After the session, you will:
• be able to define big data and identify big data-related concepts and implementations
• have a clear understanding of the current and potential future use of big data within an educational context as well as the world at large
• understand that specific skills will be involved in using big data, but that these skills are not necessarily technology-specific
• be able to assist learners and their parents in understanding the value of big data-related skills in terms of current and future work and life opportunities
• appreciate big data-related activities within an educational context.