Research Data Management – data management is a vital part of all research projects. Done well it can save time and stress as well as making the research process more efficient. This session introduces participants to the basic elements of managing the information they use and create as part of their projects including how information can be backed up, stored and shared. Editable PPT, presenter notes and session recording are also available.
Avoiding Information Overload – a research data management session aimed at undergraduates. This session looks at the essentials of good information management including back up strategies, storage techniques and how to organise files for quick retrieval.
Data Management Plans – whatever form your research takes you will be using, collecting and generating a large volume of data. It is important to have a plan to manage this information, not just to help you work more efficiently but because many funders demand evidence of a plan before you start your project. This session will introduce you to data management plans, discuss their key components, demonstrate tools which can help you create a plan and guide you through the process of planning for your project. Presenter notes also available.
Sample Data Management Plan – to be used in training exercises. Contains a number of deliberate errors and data curation issues. Can be used to spark discussion or for learners to spot inaccuracies. Created using DMPOnline.
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