Introduction to Open Data
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  • Exercises
    • Exercise 1: OA Deep Dive
    • Exercise 2: Up do date with Linked Data
    • Exercise 3: Movements and Principles
    • Exercise 4: The Reuser’s Perspective (OGD)
    • Exercise 5: Reading Assignment
    • Exercise 6: Open Refine
    • Exercise 7: IIIF & ML
  • Course Sections
    • Characteristics of Open Data
    • Associated Movements
    • Associated Principles
    • Open Data Platforms and Organisations
    • Assessment, Data Quality, and Best Practices
    • Techniques, Software, and Tools
    • Showcases
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7C2-CT-4A Introduction to Open Data

HEG-GE Bachelor Information Science | Spring Semester 2025-2026

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Julien A. Raemy

docuteam SA

University of Bern

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December 12, 2025

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January 30, 2026

Introduction to Open Data

The course is designed for undergraduate students in Information Science at the HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Western Switzerland, Haute école de gestion de Genève (HEG-GE). It provides a comprehensive introduction to Open Data, covering key aspects such as:

  • Characteristics of Open Data
  • Associated Movements
  • Associated Principles
  • Open Data Platforms and Organisations
  • Assessment, Data Quality, and Best Practices
  • Techniques, Software, and Tools
  • Showcases

Why Open Data matters… TL;DR

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