Data Race! In Class Activity - GEOG 1110 - Introduction to Human Geography (Brownstein)

Data Race!

In groups of 2-3, use library tools or online searching to locate these data points and give me the information on them. First group to finish the race will win a prize!

Data Race Worksheet

Finding International Data Sets

Here are a number of places where you may possibly find data sets that can be used in your projects:

Statista This link opens in a new window
Statista provides quick and reliable access to over 1 million statistics on 80,000 topics from 18,000 sources.
Europa World Plus This link opens in a new window
Recent historical, political and economic information on over 250 countries, plus in-depth coverage of regional developments.
Statistics Canada This link opens in a new window
Canadian statistical data covering a wide range of social and economic issues. Also includes Canada Census.
Access: Free Web Resource

UNData
UNdata brings international statistical databases within easy reach of users through a single-entry point. Users can search and download a variety of statistical resources compiled by the United Nations (UN) statistical system and other international agencies.
UN Statistical Yearbook
The Statistical Yearbook provides in a single volume a comprehensive compilation of internationally available statistics on social and economic conditions and activities, at world, regional and national levels, for an appropriate historical period.
International Database (IDB)
The IDB helps the U.S. government and the public answer fundamental questions about the people and places of our world. These data inform program planning, policymaking, educational, and research data users.
Eurostat
Eurostat is the statistical office of the European Union.
World Bank Open Data
Free and open access to global development data.
World Health Organization - Data and Statistics
International in scope. Global and country-level statitics on a range of diseases and health topics.