Project Idea and Dataset Identification

Due date: February 3
Maximum length: 500 words (~1-2 pages)

Overview

Early on, I want you to identify and describe your final project. Your description should be short and can be either paragraphs or bullets.

Requirements

Your project idea should include the following:

  1. Abstract: An abstract of the proposed study including:

    • The topic
    • Research question
    • Theoretical motivation
    • Object(s) of study
    • Anticipated research contribution

  2. Dataset Identification: An identification of the dataset you will use and a description of the columns or type of data it will include. If you do not currently have access to these data, explain why not and when you will have access.

  3. Career Trajectory: A short (several sentences) description of how the project will fit into your career trajectory.

Submission

Submit your project idea via Brightspace.

Tips

  • I strongly urge you to work on a project that will further your academic career outside of the class.
  • Consider projects that could lead to publication, pilot analysis for grants or thesis proposals, or fulfill degree requirements.
  • You may work in teams of up to 3 people, but team projects are expected to be more ambitious.
  • If you need ideas for datasets, check out available open datasets.