MICS Data Processing Workshop

1. MICS Data Processing Workshop CSPRO Dictionaries

2. Creating a Dictionary and Form • We’ll now create a dictionary and form to practice using CSPRO • We will use an exercise questionnaire • IMPORTANT: You’ll want to practice working with both dictionaries and forms • DO NOT spend too long on either!

3. Creating the Dictionary • Select file --> new • Select object type data dictionary file • Use file name: test • Use folder: c:\mics\cspro\test • Click next • Click yes when asked to create test directory • Click finish

4. Dictionary Steps • ID variables • rename ID variable to be household number • Rename ordinary variable record MOD_INFO • Add record MOD_LIST • Add variables to the record • Add value labels • Save and then close your dictionary

5. Creating the Form • Select file --> new • Select object type form file • File name test and folder c:\mics\cspro\test • Click next • Select test.dcf as your primary dictionary • Click next then finish • Click no when prompted to create forms automatically

6. Modifying the Forms • Drag your ID variables onto the first form • Drag your variables onto the form where they belong • Rearrange the variables to resemble your questionnaire • Add extra text if necessary (e.g., questionnaire’s title) • Save your changes and close your form file