Friday, January 20, 2012

What kind of documentation files do you provide?

SAMHDA data collections may contain the following documentation files:

  • Codebook: Information on the structure, contents, and layout of a data file. The codebook may also contain information on study design and methodology.

  • Data collection instrument: Original survey instrument or questionnaire.

  • User Guide: More detailed information about a particular collection, often provided by the principal investigator.

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