Introductory statistical training typically does not emphasize the importance of creatively plotting data before summarizing and aggregating. Statisticians may be in a position to advocate for and assist with effective visualizations for a given project, particularly when the researcher may not have the necessary computing expertise. In this video, a researcher and statistician discuss data visualization as a first step in the analysis, and identify important design information that would have otherwise been overlooked. The scenario encourages discussion about the importance of thorough exploratory data analysis and considering data visualization as an integral part of the analysis process.

Keywords: Data visualization; data anomalies; exploratory data analysis; study design

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To cite the videos, scripts, and discussion questions, please use the following citation:

• Sharp, J. L., Griffith, E., and Higgs, M. D. (2021). “Setting the stage: statistical collaboration videos for training the next generation of applied statisticians,” Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education, 29(2): 165-170. https://doi.org/10.1080/26939169.2021.1934202

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• • • Sharp, J.L., Griffith, E., and Higgs, M. (2020). Advocating for data visualization [Video file]. https://youtu.be/apTIZaMmbug.