Mastering SomaliREN Services: Empowering Institutions for Research and Education Success

Contribution List

1. Overview of SomaliREN and its mission

Ahmed Siyad (CEO, SomaliREN)

29/01/2024, 09:00

Opening Remarks

2. Explanation of the importance of the identified services for research and education institutions

29/01/2024, 09:10

Opening Remarks

3. Introduction to the training agenda and objectives

Mr Mohamed Bile (CTO, SomaliREN)

29/01/2024, 09:20

Opening Remarks

17. Trust and Identity

Mr Mohamed Bile (CTO, SomaliREN)

29/01/2024, 09:30

Session 1

Understanding the role and significance of SIF in the e-research infrastructure
What is eduGAIN
Exploring the mechanisms for safe and secure information exchange
Managing identities and access control within the federation
Leveraging SIF for seamless collaboration and resource sharing
Creating user accounts for participants on SIF

5. Digital Repository - an overview

29/01/2024, 10:10

Session 2

Digital repositories would store critical data gathered by different researchers who are doing different research work over time, enriching archives already maintained by universities but, even more importantly, boosting the visibility of academics and their institutions

4. Understanding the purpose and features of SORER

29/01/2024, 10:20

Session 2

SORER (Somali Research and Education Repository) is a digital repository that serves as a centralized platform for storing and sharing research and educational resources. Its key features include:

1. Resource Storage: SORER allows researchers and educators to deposit and store various types of scholarly outputs, including research papers, datasets, theses, and educational materials.
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6. Hands-on training on using SORER for digital content management

29/01/2024, 10:30

Session 2

Content:

 - How to access the SORER?
 - How to create an ORCID ID and link your work?
 - How to upload content on the SORER?
 - How to browse/create existing/new communities?
 - How to get support?

9. Hands on training on SomaliREN Event Management System

29/01/2024, 11:10

Session 3

Introduction to the Event Management System based on Indico
Creating and managing events of various scales (workshops, conferences, lectures)
Registration management, abstract submission, and scheduling
Customizing event pages and managing participant interactions

10. Q&A

29/01/2024, 12:10

Session 3

11. Hands on training on eduVPN

30/01/2024, 09:00

Session 4

Overview of VPN technology and its relevance to the research and education community
Configuring and accessing VPN connections

12. Hands on session on SomaliREN Big Filesender

30/01/2024, 09:40

Session 5

Understanding the importance of secure file transfer in research and education
Exploring the features and functionality of Filesender
Uploading and sharing files securely within the SomaliREN community
Managing permissions and access control for shared files

13. Hands on SomaliREN Survey Tool

30/01/2024, 10:30

Session 6

Introduction to SomaliREN Survey and its capabilities as an online survey tool
Creating and customizing surveys for research and educational purposes
Deploying surveys, collecting and analyzing data
Ensuring anonymity and data privacy in survey administration

15. Accessing SomaliREN MIT OCW Mirror

30/01/2024, 11:30

Session 7

Introduction to the OCW Mirror hosted on SomaliREN
Navigating and utilizing the MIT OpenCourseWare resources
Incorporating OCW materials into teaching and learning activities
Maximizing the benefits of the OCW Mirror for the SomaliREN community

16. Reflection and Conclusion

Ahmed Siyad (SomaliREN)

30/01/2024, 11:40

Session 7

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