Excersise for data collection (Data Science course) General assignment: propose one data collection exercise and perform a survey of data formats, metadata and application support for data management suitable for the data you will collect in week 4 during class exercise. Note the overall modes of data collection: • Observation • Measurement • Generation Driven by • Questions • Research idea • Exploration Include all citations and sources of information you use especially for Q 2 and 3. 1. Data collection – propose one data collection option – 4% a. State the details of the mode of the collection and what the data collection need is being driven by. Suggested minimum response is 3-4 sentences. b. Describe a management plan for each of the data and metadata acquisition, and initial curation using the 9 headings under Management lecture slides from week 2. Minimum 1-2 sentences per category. 2. Survey of data storage/ formats – 3% a. Based on Q1, research and describe existing suitable data formats that could be used. If no suitable format is available, describe the data format needs and your choice including any structure choices for the data. Minimum 4-5 sentences. 3. Survey of metadata conventions, standards – 3% a. Based on Q1, research and describe existing metadata conventions/ standards that could be used. If none are suitable, describe the metadata needs. Minimum 3-4 sentences.

Try the (1) Compliance Probe (Rhode, p. 13); and (2) Behavior Observation Form (p. 16).

If you have access to children, observe a child to get authentic data. If you do not, then observe a pet.

Then, follow the directions and calculate percent compliance for the compliance probe…and percent on-task for your kid and a peer.

Write a paragraph reflecting on your experiences and analyzing the results.

Cite the literature to back up your points, reflections, and analyses.

References

Kaplan, S. J. (1995). Beyond behavior modification: A cognitive-behavioral approach to behavior management in the schools (3rd ed.). Austin, TX: Pro-ed.

Rhode, G., Jenson, W. R., & Reavis, H. K. (1996). The tough kid book: Practical classroom management strategies. Longmont, CO: Sopris West.