The PG Department of Social Work, GEMS Arts and Science College, organized a one-day workshop on SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) for social science research on 12 March 2026 at the Digital Library. The workshop was designed to equip second year MSW students with essential skills in statistical analysis and data management, which are crucial for academic research. The session was led by Mr. Lineesh T., Associate Professor, Department of Applied Science and Humanities, KMCT College of Engineering, Mukkam. The workshop was conducted from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with active participation from second-year MSW students.
The workshop was highly interactive and practice-oriented. It began with an introduction to the fundamentals of data handling and the importance of statistical analysis in social science research. Students were first familiarized with the basics of Microsoft Excel, focusing on data organization, cleaning, and preparation for analysis. The session then progressed to SPSS, where participants were introduced to the interface and key functions of the software. Students learned how to create data files, define variables, and enter data systematically. Special emphasis was given to data coding, enabling students to transform raw data into analysable formats. A major highlight of the workshop was the hands-on training. Students worked directly with the data they had collected for their fourth semester PG dissertation. Under expert guidance, they practiced running basic statistical tests and interpreting the output generated by SPSS. This practical exposure helped bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world research application. The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Anjana K., a second-year MSW student, who expressed gratitude to the resource person, faculty members, and participants for contributing to the success of the workshop.