week 5 data discussion

 In order to analyze the data to answer your evaluation questions, you will need to collect the data and store the data in a database. This week you will be creating a database in SPSS to store the data from the measures that were selected in week 4. Discuss the following issues that need to be considered when setting up the database for data entry:

1. What are the scales of measurement of the items on the measures?
2. Are there any reverse-scored items that need to be rescored before data can be analyzed? 
3. Are there any subscales or total scores that need to be calculated?
4. How can the variables in the database be labeled to best identify the correct items and avoid future errors?
5. How can errors in data entry be avoided or caught to ensure valid results?
6. Please read and follow directions on transcript