Build models, make inferences, and deliver interactive data products.
This specialization continues and develops on the material from the Data Science: Foundations using R specialization. It covers statistical inference, regression models, machine learning, and the development of data products. In the Capstone Project, you’ll apply the skills learned by building a data product using real-world data. At completion, learners will have a portfolio demonstrating their mastery of the material.
The five courses in this specialization are the very same courses that make up the second half of the Data Science Specialization. This specialization is presented for learners who have already mastered the fundamentals and want to skip right to the more advanced courses.
Overview
Syllabus
Course 1: Statistical Inference
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. Statistical inference is the process of drawing conclusions about populations or scientific truths from ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Regression Models
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. Linear models, as their name implies, relates an outcome to a set of predictors of interest using ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Practical Machine Learning
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. One of the most common tasks performed by data scientists and data analysts are prediction and machine ... Enroll for free.
Course 4: Developing Data Products
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. A data product is the production output from a statistical analysis. Data products automate complex ... Enroll for free.
Course 5: Data Science Capstone
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. The capstone project class will allow students to create a usable/public data product that can be used ... Enroll for free.
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. Statistical inference is the process of drawing conclusions about populations or scientific truths from ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Regression Models
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. Linear models, as their name implies, relates an outcome to a set of predictors of interest using ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Practical Machine Learning
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. One of the most common tasks performed by data scientists and data analysts are prediction and machine ... Enroll for free.
Course 4: Developing Data Products
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. A data product is the production output from a statistical analysis. Data products automate complex ... Enroll for free.
Course 5: Data Science Capstone
- Offered by Johns Hopkins University. The capstone project class will allow students to create a usable/public data product that can be used ... Enroll for free.
Courses
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Statistical inference is the process of drawing conclusions about populations or scientific truths from data. There are many modes of performing inference including statistical modeling, data oriented strategies and explicit use of designs and randomization in analyses. Furthermore, there are broad theories (frequentists, Bayesian, likelihood, design based, …) and numerous complexities (missing data, observed and unobserved confounding, biases) for performing inference. A practitioner can often be left in a debilitating maze of techniques, philosophies and nuance. This course presents the fundamentals of inference in a practical approach for getting things done. After taking this course, students will understand the broad directions of statistical inference and use this information for making informed choices in analyzing data.
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Linear models, as their name implies, relates an outcome to a set of predictors of interest using linear assumptions. Regression models, a subset of linear models, are the most important statistical analysis tool in a data scientist’s toolkit. This course covers regression analysis, least squares and inference using regression models. Special cases of the regression model, ANOVA and ANCOVA will be covered as well. Analysis of residuals and variability will be investigated. The course will cover modern thinking on model selection and novel uses of regression models including scatterplot smoothing.
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One of the most common tasks performed by data scientists and data analysts are prediction and machine learning. This course will cover the basic components of building and applying prediction functions with an emphasis on practical applications. The course will provide basic grounding in concepts such as training and tests sets, overfitting, and error rates. The course will also introduce a range of model based and algorithmic machine learning methods including regression, classification trees, Naive Bayes, and random forests. The course will cover the complete process of building prediction functions including data collection, feature creation, algorithms, and evaluation.
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A data product is the production output from a statistical analysis. Data products automate complex analysis tasks or use technology to expand the utility of a data informed model, algorithm or inference. This course covers the basics of creating data products using Shiny, R packages, and interactive graphics. The course will focus on the statistical fundamentals of creating a data product that can be used to tell a story about data to a mass audience.
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The capstone project class will allow students to create a usable/public data product that can be used to show your skills to potential employers. Projects will be drawn from real-world problems and will be conducted with industry, government, and academic partners.
Taught by
Brian Caffo, PhD, Jeff Leek, PhD and Roger D. Peng, PhD
