This workshop will introduce you to the basics of text mining, as well as the use of text mining for exploring library databases. Attendees will learn how to access Proquest's Text Data Mining Studio to analyze a large set of articles from their databases., including user friendly tools for mapping and creating data visualizations of text patterns. In addition, attendees will be introduced to other databases offering text mining services, including HathiTrust, JSTOR, and Gale, as well as the best practices for working with restricted data when conducting text mining.

This workshop will be offered as an online session via Zoom. You must register for this workshop to receive the Zoom link via a confirmation email. On the day of the workshop, use the link to join the session.  

This workshop will be recorded. Register to attend the live session or to receive a copy of the recording. 

Contact Alex Wermer-Colan at alex.wermer-colan@temple.edu with any questions.  

Please be advised that the resource covered in this workshop requires TUaccessnet credentials to log in. Those who do not have a TUaccessnet ID are still welcome to join the session and learn about the platform. Contact the presenter with questions.