Data DNA: The Next Generation of Statistical Metadata

Describes the components of a complete statistical metadata system and suggests ways to create and structure metadata for better access and understanding of data sets by diverse users

201 - The American Community Survey: Tracking How We Change with Multi-Year Estimates

Cynthia M Taeuber, CMTauber & Associates. Alexa Kennedy-Puthoff, Population Division, US Census Bureau.An overview of the American Community Survey with particular emphasis on the multi-year period estimates the Census Bureau will produce. These multi-year estimates make data available for smaller geographic areas, as well as improve the statistical reliability of estimates for larger geographic areas. Most surveys produce point estimates for a particular date. Interpreting multi-year estimates requires an understanding of how they are prepared

65+ in the United States /

"Issued April 1996."Updated and rev. ed. of: Sixty-five plus in America / by Cynthia Taeuber. [1992].Includes bibliographical references.Numerical growth -- Longevity and health characteristics -- Economic characteristics -- Geographic distribution -- Social and other characteristics -- The elderly of today and tomorrow -- Detailed tables.Mode of access: Internet