A Mathematical Lens for Teaching Data Science

TL;DR

This paper proposes a mathematical approach to teaching data science by linking curricula to traditional mathematical pedagogy, aiming to improve educational strategies for undergraduates.

Contribution

It introduces a framework connecting data science education to established mathematical teaching methods, based on the National Academies report.

Findings

Provides a structured connection between data science and mathematical pedagogy

Suggests curriculum development aligned with mathematical teaching principles

Aims to enhance undergraduate data science education

Abstract

Using the National Academies report, {\em Data Science for Undergraduates: Opportunities and Options}, we connect data science curricula to the more familiar pedagogy used by many mathematical scientists. We use their list of ``data acumen" components to ground a discussion, which hopes to connect data science curricula to the more familiar pedagogy used by many mathematical scientists.