ECU’s Data Literacy and Education Program

For all ECU Faculty and Staff,

We are pleased to announce the launch of ECU’s Data Literacy and Education Program, now available through Cornerstone. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a data-informed culture across the university.

As higher education becomes increasingly data-driven, it is essential that our community understands how to responsibly use, interpret, and protect institutional data. This program, developed by the Data Governance Steering Committee (DGSC) and the Data Stewardship Committee (DSC), is designed to build that competency.

Now Available: Competency Level 1 – Institutional Data Foundations

This foundational level includes four engaging video modules:

• Data Governance
• Institutional Data and the Strategic Plan
• Data Classifications
• Data Lifecycle

Upon completion, learners will gain a deeper understanding of how ECU’s data supports strategic goals, how data is classified and governed, and how it flows through its lifecycle—from collection to preservation.

Who Should Participate?

This training is open to all ECU Faculty and Staff. Whether you’re a data steward, supervisor, or simply interested in improving your data fluency, this program is for you. Supervisors are encouraged to assign these modules to their teams to support professional development and informed decision-making. The training is also open to Student Employees so please share this with any you may feel would benefit from the training.

How to Access

Visit Cornerstone and search for “Data Literacy” to begin. Each module includes a short quiz, and completing all modules in a competency level signifies mastery.

This is just the beginning—additional competency levels will follow, covering topics such as data regulation, discovery and evaluation, and storytelling.

Thank you for your commitment to data excellence at ECU. Together, we can ensure that our data is used ethically, effectively, and in alignment with our mission. Go Pirates!