CE#6 - Navigating Federal Data Sources*

Instructors:

• Ezra Pierce-Farrier – Assessment Librarian, University of Texas at Arlington
• Morgan Rowe-Morris – Multidisciplinary Librarian, University of Texas at Arlington

Class Description:

The last two years have seen rapid and unpredictable changes to the federal data system. Availability, content and methods of data collection have all changed – sometimes without notice or warning. This CE will cover data rescue efforts, alternatives to federal data sources, and advice on evaluating the utility of data sets in an evolving data environment. Participants should expect to gain a better understanding of the current data landscape and acquire tools to evaluate and use data in a changing environment.

At the end of the workshop participants will be able to:

• Summarize the scope, purpose, and cause for the data rescue efforts, and their current status.
• Review different health statistic resources from federal, national, archived, and non-government organizations.
• Evaluate health statistic resources for reliability, transparency, and longevity.