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ORION MOOC for Open Science in the Life Sciences 2.0

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ORION MOOC for Open Science in the Life Sciences 2.0

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  • 12 hours study
  • Level 1: Introductory
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    • Welcome to the ORION MOOC 2.0 for Open Science in the Life Sciences!

      What is this course about? ORION Logo

      This course is an introduction to Open Science principles in biomedicine, life sciences and other related research fields. It is intended to help scientists to share their research with the world more effectively. 

      Who is this course for?

      This course is for researchers in biomedicine, life sciences and related research fields interested in Open Science practices.

      What can you learn?

      In the following 6 modules you will get an introduction to a variety of useful tools and research practices, as well as Open Science principles and workflows along the research cycle in biomedicine and life sciences. 

      Please note this course is now a standalone self-paced course that will not be moderated. In order to gain a completion certificate all the modules and activities must be completed. 

      Find out more in the Overview section under Course Content...

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      By studying the course you will have the opportunity to gain digital badges – you need to click on the ‘Enrol’ button to be able to do the quizzes and earn the badge.

    • Course learning outcomes

      After finishing this MOOC you will...

      • understand the concept and principles of open science
      • know about platforms and technologies for open research practices
      • be able to integrate open science practices into your research workflow
      • be familiar with open science data management practices
      • know about ethical, legal and technical aspects of sharing research data in biomedicine
      • be able to apply FAIR principles to your research data
    • Course dates:

      First Published 16/01/2020.

      Updated 23/06/2023

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    • Matias Policani Barrios

      Matias Policani Barrios1 June 2020 3:47

      Excellent course. I've learned a great deal about tools I never heard about and that I'm looking forward to putting them into practice.

    • Mireia Tomas

      Mireia Tomas1 April 2020 3:43

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    About this course

    • 12 hours study
    • Level 1: Introductory
    • Gain a digital badge

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    5 out of 5 stars

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    You can start learning at any time. By signing up and enrolling you can track your progress and earn a Statement of Participation upon completion, all for free.

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