Superintendents and school leaders sit at the crossroads of data and decision-making—balancing outcomes, budgets, staffing, and board communication. But numbers alone rarely inspire action. The key lies in how you present them.
How to Visualize Your Data Using Microsoft PowerPoint, led by Ashraf Badr and offered through SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera), shows you how to transform raw data into visual stories that drive understanding and alignment.
In just over an hour, this beginner-level Guided Project teaches you how to make PowerPoint presentations that move beyond charts and spreadsheets—combining visuals, motion, and storytelling to make your message resonate with every audience, from board members to community partners.
Why This Course Matters
Data is powerful—but only when people understand it. Whether you’re presenting district metrics, equity dashboards, or budget proposals, how you visualize that data determines how well your message lands.
This Guided Project helps school leaders bridge the gap between information and impact. You’ll learn to:
- Present data visually so stakeholders instantly grasp trends and priorities.
- Add animation and multimedia that make complex topics clear and memorable.
- Design slides that engage—not overwhelm—your audience.
With these skills, your data doesn’t just inform—it persuades, motivates, and builds trust.
What You’ll Learn
This concise, hands-on course walks you through PowerPoint’s most effective visualization tools. You’ll learn to:
- Customize slide backgrounds for professional, branded presentations.
- Insert videos and SmartArt to visualize outcomes and strategies.
- Animate slide content to emphasize key data points.
- Apply smooth transitions to guide the audience through your story.
Course Details
- Time to Complete: ~1.3 hours (self-paced, hands-on)
- Format: Guided Project (desktop only; pre-configured workspace; no downloads)
- Certificate: Shareable upon completion
- Language: English
- Level: Beginner (basic PowerPoint familiarity recommended)
- Instructor: Ashraf Badr • Coursera Project Network
Real-World Impact for School Leaders
You’ll finish this project ready to lead with clarity and confidence. Expect to:
- Communicate district goals and performance with precision and visual appeal.
- Deliver board and community presentations that highlight impact and progress.
- Create data dashboards and visual reports that inform policy decisions.
- Equip your leadership team to use visuals that engage stakeholders and staff alike.
This Guided Project elevates how you tell your district’s story—transforming presentations into tools of leadership, strategy, and inspiration.
Why SchoolDay Academy Recommends This Course
At SchoolDay Academy, we understand that leadership communication drives culture, policy, and results. How to Visualize Your Data Using Microsoft PowerPoint is a strategic PD investment because it:
- Strengthens data storytelling and communication clarity.
- Teaches leaders how to visualize outcomes and impact effectively.
- Uses a familiar Microsoft tool already integrated into district systems.
- Provides a shareable certificate to recognize professional growth.
- Is included in the SchoolDay Academy annual subscription—$149 per user per year, with district pricing as low as $100 for teams and cohorts.
It’s professional learning designed for leaders who need to make complex data understandable, actionable, and compelling.
If you’re ready to elevate your presentations from data-heavy to decision-ready, this Guided Project is your first step.
Start learning “How to Visualize Your Data Using Microsoft PowerPoint” today on SchoolDay Academy (powered by Coursera) and transform the way your team—and your community—sees your district’s story.