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Psychology: Research Data

Highlights of the Fordham library resources on psychology.

Working with Research Data

Tips for Working with Data:

  • Understand how and why the data was collected, maintained, and shared.
  • Review the terms of use to ensure that you are using the data within the guidelines stipulated by the data creator/collector and the hosting organization.
  • Consider the format of the data and how it can be downloaded; determine if you will need to reformat, clean up, or add headings to the data.
  • Collect citation information--data sets must be cited. Data repositories will often have citing guidelines, but a reference librarian can also assist with citation and style. 
  • Consider best practices for data sharing including FAIR data principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).

Recommended Reading:

Martone, M. E., Garcia-Castro, A., & VandenBos, G. R. (2018). Data sharing in psychology. The American psychologist73(2), 111–125. https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0000242

Alter, G., & Gonzalez, R. (2018). Responsible practices for data sharing. The American psychologist73(2), 146–156. https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0000258

Resources to Help Find Data

Data Resources by Subscription

Open Data from U.S. Government Agencies

This box provides quick links to selected government agencies that publish data; it is not a definitive list.

Open Data Archives

Selected Journals & Data

Surveys & Databases

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