This list gathers open-source learning resources (articles, policy reports, courses, and toolkits) to complement the AI tools repository.

Learning Resources

Resources

This repository is aligned with UNESCO’s Digital Transformation and AI Competency Framework. It aims to support civil servants and governments in developing AI and digital competencies, including Digital Planning and Design, Data Use and Governance, and Digital Management and Execution.

Resource
Data Privacy and Security Report
Description
The "Data Privacy and Security Report" by Wunderman Thompson provides insights into the current landscape of data privacy and security, exploring the challenges, consumer attitudes, and implications for businesses in the digital era.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Reading
Data Security and Protection Toolkit
Description
The NHS (National Health Service) in the United Kingdom provides this toolkit to assist health and care organizations in safeguarding sensitive data. It offers resources, assessments, and guidance for maintaining robust data security and protection measures, ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of patient information.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Toolkit
Data-Driven Policy Making
Description
This comprehensive course by Universiteit Leiden explores data-driven policymaking principles and practices, informing policy decisions.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Course
Data-Driven Policymaking: A Roadmap - Big Policy Canvas
Description
This toolkit provides a comprehensive roadmap for policymakers to adopt data-driven approaches in their decision-making processes.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Toolkit
Data-Driven Public Sector: The Path to Becoming Data-Driven
Description
This OECD publication explores the journey towards data-driven public sector transformation, offering guidance and case studies for policymakers.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Reading
Designing Out Problems
Description
A UTS Open online course on critical and creative thinking, problem definition, and ideation techniques.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Digital planning and design
Type
Course
Digital Economy: Key Indicators
Description
This publication by Statistics Canada provides key indicators and insights into the digital economy, covering areas such as digital adoption, connectivity, and the impact on industries and employment.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Reading
Digital Philosophy and Ethics
Description
Universita di Bologna offers this course which covers various topics related to digital philosophy and ethics. These include methodologies for philosophy and ethical evaluations, redefining reality in the digital era (digital ontology), exploring the onlife experience, personal identity construction, and technologies of hope. It also addresses ethical challenges associated with AI and artificial agents, the complexity and paradox of cooperation, digital sovereignty and citizenship.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Course
Digital Privacy Playbook
Description
The Government of Canada presents this playbook as a comprehensive guide to digital privacy. It offers practical advice, tools, and best practices for government departments and agencies to enhance their digital privacy practices and protect the personal information of Canadians.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Toolkit
Digital Privacy: A Primer for Government
Description
This resource offers a comprehensive introduction to digital privacy specifically tailored for government entities. It covers key concepts, challenges, and considerations related to digital privacy, providing a foundation for governments to approach privacy protection effectively.
Audience
Public sector
Competency
Data use and governance
Type
Reading
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