Data Science Toolbox: Tools for Effective Research and Data Analysis

March 12, 2024

Speaker: Wisam Bukaita

The fundamental connection between data science and research is evident in that data plays with the research process. As researchers and students, our first step towards conducting impactful research is obtaining and utilizing data to support our hypotheses. Without data, research is merely based on ideas and thoughts, lacking real-world insights. In this sense, data forms the foundation of any meaningful research. However, simply having data is not enough; it needs to be managed, organized, and analyzed to derive meaningful conclusions. This is where the toolbox of data science comes into play. These powerful tools and techniques allow us to efficiently manage and manipulate data, enabling us to draw relevant insights and draw strong conclusions. The data science toolbox encompasses a range of essential components, from data extraction and organization to predictive modeling and visualization, all of which are vital for successful research. Whether conducting a literature review, hypothesis testing, or building predictive models, the data science toolbox is a valuable resource for researchers and students alike.

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Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.