The Open Data Institute (ODI) released 'Recommendations for Open Data Portals: from setup to sustanaibility' (2017) as part of the European Data Portal project. This is the first of two reports which will look at the sustainability of Open Data portals. You may boost your knowledge about Open Data with eLearning ...

(Source: Western Digital)This open innovation challenge harnesses the power of big data and data science to catalyze action on climate change. Data scientists, researchers, and innovators from around the world are encouraged to apply and submit their proposals at DataForClimateAction.org by 10 April 2017.___________________________________________________________________________________________________Sustainable Development Goal on climate action (...

eLearning Africa 2017 - the 12th International Conference on ICT for Development, Education and Training -  is the key networking event for ICT enhanced education and training in Africa. Register now. Become involved in shaping the agenda by proposing a TOPIC, TALK or SESSION by 2 May, 2017 HERE.___________________________________________________________________________________________________eLearning Africa takes place ...

The RDF-modeled Linked Data for Professional Education (LD4PE) Competency Index is designed to help learners and instructors identify and prioritize their skills for developing proficiency in Linked Data.“Understanding Linked Data standards and practices has become a key requirement for information professionals … This urgent need to develop Linked Data ...

Monitoring open science  worldwide now is possible with a new website  launched as part of ongoing work for the European Commission. The monitor is going to provide policymakers and stakeholders with access to data and trends on open science.___________________________________________________________________________________________________“Open Science refers to ongoing changes in the way research is ...