DATA AFFAIRS – Data Management for ethnographic research
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The e-learning platform "DATA AFFAIRS" (developed by the Collaborative Research Center 1171 "Affective Societies" (FU Berlin)) offers scientists a versatile learning and training program based on the current challenges of data management, especially when working with qualitative data in ethnographic research. The open source platform provides all interested parties with insights and advice on the secure storage of sensitive data, the creation of secure passwords, the best methods for anonymizing and pseudonymizing personal data and the methodological requirements associated with the increasing merging of online and offline communications, as well as insights into the archiving procedures for research data and their provision for possible reuse. The content is organized into four sections - "Inform", "Learn", "Guide" and "Glossary" - with interactive learning units and supplementary text, image, audio and video material.
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22. November 2023
The content of this online tutorial is thematically oriented with a focus on ethnographic research as well as generic information about research data management. The interactive learning units are aimed at (early career) researchers, students and teachers.
The course is free of charge.
Besides an internet connection and a working browser there are no further technical requirements to use this offer.
The time duration and working load depends on the prior level of knowledge of the participants.