Data Collection

Data Collection is a crucial process of gathering, measuring, and analyzing accurate insights for research using standard validated techniques. Coursera's data collection catalogue equips you with the necessary tools and techniques to perform effective data collection across various fields. You'll learn about different data collection methods, designing data collection instruments, the ethics around data gathering, and handling potential biases that may affect the validity of collected data. This skill will enable you to make your research, business inquiries, and social science studies more reliable and accurate.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Special Education, School Psychology, Case Studies, Student Support and Services, Mental Health, Health Promotion, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Crisis Intervention, Data Collection

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    Arizona State University

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Proactivity, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Surveys, Creative Thinking, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Cognitive flexibility, Research Methodologies

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    The State University of New York

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Childhood Education and Development, Working With Children, Teaching, Family Support, Parent Communication, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Classroom Management, Behavior Management, Positive Behavior Support, Curriculum Development, Policy Development, Rapport Building, Creativity, Data Collection, Communication

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    Michigan State University

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Research, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Rapport Building, Electronic Media, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Campaign Management, Marketing Analytics, Online Advertising, Performance Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Web Content, Customer Analysis, Data Collection, Advertising Campaigns

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Analytical Skills, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Marketing, Business Research, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Trend Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Analysis, Automation, Program Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage, Data Store, Descriptive Statistics, Problem Management, Data Visualization Software, File Management

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    Queen Mary University of London

    Skills you'll gain: Research Reports, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Validation

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    University of Minnesota

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Ideation, Qualitative Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, People Analytics

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Emergency Response, Sanitation, Health Promotion, Social and Human Services, Water Resources, Infectious Diseases, Health Administration, Mental Health, Data Collection

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Data Collection, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, Surveys, Supply And Demand, Probability

  • Status: Preview

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Community Outreach, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Accountability, Case Studies, Needs Assessment, Decision Making, Adaptability

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