Data Storytelling Course with Rebeca Pop

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Teach the art of data storytelling

In a world with endless amounts of data, students must master data storytelling to be able to influence decisions and succeed - with our new course, you can easily teach that!

📈 Plug-and-play: Save prep time with our ready-to-go material. Effortlessly integrating into your curriculum (Canvas import)

🎓 Professionally Authored: By award-winning data-viz professor at the University of Chicago and Northwestern University, Rebeca Pop

✅ Free of charge: Equip students with a core career skill - at no cost for you and them

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10 course modules available

think-cell’s Data Storytelling is split into 10 separate modules, each designed with a specific, self-contained learning objective

  • Every module delves into a distinct aspect of data storytelling, covering topics from basic principles, visuals, and to constructing compelling narratives​
  • Final module delivered as a case-based assignment, tasking students with the application of data storytelling themes taught in modules 1-10

Seamless curriculum integration

think-cell’s Data Storytelling course is designed for easy download and distribution through the widely used LMS, Canvas​

  • Each module is delivered as a YouTube video with accompanying slides available in PDF and PPT format ​
  • A comprehensive step-by-step guide supports the entire process of downloading, publishing, and delivering the Data Storytelling course​ via Canvas

Expert-led learning experience

Have your students learn the key principles of data storytelling from an in-field expert, Rebeca Pop

  • 4 years of teaching experience at prestigious universities, the University of Chicago and Northwestern University, brought to your classroom for free​
  • Marking guides ensure students’ work is graded with precision through the framework of an expert in the field

What students say

think-cell Ambassador Kalane Abbey

I used to dread creating charts until I started using think-cell. Now I actually look forward to exploring the many ways I can bring numbers to life with think-cell's numerous features!

Kalane Abbey, MBA Student at University of Michigan Ross School of Business

think-cell Ambassador Keri Arslancan

I learned about think-cell after working with some consultants. I was amazed at how quickly they created visually stunning yet complex charts and graphs. At Tuck, I explored think-cell to develop that skill-set, which provided a distinct value-add to my first-year project team and allowed me to better contribute to my summer internship!

Keri Arslancan, MBA Student at Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business

See how think-cell addresses your typical PowerPoint pain points

think-cell helps you create stunning charts in minutes, boosts your slide layout and automates your regular reports. And all this with a single PowerPoint add-in. Here are its most awe-inspiring features.

Gantt charts you can create in PowerPoint

Ensure maximum clarity in your project management reporting.

  • ⁠Show project status with data-driven elements like Harvey balls and checkboxes.
  • ⁠Choose your timescale and add activity bars and milestones that connect directly to the calendar.
  • Add or remove items and the chart adapts automatically to maintain readability.

Waterfall charts without workarounds

Create waterfall charts to show how different drivers contribute to an overall change. Industry standard for EBITDA bridge and P&L statements.

  • Display multiple series with stacked segments.
  • Include totals and subtotals that calculate automatically.
  • Add segments that cross below the baseline.

Chart annotations for data-driven stories

Highlight key insights with a range of auto-calculated enhancements that are positioned perfectly for best practice chart layouts.

  • Use labels and legends for clearer data communication.
  • Add CAGR arrows that automatically update when your chart changes.
  • Show your audience what matters with value lines and difference arrows.

think-cell Library for the assets you need

Start building faster with the perfect foundation for your business presentations.

  • Quickly access all your favorite slides, images and presentation resources.
  • Draw on over 250 business templates so you never start from a blank slide.
  • Find exactly what you need with slide-level search and powerful filters.

Automated Mekko charts

Build Mekko charts to show data in two dimensions, using column width for total category sizes and height for proportions.

  • Choose from unit axis or percentage axis.
  • Avoid manual workarounds as column widths are calculated automatically.
  • Combine smaller segments to ‘Other’ to reduce noise.

Smart text boxes for professional layouts

Use smart text boxes that automatically form optimized layouts so you can stop worrying about the size and alignment of your slide elements.

  • Focus on writing content rather than arranging objects.
  • Combine smart text boxes to quickly create tabular structures.
  • Make edits and add elements without breaking your slide.

Data automation that gives you full control

Link any content from a cell in Excel to charts or any other object in your PowerPoint presentation.

  • Choose between automatic and on-demand updates to stay in control and maintain full data consistency.
  • Move, rename or email your Excel files and the links to your presentation will stay intact.
  • Integrate data from other sources like Tableau or populate templates with think-cell’s API.

Chart scanner to pull data from images

Instantly convert flat images into fully-functional, data-driven think-cell charts.

  • Take a column or bar chart from any source and replicate it in your presentation.
  • Capture all chart values and category labels.
  • Edit, annotate, and adjust styling as you can with any other think-cell chart.

Frequently asked questions

Student
How much does a think-cell student license cost?

think-cell licenses for academic use are completely free of charge. There is no autorenewal function and we will never ask you for your bank or card details.

Who is eligible for a free academic think-cell license?

Any currently enrolled student at a verified higher education institution can access our program. Under this free licensing scheme, the software must be used exclusively for educational and non-commercial purposes.

Students are eligible to sign up for a free think-cell license via the think-cell Student Portal.

If you are a member of teaching staff, you can request a license directly via our Professor Portal.

How long is the license valid for?

Each academic license will be fulfilled by a free license key, valid for 12 months or until your graduation. Upon expiry, if you are still a student, you will be able to request a renewal. A new key will be generated and you will enjoy uninterrupted access to think-cell.

Does a think-cell student license come with full access to the software?

Yes! Any student using think-cell will access the same product with full functionality and features as any paying customer using it for commercial purposes. Any users with a free academic license will also have the same level of software updates and access to new versions and upcoming features of think-cell.

Professor
I am a member of teaching staff at an accredited higher education institution. Am I eligible for a free think-cell license?

Yes! You can request a free license as a member of teaching staff via our Professor Portal. You will be granted a free 12-month license pending a verification.

How much does a think-cell professor license cost?

think-cell licenses for academic use are completely free of charge. There is no autorenewal function and we will never ask you for your bank or card details.

Who is eligible for a free academic think-cell license?

Any teaching staff at a verified higher education institution can access our program. Under this free licensing scheme, the software must be used exclusively for educational and non-commercial purposes.

Teaching staff are able to request a free license via our Professor Portal. We will verify your eligibility and typically send you a confirmation within a few days.

How can my students use think-cell?

Any student currently enrolled in higher education is eligible to validate their own free license. To access their license key, they need to simply refer to the Student Portal.

Does think-cell provide material to help introduce the tool to the classroom?

Yes! We have a wealth of material to help you integrate think-cell into the classroom and engage your students with the hands-on use of an industry-standard tool.

From case-based homework assignments to free and comprehensive training resources, as a member of teaching staff you will be well set to help your students learn in-demand skills with think-cell.

For more information on how think-cell can help your students, please get in touch with our team at academics@think-cell.com.

Staff
I am a member of staff at a higher education institution (a research fellow, administrator, etc.). Can I access think-cell’s free academic licensing scheme?

Yes, staff at an accredited higher university are eligible for free and full use of our tool, but this license must be used exclusively for non-profit or educational purposes.

 

To request access as a member of staff, simply send a request to us here. We will verify your eligibility and typically send you a confirmation within a few days. For questions please reach out to at academics@think-cell.com.

How can students or my colleagues access think-cell for free?

Any student or member of teaching staff can gain free access to think-cell via our landing page for students and professors.

Get to know the Academics Team

Feel free to contact our team at academics@think-cell.com

Head of Academic Programs

Jonas Gerhard

Academic Program Associate EMEA

Sibei Lin

Academic Program Associate APAC

Paul Tran

Academic Partnership Manager Americas

Josh Hewitt