LibGuides: Researcher Skills Toolkit: Manage data

Manage data

Introduction

This module considers the importance of good practice when managing research data. It documents the planning, organisation, analysis, archiving, sharing, and reusing of data via a research data lifecycle.

After working through this module you will be able to:

Understand what research data is and the common formats for data
Explain the importance of good practice in managing data
Recognise the unique perspectives and challenges of Indigenous research data
Identify the key stages of the research data lifecycle and the activities that take place at each stage
Identify University of Newcastle, government, and funder requirements in relation to research data
Consider data storage, backup, security, and archival requirements
Understand what open research data is, and the benefits of sharing data.

Manage data

In this video University of Newcastle researchers discuss their recommendations for best practice when managing research data.