eLearnAfrica
Openness in Science and Innovation
University of Potsdam
  • Start Date: 09 Jan, 2023
  • 8 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Discover the advantages of openness and gain skills to make research and innovation accessible, transparent, and collaborative.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
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Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.

Delve into the open science framework with the University of Potsdam


In the changing role of research, openness can be hugely beneficial for transparency and accessibility. However, it can also present many issues for a researcher to navigate.


On this eight-week course, you’ll discover both the benefits and challenges of openness in science and innovation. With this knowledge, you’ll learn the practical tools to help overcome barriers you may face.


You’ll explore aspects and drivers of open science to understand how innovation practices for researchers, universities, businesses, and society can help solve complex social challenges.


Unpack the benefits of open innovation


Having gained a solid introduction to open science, you’ll explore the open science policy of the European Union and the goals within this.


Next, you’ll delve into open innovation and the concepts of openness to discover the benefits of this knowledge-sharing approach.


Develop your understanding of data management


To help develop your skills as a researcher, you’ll explore best practices for data management and the importance of open data.


You’ll also learn research principles to understand how you can become an open researcher.


Explore the role of science communication


Finally, you’ll discover the collaboration between science and society. You’ll unpack the theory and practice of science communication to help you gain practical skills in raising awareness of science-related topics.


Guided by international experts, you’ll create a communication and impact strategy for research to ensure you finish the course with the knowledge and resources to create openness in science and innovation.


This course is designed for anyone interested in open science and open innovation practices.


It will be of interest to students and researchers who want to gain theoretical insights as well as practical skills in open science.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

University of Potsdam

This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.

This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.

You may be able to download course materials after enrolling in this course. If not, all of the necessary course materials provided by the course instructor will be available on the provider's course page.
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Effective Date: September 22, 2016