Data Research Project
Over the course of the next two weeks, you will work independently to conduct a data research project.
The steps of the project will include:
1. Planning
- Brainstorm at least three questions about topics that interest you.
- Make sure you could find the answer to these questions by surveying others.
- Select one of the questions to use in your project.
2. Data Collection
- Create a survey.
- Distribute the survey to your focus group.
- Wait for responses (collecting responses may take a week or so).
When the survey responses are in, you will finish the data research project by:
3. Data Cleansing
- Inspect the data for inconsistencies.
- Cleanse the data by amending or removing any data that is incorrect, incomplete, improperly formatted, or duplicated.
- Categorize and organize the data.
4. Data Visualization
- Select the type of chart, graph, table, etc. that aids in the visually storytelling of your data.
- Create an infographic that informs readers of your findings.
5. Actions/Recommendations
- Include in your infographic recommendations based on your findings.