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Acquiring Records: Dealing with Data
Acquiring Records: Dealing with Data
Discover the practical strategies for acquiring public records in electronic forms and getting over roadblocks. This video will also help you understand special issues such as interpreting data lingo, creating an effective data request letter and what computer assisted reporting resources and tools can help transfer data.
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Instructor: David Cuillier, SPJ Freedom of Information Committee Chair
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