Q. Is there support for learning about research data best practices?

Yes. A variety of Yale units provide workshops and training that can help you get started. Visit http://researchdata.yale.edu/training-calendar to see what's available. 

If you would like to request a workshop, please email researchdata@yale.edu or visit the contact form at researchdata.yale.edu to make a request. 

On-demand trainings are also available online, but not through Yale: http://researchdata.yale.edu/faq#rdm-best-practices