Launched in May 2023, the FAO AGRIS Data Provider Online Course has now been translated into Spanish to ensure inclusivity and broader participation from data providers globally, especially within the AGRIS increasing efforts to revive the participation of data providers from Latin America.

Who can participate in the course?

The online course is accessible to all data providers already part of the network or interested in becoming one. 

How to register

To enroll in the course, express your interest by sending an email to [email protected]. The course offers self-paced learning, allowing participants to access course units and lessons at their convenience. After completing the course, participants must pass an online exam to receive certification.

The course outline

The course consists of two units with a total of five lessons and covers fundamental steps, including resource selection, metadata creation, and submission. The units are essential and sequential for the successful completion of the course. Unit 1 provides an introduction to AGRIS, and Unit 2 covers contributing to AGRIS (selecting resources, metadata requirements, creating content, and exposing and submitting metadata).

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