Research Guides: Data Collection &amp; Services: Research Data Management (RDM) and Data Information Literacy

Definitions

People often use the phrases data literacy and data information literacy interchangeably, but what do the two terms mean?

Data Literacy
The ability to identify, collect, evaluate, analyze, interpret, critique, present, and protect data.
Data Information Literacy
Aa set of skills needed to manage research data effectively.

Best Practices of Data Management
DataONE
Data Curation Profiles Toolkit
Jake Carlson, Purdue University
Data Thesaurus (NNLM)
From the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NNLM), a resource connecting and defining concepts, services, and tools relevant to those working in data-driven discovery. A definition, relevant literature, and web resources accompany each term along with links to related terms.
Guidelines for Responsible Data Management in Scientific Research
Clinical Tools, Inc., funded by the Office of Research Integrity, US Department of Health and Human Services
MANTRA Research Data Management Training
Free online course, University of Edinburgh
Research Data Management Librarian Academy (RDMLA)
A free online professional development program for librarians, information professionals, and other professionals who work in a research-intensive environment throughout the world.
Research Data Management Lifecycle Checklist
Harvard University, 2021