1. https://international. ipums
Press <F5> key to start presentation
User registration, conditions of use license
Browse variables (integrated metadata) and construct an extract to download
IPUMS web-sites are “event-driven”. Click a selection to explore in any order.
Download or revise a data extract.
View sample descriptions (integrated metadata)
Bibliography: add yours; view others
Link to Official Statistical Agency home pages
Teachers: help students get data

2. How to use the IPUMS-International web-site to obtain census documentation and microdata
First, click here to explore the IPUMS-International website
Then, click a highlighted word below for a tutorial:
Register: to access microdata (12 slides)
Explore metadata: samples, variables, and sources
Analyze Data Online: “IPUMS-Lite” – exploratory analysis
Get data: use extract system to create custom-tailored data
Download data (and codebooks)
Study people born in Puerto Rico but residing abroad
Study small areas using IPUMS-I extract system
Teaching with IPUMS (4 slides)

3. Bob’s Ten Tips: A. Use data responsibly: 1. Protect confidentiality.
2. Secure data from outsiders.
3. Share data only with registered users.
B. Analyze data carefully:
4. Study documentation thoroughly
5. Apply weights where appropriate.
6. Use proper methods.
7. Report results accurately
C. Support NSOs and IPUMS-International
8. Register citations in IPUMSI bibliography
9. Cite NSOs and IPUMSI in publications
10. Report errors to