Data Science for Migration and Mobility

Data Science for Migration and Mobility provides computational tools and techniques for studying migration from qualitative and quantitative perspectives, addressing the needs of migration scholars and data scientists. It explores conceptual frameworks, data collection, processing, case studies, strengths and limitations, and ethical, legal, and privacy issues.

Format: Hardback
Length: 474 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press

Migration is a complex phenomenon that involves multiple dimensions and requires a comprehensive understanding of various factors. With the rapid advancement of data storage and processing technologies, new data sources such as social media, mobile call data records, and satellite imaging have become available, offering valuable insights into migration patterns and trends. Data Science for Migration and Mobility addresses the needs of both migration scholars who seek to analyze these new data sources but lack the necessary computational tools and data scientists who possess practical knowledge in handling these data sources but may not be familiar with the specific research questions in migration studies. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the main conceptual frameworks, techniques of data collection and processing, case studies, and discussions of the strengths and limitations of each data source. Additionally, it critically examines the ethical, legal, and privacy-related issues associated with each data source, highlighting the importance of responsible data management and ethical considerations in migration research.

Weight: 934g
Dimension: 240 x 164 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780197267103