Data Science

AI & Data Science

The interdisciplinary practice of extracting insight from data using statistics, programming and domain knowledge.

Data science combines data wrangling, statistical analysis, machine learning and visualisation. In education it powers learning analytics, predictive early-warning systems and institutional dashboards.

Related Terms
Machine Learning (ML)
A subset of AI in which systems learn patterns from data and improve at a task without being explicitly programmed.
Big Data
Datasets too large or complex for traditional tools, characterised by high volume, velocity and variety.
Data Analytics
The process of examining data to draw conclusions and support decisions.
7AI
Edwisely's Student Intelligence Model that analyses each learner across seven dimensions, far beyond a single grade, to build a living knowledge map that powers personalised learning paths and an early-warning system for intervention.
AI Literacy
The ability to understand, use and critically evaluate AI tools and their outputs.