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0304 - We've Got the Numbers! Finding Census Data, Constructing Tables, and Creating Maps
Fri, August 9, 1:00 to 4:30pm, New York Hilton, Floor: Concourse, Concourse CSession Submission Type: Course
Description
This course shows how to get Census (ACS) data, construct tables, and create maps. The workshop is divided into 3 parts: (1) A description of the differences between the 10-year Census and American Community Survey, and how those surveys are conducted, along with a look at some of the questions. (2). We dive into the American Factfinder portal and show how to find statistics, and how to create tables, and download the information. We urge attendees to follow along on their devices. (3) An explanation of cartographic technique for statistics is presented, and then the mapping tool in American Factfinder will be presented, and attendees will be given a topic to map themselves.
Data items available through the Census Bureau that pertain to social justice issues include : lack of health insurance; no reliable plumbing; no internet accessibility; areas with high SNAP, etc.