Social and Political Data Science: Introduction

Methods of Data Collection and Production

Karl Ho

School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences

University of Texas at Dallas

Introduction 

Methods of Data Collection and Production Karl Ho School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences University of Texas at Dallas Introduction

Data Methods: Introduction

By Karl Ho

Data Methods: Introduction

Overview: This is a data method course introducing the theory, practices and issues of data collection and production. It aims at providing a comprehensive framework in understanding data, and how social scientists conduct research starting from the data generation process. We will cover data methods, data management, big data trends and how to prepare data for next phrases of research including modeling and reporting. This survey course is designed to equip social scientists with data generation concepts, tools and best practices. Topics on new developments and tools of big data in social science research will also be covered.

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