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What is Secondary Data?
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Example Raw Data Set (Quantitative)
Example Raw Data Set (Qualitative)
Advantages of Using Secondary Data
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Data Quality Issues
Relevance / Fit for Purpose
Lack of Control Over Data Collection
Potential for Misinterpretation
Documentation Gaps
The Secondary Data Research Process
Effective Search Strategies & Methodologies
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Alignment with Your Research Question
Data Source & Credibility
Data Quality & Integrity
Methodology of Data Collection
Practical Considerations
Data Access, Download, & Management
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Data Formats
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Types of Data Analysis
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Ethical Considerations
Citing Secondary Data
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How to Do a Dissertation in Record Time Using Government Data: A Primer
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Introductory Statistical Procedures with SPSS
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Medical Statistics: A Guide to SPSS, Data Analysis and Critical Appraisal
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