Mixed methods and narrative research: resources for secondary data analysis from the 1958 British Birth Cohort Study

Date: 6 March 2012

Location: Institute of Education, London

A few places are still available for a free workshop on mixed methods and narrative research that explores resources for secondary data analysis from the 1958 British Birth Cohort Study, also known as the National Child Development Study.

The workshop, which will take place on 6 March 2012 at the Institute of Education in London, will look at how qualitative resources from the study can be used in tandem with the quantitative longitudinal data to carry out mixed methods research. However researchers may also be interested in the qualitative materials in isolation as rich resources for secondary analysis or as material to help inform and frame new data collection.

This is one of a series of events, organised by ESDS, in support of the ESRC's Secondary Data Analysis Initiative. These events are designed for researchers who are not current users of these ESRC-funded data resources, and who wish to apply for grants under this Initiative. It is not suitable for students.

This course is free to attend but booking is essential. Cancellations must be received within 5 working days of the event, otherwise a cancellation fee of £25 will be charged.

Book now to avoid disappointment. See details and booking form at the link below.

http://www.esds.ac.uk/news/eventdetail.asp?id=3102

British Secondary Data: Researching Housing and the Local Environment

Monday 26 March 2012
Centre for Longitudinal Studies, Institute of Education, London

This one-day workshop organised by the Economic and Social Data Service introduces British individual-level data ('microdata') that are available for re-analysis. The focus will be on data from surveys and the Census, with a particular emphasis on the English Housing Survey.

The day is aimed at those with little or no experience of the data. Participants will learn about the data available and their research potential, how to access data and where to go for help. There will also be a hands-on session to explore the English Housing Survey data online and in SPSS. Presenters are drawn from the Department of Communities and Local Government, Economic and Social Data Service, ESRC Census Programme and Centre for Longitudinal Studies.

This is one of a series of events being held in support of the ESRC's Secondary Data Analysis Initiative.

The workshop is free to attend and lunch will be provided. To view the programme and book a place please go to http://www.ccsr.ac.uk/esds/events/2012-03-26/

Introducing the European Social Survey (ESS) and the International Social Survey Programme (ISSP): Key resources for comparative research

Date: 22 March 2012
Location: London

Bookings are now open for a free workshop on two key cross-national social survey resources - the European Social Survey (ESS) and the International Social Survey Programme (ISSP) - which will explore opportunities for secondary analysis using the data.

The workshop will describe the methodologies and coverage of the data, and provide a demonstration of how to analyse and access them online. The workshop will also include two expert presentations each showcasing recent research using the surveys.

This is one of a series of events, organised by ESDS, in support of the ESRC's Secondary Data Analysis Initiative. These events are designed for researchers who are not current users of these ESRC-funded data resources, and who wish to apply for grants under this Initiative. It is not suitable for students.

This course is free to attend but booking is essential. Cancellations must be received within 5 working days of the event, otherwise a cancellation fee of £25 will be charged. See details and booking form at the link below.:

http://www.esds.ac.uk/news/eventdetail.asp?id=3131

Webinar: Introducation to ESDS

Title: Introducing ESDS data

Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM GMT

Supporting the ESRC Secondary Data Analysis Initiative

This hour-long webinar will showcase a range of datasets and supporting materials available free of charge through the Economic and Social Data Service (ESDS) along with case studies that demonstrate how they can be used to develop high-impact research. Participants are encouraged to share their research interests and data questions in advance in order to customise content.

This is also an opportunity to learn more about the logistics of finding, downloading and analysing ESDS datasets, specifically covering catalogue records, data documentation, guides, and online data visualisation tools such as Nesstar.

This is one of a series of events being run in support of the ESRC's Secondary Data Analysis Initiative. These events are designed for researchers who are not current users of these ESRC-funded data resources, and who wish to apply for grants under this Initiative.

This webinar is free to attend but registration is essential.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.

System Requirements

PC-based attendees

Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server

Macintosh®-based attendees

Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer

Space is limited.

Reserve your Webinar seat now at:

https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/268535110

Business Microdata Workshop

Researchers interested to know more about how business microdata might expand or accelerate their work are invited to a free workshop in London. The Secure Data Service, a partner of both the UK Data Archive and the Economic and Social Data Service (ESDS), is hosting the workshop in support of the ESRC Secondary Data Analysis Initiative.

The half-day event, set for 21 February 2012 from 13.00 to 16.00, will be moved to the Medical Research Council offices in London to accommodate additional researchers.

The programme will provide an introduction to the range of business data made available to qualified and approved researchers through the Secure Data Service. This data is collected by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS), and other government agencies. These data are confidential and collected under statistics legislation. Because they are highly identifiable, they can only be accessed under secure conditions. Attendees will learn how the Secure Data Service works, including details on how to apply. There will also be a surgery session to respond to user needs and questions.

This is one of a series of events organised by ESDS in support of the ESRC Secondary Data Analysis Initiative. These events are designed for researchers who are not current users of these ESRC-funded data resources, and who wish to apply for grants under this Initiative. It is not suitable for students.

The course is free to attend, but booking is essential. See details and booking form at the link below:

http://www.esds.ac.uk/news/eventdetail.asp?id=3060