Visualizing Racial Gaps

Issued by Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Historically, the race of an individual impacted where they either chose or were driven to live. The now outlawed practice of redlining classified entire neighborhoods as risky investments and racial segregation concentrated African Americans in those neighborhoods. Knowing how to interpret different housing market statistics will help you identify racial gaps in data.

Type Learning
Level Foundational
Time Hours
Cost Free

Additional Details

Skills

Communicating Visually
Graphing Data
Naming Data Sources
Naming Data Units
Reading Data Plots

Earning Criteria

To earn this badge you will complete a knowledge check, interact with FRED, complete two data explorations, and demonstrate your ability to transfer skills.

Standards

Achieve Equal Opportunity and Justice

Addressing racial and social injustices, deconstructing stereotypes, dismantling inequality, and exposing unfair practices will lead to the full social, civic, economic, and political integration of these marginalized groups.