1. Introduction to the NLTS2Training Modules

Jose BlackorbyRenee CametoCamille MarderChristopher SanfordKathryn ValdesJames Van CampenSRI International

Washington, DCJanuary 19–21, 2011

1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

Overview

Purpose of NLTS2 training modules Introduction to the modules Supporting materials List of NLTS2 training modules Closing Important information

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

Purpose of NLTS2 training modules

• To gain familiarity with the structure and content of the NLTS2 database

• To use the NLTS2 data to address a range of descriptive, longitudinal, and explanatory research questions

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

Purpose of NLTS2 training modules

• Secondary analysis of NLTS2 can promote knowledge in the field as Other investigators learn their way around the study

database More researchers gain experience with the analytic

methods appropriate to large-scale research Other investigators research questions beyond those

contracted for by OSEP and IES Multiple dissemination channels are used to reach multiple

audiences

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

Introduction to the modules

• A series of training modules will address different topics associated with using theNLTS2 database

• Modules will guide the user through Understanding the issues unique to the NLTS2 study Learning how to navigate the database and documentation Joining and manipulating NLTS2 data Examples of analyzing NLTS2 data (e.g., applying weights,

locating variables)

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Supporting materials

• For each module there are supporting materials to enhance the training.

• Include hyperlinked index to materials such as: Programming output and/or syntax Quiz Quiz answers Additional materials Presentation slides

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

List of NLTS2 training modules

• General information modules 2. NLTS2 Study Overview 3. NLTS2 Study Design and Sampling 4. NLTS2 Data Sources: Parent and Youth Surveys 5. NLTS2 Data Sources: School Surveys, Student

Assessments, and Transcripts

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

List of NLTS2 training modules

• Implications for analysis 6. Implications for Analysis: Data Content 7. Implications for Analysis: Parent/Youth Survey Data 8. Implications for Analysis: School Survey, Student

Assessment, and Transcript Data 9. Weighting and Weighted Standard Errors

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List of NLTS2 training modules

• Documentation and analysis demonstration 10. NLTS2 Documentation Overview 11. NLTS2 Documentation: Data Dictionaries 12. NLTS2 Documentation: Quick References 13. Analysis Demonstration: Descriptive/Comparative

Analysis Using Longitudinal Data

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

List of NLTS2 training modules

• Accessing data 14. Accessing Data Files in SPSS

Accessing Data Files in SAS 15. Accessing Data: Frequencies in SPSS

Accessing Data: Frequencies in SAS 16. Accessing Data: Means in SPSS

Accessing Data: Means in SAS

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

List of NLTS2 training modules

• Accessing data (cont’d) 17. Accessing Data: Manipulating Variables in SPSS

Accessing Data: Manipulating Variables in SAS 18. Complex Sample Procedures in SPSS

Proc Survey Procedures in SAS

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1. Introduction to the NLTS2 Training Modules

List of NLTS2 training modules

• Multivariate analysis 19. Multivariate Analysis Using NLTS2 Data 20. Linear Regression Model: Example

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Closing

• Topics discussed in this module Purpose of NLTS2 training modules Introduction to the modules Supporting materials List of NLTS2 training modules

• Next module: 2. NLTS2 Study Overview

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Important information

NLTS2 website contains reports, data tables, and other project-related information http://nlts2.org/

Information about obtaining the NLTS2 database and documentation can be found on the NCES website http://nces.ed.gov/statprog/rudman/

General information about restricted data licenses can be found on the NCES website http://nces.ed.gov/statprog/instruct.asp

E-mail address: nlts2@sri.com

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