Training activity information
Details
Present a visualisation of a complex data set to stakeholders to support an explanation of findings from a mapping or statistical analysis
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Communication of complex information to non-experts, using audience-specific language to explain statistical methods used and clinical or operational framework/context.
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- What is the complex data set you will be visualising?
- What are the key findings from the mapping or statistical analysis that you need to explain?
- Who are the stakeholders you will be presenting to?
- What is their level of understanding of the data and analysis?
- What types of visualisations (e.g., charts, graphs) are most appropriate for this data set and these findings, and for this audience?
- What tools or software will you use to create the visualisation?
- What is your familiarity with these tools?
- How will you structure your presentation to effectively explain the findings using the visualisation?
- What challenges do you anticipate in communicating complex information clearly?
In action
- As you present the visualisation, are you observing the stakeholders’ reactions and understanding?
- Are you adjusting your explanation based on their feedback?
- Is the visualisation effectively conveying the key findings from the mapping or statistical analysis? If not, what could you do differently in the moment (if possible) or in future presentations?
- Are you explaining the visualisation clearly and concisely, avoiding jargon where possible?
- Are you noticing any points of confusion for the audience?
- Are you linking the visual elements back to the original data and analysis to ensure the presentation is grounded in evidence?
- Are you remaining open to questions and engaging in discussion with the stakeholders to ensure their understanding and address any concerns?
On action
- Summarise the data set you visualised, the type of visualisation you used, and the key findings you aimed to communicate to stakeholders. Describe the stakeholders’ reactions and engagement during your presentation.
- What did you learn about effectively visualising complex data for different audiences?
- Did you improve your understanding of how to choose the right type of visualisation to convey specific insights?
- How effective were you in explaining the visualisation and its implications to the stakeholders?
- How did the stakeholders’ feedback during your presentation influence your explanation and understanding?
- How does the ability to present data visually support communication and decision-making in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment?
- Were there any aspects of the data that were particularly challenging to visualise?
- What approaches did you try, and what did you learn?
- Were there any questions or misunderstandings from the stakeholders that highlighted areas for improvement in your visualisation or explanation?
- What further data visualisation techniques do you want to explore?
- How can you improve your ability to tailor visualisations and explanations to different stakeholder groups?
- What are your next steps in developing your presentation and communication skills?
- What resources (e.g., data visualisation software tutorials, design principles) might be beneficial?
Beyond action
- Have you presented other data visualisations to stakeholders or encountered different visualisation techniques since this DTA?
- How has your understanding of effective data visualisation principles and tailoring presentations to different audiences evolved?
- Have you received feedback on your presentations and considered how to improve your communication of complex data?
- How has this experience influenced your approach to communicating data-driven insights to colleagues or stakeholders?
- Have you applied data visualisation techniques in reports or presentations in your work?
- Has your appreciation for the power of visual aids in explaining complex information grown?
- What communication and presentation skills did you develop that will be valuable in leadership, teaching, or project dissemination?
- How has this experience informed your understanding of stakeholder engagement in healthcare analytics?
- What clear actions for continued development in data visualisation or presentation skills have been identified?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Explore and explain relationships between elements in a system. |
| # 2 |
Outcome
Select, perform and critique statistical analyses and interpretations on clinical and operational datasets. |