led by Dr Diarmuid McDonnell, University of the West of Scotland
Computational methods are transforming research practice across the disciplines. For social scientists these methods offer a number of valuable opportunities, including creating new datasets from digital sources; unearthing new insights and avenues for research from existing data sources; and improving the accuracy and efficiency of fundamental research activities.
In this one-day course you will learn how to apply computational methods for the processing and analysis of textual data. Using Python and R, you will develop skills in preparing textual data for computational analysis; and core methods of text data analysis (e.g., sentiment analysis, topic modelling).
Attendees should bring their own devices with the ability to access a Web browser (WiFi is available at the venue).