The course introduces librarians to key Open Science practices relevant to coastal and island research, combining concise theory, practical guidance, self-paced tasks and sample datasets to support transparent and responsible research.
- Date:
- 18/09/2026 – 15/12/2026
- Time:
- 13:00 – 23:59CEST
- Categories:
- Specialized Training
- Language:
- English
- Organiser:
- University of the Azores
- Registration:
- 01/09/2026 – 18/09/2026
The “Intensive Online Open Science Trainings” course introduces librarians to the essential elements of Open Science relevant to coastal and island research. Delivered fully online via Moodle, it combines concise theoretical content, practical guidance, and self‑paced assignments. Participants work with sample datasets, complete short module tasks, and explore good practices for transparent and responsible research.
The course develops competencies required by librarians supporting research environments: advising on DMPs, applying FAIR principles, working with repositories, metadata and PIDs, supporting open licensing, and collaborating with research teams. The technical component covers the data lifecycle, data formats, metadata standards, and procedures for validation, archiving and backup, as well as basic skills in data analysis tools.
Dedicated modules highlights the specific responsibilities of librarians including: supporting institutional OS strategies, developing training materials, advising researchers, and managing open‑access infrastructures.
Programme
The course consists of several modules delivered primarily through self-paced learning, based on materials prepared by the trainers and available online. The total workload is 75 hours, including 35 contact hours.The course will begin with an online Opening Session, during which participants will be introduced to the course structure and requirements, meet the experts delivering the training, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
The Opening Session will take place online on 18 September at 13:00 CEST (Warsaw time).
Modules:
- FAIR principles and data management for librarians – Introduction to FAIR principles, data lifecycle, and best practices in data management. (Blended: theory + practical exercises)
- Open software – Overview of open software in research, installation, and application of tools. (Blended: theory + practical exercises)
- Research reproducibility – How to ensure research reproducibility, documenting and sharing research processes. (Blended)
- Open access for libraries – Introduction to open access publishing and open scientific journals. (Blended)
- Open licensing and copyright in libraries – Overview of open licenses (CC, GPL) and copyright in the context of data and publications. (Blended)
- Collaborative platforms – Learning to use online collaborative platforms, managing projects and research teams. (Blended)
- Open peer review – Introduction to open peer reviews, exercises in evaluating and providing feedback. (Blended)
- Responsible scientific evaluation – Scientific ethics, responsible evaluation of research quality, avoiding misconduct and bias. (Theoretical)
- Institutional policies – Institutional policies supporting open science, compliance, and organizational standards. (Theoretical)
- Citizen science – Collaboration with citizens in research, participatory projects, and community engagement. (Blended)
- Open educational resources – Creating and sharing open educational resources. (Practical)
- Promotion and communication of Open Science – Communication strategies, popularizing open science, and engaging audiences. (Blended)
To verify the expected learning outcomes, participants will complete a pre-test at the beginning of the course and a post-test upon its completion.
Details / More
- Categories:
- Specialized Training
- Language:
- English
- Organiser:
- University of the Azores
- Registration:
- 01/09/2026 – 18/09/2026
Event Organisers
West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin
- Mikołaj JóźwikMikolaj.Jozwik@zut.edu.pl
- Agnieszka KobylakAgnieszka.Kobylak@zut.edu.pl
- Anna NarlochAnna.Narloch@zut.edu.pl
- Joanna NiemcewiczJoanna.Niemcewicz@zut.edu.pl
- Marta Piątek-HnatMarta.Piatek@zut.edu.pl
