Data Analysis Tools

R: A statistical programming language used for data cleaning, visualization, and other purposes related to statistical computing and data analysis.

• Courses: R Programming
• Tutorials: W3Schools R Tutorial

Python: A programming language that is commonly used for creating data visualizations, data analysis, and performing statistical calculations.

• Courses: Practical Python: Learn Python Basics Step by Step, Introduction to Python

SQL (Structured Query Language): A programming language used for storing, processing, and retrieving data in relational databases.

• Courses: Learning SQL, SQL for Data Analysis
• Tutorials: W3Schools SQL Tutorial

REDCap: A secure application for data collection and survey management.

• Resources: RedCap Training Videos
• Support: MU REDCap Office Hours Schedule

Excel: Spreadsheet software that can organize, analyze, and visualize data.

• Courses: DoIT’s Intro to Excel, Excel Video Training

SPSS: Software that can run statistical tests and generate visualizations like tables, graphs, and charts.

• Resources: How to Use SPSS, SPSS Statistics for Data Analysis and Visualization
• Tutorials: Kent State University Library’s SPSS Tutorials
• Free Alternatives: JASP or PSPP
• Access: SPSS is available on the computers in the Health Sciences Library.

Software Anywhere enables MU students, staff, and faculty to access software such as SPSS, R, Power BI, Tableau, SQL Server, SAS, and other software programs on any computer using MU login credentials.

Importing Files into Software Anywhere Programs

You must connect to your MU OneDrive to import files into the applications available through Software Anywhere. Here are the directions to do so:

1. Open an application in Software Anywhere.
2. Go to My Files at the top of the screen.
3. Click Add Storage.
4. Select Sign in with OneDrive and sign in. (Please be aware that it may take some time for your OneDrive files to load).
5. Once your OneDrive has loaded, go to where you typically import files within the application.
6. Locate OneDrive from the folder options and select the file you wish to import.