Master reproducible data analysis techniques using R, knitr, and Markdown for transparent scientific research.
Master reproducible data analysis techniques using R, knitr, and Markdown for transparent scientific research.
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What you'll learn
Create reproducible research documents
Use knitr for literate programming
Publish with R Markdown
Organize data analyses effectively
Implement reproducibility best practices
Apply evidence-based analysis methods
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
4.1 Hours PreRecorded video
2 quizzes
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course teaches the fundamentals of reproducible research, focusing on creating transparent and verifiable data analyses. Students learn to use tools like knitr and R Markdown to publish reproducible documents, organize data analyses effectively, and implement reproducibility best practices. The curriculum includes case studies in scientific research and practical techniques for ensuring analytical transparency and replicability.
Concepts, Ideas, & Structure
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Markdown & knitr
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Reproducible Research Checklist & Evidence-based Data Analysis
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Case Studies & Commentaries
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructors
Expert in Biostatistics and Neuroinformatics
Brian Caffo, PhD, is a professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. He earned his PhD in Statistics from the University of Florida in 2001. Specializing in computational statistics and neuroinformatics, he co-created the SMART working group
Chief Data Officer and J Orin Edson Foundation Chair at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Dr. Jeff Leek serves as the Chief Data Officer, Vice President, and J Orin Edson Foundation Chair of Biostatistics in Public Health Sciences at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. Previously, he was a professor of Biostatistics and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and co-director of the Johns Hopkins Data Science Lab. He earned his PhD in Biostatistics from the University of Washington and is known for his significant contributions to genomic data analysis and statistical methods for personalized medicine. His research has advanced our understanding of molecular mechanisms related to brain development, stem cell self-renewal, and immune responses to trauma, with findings published in top scientific journals such as Nature and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Dr. Leek developed a highly acclaimed Data Analysis course for Biostatistics students at Johns Hopkins, which has consistently received teaching excellence awards. He is also recognized for his efforts in creating educational initiatives that leverage data science for public health and economic development, including massive open online courses that have engaged millions worldwide.
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