Learn at the Library: Keep Your Options Open – Finding, Using and Sharing Open Data

Learn how to harness the power of open data for class assignments, thesis projects, and resume-building skills. This session will break down what open data actually is, highlight the best topic-specific data sources across disciplines, and explore sources for geospatial (GIS) data. You’ll also learn how to share your own datasets so your work gets recognized and cited. Finally, you'll put your new skills to work in a quick, guided hands-on exercise. No prior data experience required! Workshop Instructors: Amy Work, Stephanie Labou and Reid Otsuji Due to the Library-licensed resources discusse…