Data Detective
Find missing values, repeated records and unusual numbers. Calculate means, compare cleaning decisions and keep an evidence trail.
Investigate a dataset →LEARN · PRACTISE · BUILD
AI & Data Science Learning Studio
Four connected projects take you from raw data to responsible AI evaluation. Suitable for KS3 extension, GCSE preparation and independent post-16 exploration.
Choose a practical learning route
Start with messy data, build a prediction, explore a trained classifier and explain what the results justify. The activities use fictional or clearly credited educational datasets, run locally in the browser and collect no student details.
Train & Test Studio
Fit a straight-line regression model using the fictional bike-hire dataset from Chapter 18, then compare it to a baseline on eight unseen days.
Train and evaluate →Classification Lab
Use k-nearest neighbours to classify fictional sensor readings. Change k, inspect false alarms and missed positives, then evaluate limitations.
Explore a trained classifier →Assessment & Portfolio
Complete original self-check questions and a printable project brief. Explain your cleaning, train/test separation, evaluation and ethics.
Test and evidence your learning →Connected to the published TutorSyntax book
Book downloads & details →AI & Data Science Foundations — chapters 5–9, 13–14, 16–18 and 20 support the learning route.
Take the learning further
Download and run Python
All three investigations come with matching commented Python programs and sample CSV files, plus a learner worksheet and teacher notes.
Download v26 project pack (ZIP) →Plan a research project
Choose an appropriate research question, record provenance, compare baselines and document limitations. These tasks are EPQ preparation, not a qualification.
Open EPQ research starter →Explore related careers
See where data analysis, model development and transparent evaluation are used professionally.
Data scientist profile →These are original TutorSyntax enrichment resources informed by emerging computing education themes. They are not official Ada, Raspberry Pi Foundation, examination-board or EPQ assessment materials. Current GCSE specifications remain available elsewhere on TutorSyntax.