Materials
D4M consists of four components used directly in a session to thoroughly assess a data or AI project and make decisions about next steps:
- Fact sheet (A4, physical or digital): This is completed in advance by the project lead.
- D4M poster (A0, physical): Participants work through this during the session.
- Values sheet (A4, physical): This tool supports moments of reflection during the session.
- Action sheet (A4, physical or digital): The group completes this together at the end.
The materials listed above and future updates will be available on this website from May onwards.
Additionally, there are two additional documents for people and organizations who want to apply D4M in their work:
- There is a guide with an overview of D4M and practical tips for organizing a successful session.
- The document Compelling Data Stories provides an overview of five case studies from the media sector in which various ethical and societal challenges emerged. This gives readers an idea of D4M’s purpose and the types of real-world situations where a D4M-like tool would have been beneficial.