(Open) Data literacy: Dataset for a systematic review of the literature

This dataset presents data used for a systematic review of the literature.
We conducted a comprehensive literature review, in which we identified the following: a) the role of data literacy as one of several barriers to use; and b) open data-related activities that foster informal learning by assisting in the development of critical data literacy as a surrogate for citizens' continued engagement with open data. Following the screening and selection of 66 articles through the use of keyword mapping, the articles were coded and subjected to quantitative analysis. On the one hand, our findings demonstrate that inadequate data literacy hinders the utilisation of open data. Conversely, it seems that open data initiatives create pertinent prospects for fostering technical data literacy among the general public, enabling them to comprehend and engage with decision-making processes that are informed by data. However, critical data literacy as a primary catalyst for the strategic and transformative utilisation of open government data receives scant attention. In conclusion, this research has the potential to provide a foundation for interventions that promote open data literacy and lifelong learning.