Effective Data Stewardship in Higher Education: Skills, Competences, and the Emerging Role of Open Data Stewards

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2410.20361v1
• Date: Sun, 27 Oct 2024 07:37:36 GMT
• Title: Effective Data Stewardship in Higher Education: Skills, Competences, and the Emerging Role of Open Data Stewards
• Authors: Panos Fitsilis, Vyron Damasiotis, Charalampos Dervenis, Vasileios Kyriatzis, Paraskevi Tsoutsa,
• Abstract summary: The significance of open data in higher education stems from the changing tendencies towards open science. The paper proposes a structured training framework and comprehensive curriculum for data stewardship.
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• License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
• Abstract: The significance of open data in higher education stems from the changing tendencies towards open science, and open research in higher education encourages new ways of making scientific inquiry more transparent, collaborative and accessible. This study focuses on the critical role of open data stewards in this transition, essential for managing and disseminating research data effectively in universities, while it also highlights the increasing demand for structured training and professional policies for data stewards in academic settings. Building upon this context, the paper investigates the essential skills and competences required for effective data stewardship in higher education institutions by elaborating on a critical literature review, coupled with practical engagement in open data stewardship at universities, provided insights into the roles and responsibilities of data stewards. In response to these identified needs, the paper proposes a structured training framework and comprehensive curriculum for data stewardship, a direct response to the gaps identified in the literature. It addresses five key competence categories for open data stewards, aligning them with current trends and essential skills and knowledge in the field. By advocating for a structured approach to data stewardship education, this work sets the foundation for improved data management in universities and serves as a critical step towards professionalizing the role of data stewards in higher education. The emphasis on the role of open data stewards is expected to advance data accessibility and sharing practices, fostering increased transparency, collaboration, and innovation in academic research. This approach contributes to the evolution of universities into open ecosystems, where there is free flow of data for global education and research advancement.

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