World Insights Competion
What is the competition?
Welcome to the World Insights Competition by the World Data Lab, a unique opportunity for high school students and teachers to delve into data research and analysis.
This competition allows high school students to interpret and visualize data, transforming raw numbers into meaningful patterns and insights using innovative tools from the World Data Lab. By engaging with insights, students will develop their understanding of data and its uses in various fields.
Because students can choose the math used, questions to be asked, and format of their project, and is free to join while requiring no travel, the World Insights Competition is the most accessible math competition in the world.
Why should students join?
Enhance mathematical, analytical, and data visualization skills through
Foster creativity and critical thinking
Inspire the next generation of data scientists
It’s free and a great way to integrate applied math into the curriculum
Competition details
Student submissions: Students will create a comprehensive visualization answering their research question. Included will be their complete visualization, explanation of their process and their citations of all data used.
Connects well with IB, AP and UK math courses. Also is great for high school math clubs.
Registration through October, School groups begin work in November and Submissions are due in March of every year.
Support is available from Jim, Katherine or an affiliate educator for a video call, answering questions, connecting with students, offering guidance and more.
Resources
Our school guide, offering teachers, math coaches and other a full understanding of our competition and how to lead it.
Our student guide, that walks students through our process, allowing for independence in their experience.
Previous webinars
Water Crisis Clock Webinar
20th March 2025 9am EST/ 3pm CET Join World Data Lab (WDL) and GIZ for the launch of the Water
Internet Poverty Index
Internet Poverty Index June 20, 2024 – 10am ET | 4pm CET Share This year’s annual update on the Internet
Water Crisis Clock Webinar
20th March 2025 9am EST/ 3pm CET Join World Data Lab (WDL) and GIZ for the launch of the Water
Internet Poverty Index
Internet Poverty Index June 20, 2024 – 10am ET | 4pm CET Share This year’s annual update on the Internet
Contact Us
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