Teaching Data Management Concepts to Research Administrators

This chapter focuses on the creation and evolution of research data management education and training for research administrators at Florida State University (FSU). Beginning with an overview of the history of research data services at FSU Libraries, this chapter describes initial efforts as well as early challenges and opportunities. This includes not only engagement efforts and the development of the initial curriculum but also assessment of the training sessions and changes to the curriculum that were made based on assessment results. The chapter concludes with recommendations for libraries providing data management services that may be interested in growing their learner base beyond faculty and graduate students.