Online Courses
Are you looking to leverage data and digital technology to create a positive impact in your community? Open North offers a range of online courses that can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the world of data governance, digital strategy, and more. Our courses cover a wide range of topics, from the basics of data governance and management to advanced subjects like implementing privacy policies and social procurement solutions.
Join our community of learners today and start driving positive change in your community with the support of Open North’s online courses. Whether you are a municipal staff member or simply interested in learning more about open-source policies, artificial intelligence, or civic tech, our courses are tailored to meet your unique needs. With options available for both beginners and advanced learners, you can select the level of instruction that best suits you.
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Why take Open North’s online courses?
Fundamentals of Resident Engagement in Open Smart Cities
Public engagement, when done right, builds trust between community residents and their governments. This course provides a basic introduction to designing effective consultations for residents concerned with smart city technologies and approaches, from preparation to feedback and follow-up.
Digital Literacy for Residents
Digital literacy is an essential component of meaningful citizen engagement with public policies and projects involving technology. This basic course introduces you to key terms and definitions, how digital literacy enhances inclusion and consent and offers practical ways you can support residents in developing these competencies.
Civic Tech for Open Smart Cities
The Open Smart City approach sees civic tech as a way to enhance public engagement and digital services. This basic course explores the concept of civic tech, its benefits in crafting inclusive, responsive and innovative citizen-centred projects, and the actions needed to support its development.
Inclusive and Accessible Digital Tools
This course is an introduction to key issues related to inequality in the digital realm. You will learn about best practices for identifying and minimizing the risks of digital exclusion during all stages of a digital transformation project.