The document outlines the basics of data entry in research, emphasizing the role of statistics and the necessity for researchers to independently manage data. It details the types of data, sources for data collection, and various data entry methods such as manual and automated techniques. Additionally, it introduces the use of Microsoft Excel for data organization and analysis, highlighting its features and functionalities.

1. “BASICS OF DATA ENTRY IN RESEARCH”
Dr.Simran Zore (II MDS)
Dr.Parimala R (III MDS)
Department of Public Health Dentistry
KLES Institute of Dental Sciences,Bengaluru

2. INTRODUCTION
• Statistics is a fundamental tool in research that enables the researcher
to make use of complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Researchers can independently structure and process the data for basic
statistics without necessarily relying on a statistician.
• Data entry is one of the fundamental step that can be performed by
the researcher themselves.

3. ● The steps in statistical work -
Data Analysis and
Interpretation

4. DATA
● COLLECTION OF RAW FACTS
●
Data Collection - process of gathering information
from different sources.
SOURCES OF DATA
Primary Data –
• Information collected directly from
source.
• Data collected for very 1st
time.
Secondary Data –
• Data collected by someone else and
are used by another researcher.
• Data collected in the past.

5. TYPES OF DATA
1. NN
Qualitative Quantitative
Nominal Ordinal Discrete
Contin
uous
Grouped
Ungrouped

6. Data entry involves inputting, updating, and managing data within
various systems or databases.
Data Entry
Entering
Information
Updating
Records
Data
Verification
Organizing
Data
Generating
Reports

7. Data Input Methods
● Data entry methods can vary based on the type of data, the tools
available, and the specific requirements of the task.
Manual Auto
mated Voice
Data
Capture
forms
Optical
Character
Recognition
(OCR)
Barcodes
And
OR codes

8. Tools Used For Data Entry
● There are several tools commonly used for data entry, each with its
own features and benefits.

9. NEED FOR SPREADSHEET
● Spreadsheets provide a grid-based structure.
● Ensures that data is input consistently and accurately.
● As data is entered, automatically update calculations and summaries in
real time.
● Provide tools for identifying and correcting errors.
● Can integrate with other software and databases, facilitating the import
and export of data.

10. Introduction To Microsoft Excel
● MS-EXCEL is a part of Microsoft Office suite software.
● It is an electronic spreadsheet with numerous rows and columns.
● Used for organizing data, graphically representing data(s), and
performing different calculations.

11. Features Of Microsoft Excel
● Spreadsheets and Data Organization
● Formulas and Functions
● Data Visualization
● Conditional Formatting
● Data Sorting and Filtering
● Data Import and Export

12. Anatomy of a Spreadsheet

13. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• Principal: Dr.Srivatsa G
• Vice principal: Dr.Praveen B.N
• IDM Coordinator: Dr. Prashanth B.R
• Department of Public Health Dentistry: Dr.B K Srivastava,
Dr. Shruthi Eshwar, Dr.Aarya Bharadwaj, Dr. Nikhil Suresh
• Heads and staff of other specialties
• Techical support: Mr. Anjanappa,Mr.Hedge and Team