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Black And Hispanic Trends In Omaha And Nebraska Panel Discussion, David J. Drozd, Lissette Aliaga-Linares, Willie Barney
Black And Hispanic Trends In Omaha And Nebraska Panel Discussion, David J. Drozd, Lissette Aliaga-Linares, Willie Barney
CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact
The demographic face of Nebraska is changing, as the population becomes more diverse. See the trends regarding educational attainment, unemployment, income/poverty, homeownership and other key factors for the state's two largest minority population groups. Learn how Omaha and Nebraska have recovered since the recession and how statistics for our local areas compare to minority population groups in other places. See the best way to calculate a state or top 100 metro area ranking on a specific measure and how you can easily compile figures by race to show disparities and how they have changed over time.
Information For Grant Writers Or Data Users, Katie Springer
Information For Grant Writers Or Data Users, Katie Springer
CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact
Statistical information for proposals and projects is needed frequently. This session is a must for those interested in a broad spectrum of data and information, covering how to find, interpret, organize, and utilize demographic and socio-economic data to support grant applications and other important work. Various governmental sources of such data will be highlighted. This session has been very popular and in high demand in the past.
Library Resources In The Digital Age, Katie Springer, James T. Shaw, Lissette Aliaga-Linares
Library Resources In The Digital Age, Katie Springer, James T. Shaw, Lissette Aliaga-Linares
CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact
When you need some information, your local library is a good place to start. Today's libraries may still have books and printed reference materials, but that's far from all they have to offer. From subscriptions to statistical databases, to tutorials and support in finding and accessing information, today's libraries offer a wealth of information in electronic and downloadable formats. This session, led by three experts in the field, will cover a powerful new program called Social Explorer, which allows users to access and map current and historical Census data (think American FactFinder but with data extending back further in time). …
Plenary Session: Best Practices In Working With Data, Jerry Deichert
Plenary Session: Best Practices In Working With Data, Jerry Deichert
CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact
Data use has several aspects as you move a project from start to finish. Learning what data is available or the best to use, accessing it, compiling or organizing it, displaying it, presenting it, and sometimes answering questions about it are all parts of the process. This session will cover how to make the best decisions regarding the data, tips and tricks in data analysis, and common mistakes or pitfalls to avoid. Everyone will benefit from these key items discussed, learned from working on a variety of projects, to illustrate the do's and don't's of working with data.
Census Overview: Basics, Acs And Estimates, Jerry Deichert
Census Overview: Basics, Acs And Estimates, Jerry Deichert
CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact
Unfamiliar with Census data or first time attending the conference? No problem -- start your day with this session designed for beginners or as a refresher to bring you up to speed. We will cover census concepts such as race versus ethnicity, geographic types, when to use data from each amjor census program, data accuracy versus timeliness tradeoffs, various data products designed to meet specific needs, and how population estimates are valuable now that we're moving further away from the 2010 Census year. It is highly recommended that those with limited past exposure with Census data and its many terms …
Migration Data And Brain Train Trends And Impacts Panel Discussion, Jennifer Zarek, David J. Drozd, Jill Heese
Migration Data And Brain Train Trends And Impacts Panel Discussion, Jennifer Zarek, David J. Drozd, Jill Heese
CPAR Presents: A Data and Research Series for Community Impact
Nebraska has historically suffered from a net outmigration of residents. In more recent decades, while the state has been able to achieve net inmigration overall, it still has net losses domestically with other states, specifically among non-Hispanic Whites and those with higher education. This has led to a shortage of skilled workers in key fields, an issue cited repeatedly as a top concern for area businesses and policy makers. See the numbers and trends, learn the strengths and weaknesses of various data sources and ways to analyze this issue, and the impacts that outmigration has. Our panel of experts includes …