at a crossroads, where the pace of change is exhilarating yet demands a thoughtful approach to integration and implementation.
As we venture into this accelerated journey, we face the challenge of aligning rapid technological advances with organizational objectives, ethical considerations, and robust infrastructure.
This theme is a call to action for pioneers and leaders to harmonize speed with caution, ensuring that each leap forward is both groundbreaking and grounded.
Join us as we explore the narratives of trailblazers who are setting the tempo for this dynamic evolution, navigating the fast lane of innovation with the wisdom to steer technology towards a future that benefits all.
“Fast Forward” is not just about keeping pace with change but about setting the pace for the responsible, transformative future of data science and AI.