Using Administrative Data. Introduction.

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Title: Using Administrative Data. Introduction.
Language: English
Authors: DiLeonardi, Joan W., Yuan, Ying-Ying T.
Source: Child Welfare. Sep-Oct 2000 79(5):437-443.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 7
Publication Date: 2000
Document Type: Journal Articles
Opinion Papers
Descriptors: Case Records, Child Welfare, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Records Management, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Social Science Research, Welfare Recipients
ISSN: 0009-4021
Abstract: Discusses the value of administrative data to child welfare researchers. Considers issues in using client records--confidentiality, selection of data, historical data, sampling reliability, replication of findings, and access to data--that can be resolved in standardized ways. Notes other problematic issues, such as greater distance from subject, missing data, limits on data, and special training required for analysis. (JPB)
Notes: Special Issue on: "Using Administrative Data in Child Welfare."
Journal Code: CIJAPR2002
Entry Date: 2002
Accession Number: EJ635697
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Discusses the value of administrative data to child welfare researchers. Considers issues in using client records--confidentiality, selection of data, historical data, sampling reliability, replication of findings, and access to data--that can be resolved in standardized ways. Notes other problematic issues, such as greater distance from subject, missing data, limits on data, and special training required for analysis. (JPB)
ISSN:0009-4021