This session is designed to be conducted as a workshop. Short informational segments are mixed with exercises to help participants both learn and apply the concepts. The following is an outline of the workshop. A recording of the entire workshop and links to the materials used in the exercises are also provided.

Workshop Outline

1. Introduction to Data Management
   
   • What is it?
   • Where does it fit into the research process?
   • Why don’t we always end up with the data we want?
2. Exercises in Data Management
   
   • Identifying variables
   • Coding data collection forms
   • Creating a data dictionary
3. Preparing for the Statistical Consult
   
   • Tools and tips for verifying and validating your data

Workshop Recording and Associated materials

• Live recording of worshop proceedings (52 minutes)
• Workshop Slide set (MS Powerpoint)
• Sample Survey for Data Definition Exercise (MS Word)
• Data Dictionary Template (MS Word)
• Data Dictionary Key for Sample Survey (MS Word)