Abstract

Data value increases as it is interconnected, networked, shared, used and reused. A deluge of scientific and other research data presents a great opportunity for libraries, archives and other information organisations to grow their roles. This subject focuses on research data management which is an increasingly important set of skills … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Overview of data, data librarianship, and data curationRole of data in researchDefinitions of data and the nature of evidenceData-driven scholarship and statisticsData lifecycle & collaborationData archives, standards and repositoriesLegal, policy, and ethical frameworks for responsible data stewardshipPublic policy for research dataData management and curation in data centres, libraries and archives.

Assessment items

1. Quiz: Research Data Management basics
2. Communications and engagement strategy
3. Researcher support report

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF334 or INF534.