7 min. read. Open knowledge can be described as information that is accessible, reusable, and shareable without constraints. It possesses legal and technological attributes that allow it to be accessed by anyone, anywhere, and at any time. The internet, in particular, has played a crucial role in strengthening and expanding this concept. Its ability to facilitate swift and … [Read more...] about Open Knowledge: Definition, Tools and Resources
Open Knowledge
Open Knowledge is the omnipresent topic on Abierto al Público, and although all the articles on the blog relate to it, we created this tag for those entries that have the term “Open Knowledge” in their title, as we believe that they might enhance the understanding that our audience has on this matter.
This tag also includes the articles that describe the five thematic pillars around which we generate content for the blog:
- Open Learning
- Open Source
- Open Data
- Knowledge Management
- Open Systems
An Open Knowledge Maturity Model: 5 Essential Facets to Guide You to the Next Level
6 min. read. This article presents a proposal for an Open Knowledge Maturity Model to help navigate the criteria, challenges and decisions needed to effectively leverage an organization’s external knowledge sources and share internal knowledge at scale. In general, a maturity model can be very helpful in guiding the actions or an organization, government, or company towards … [Read more...] about An Open Knowledge Maturity Model: 5 Essential Facets to Guide You to the Next Level
Open Systems: Definition, Characteristics and Resources
Broadly speaking, an open system is one that constantly interacts with its surroundings, fostering an ongoing exchange of matter, energy, and/or information. It's important to note that the interpretation of the "open system" concept varies depending on the disciplinary perspective. Its nature differs when viewed through the lens of physics, biology, or informatics. However, … [Read more...] about Open Systems: Definition, Characteristics and Resources
Open Headlines: January 2019
Just a few weeks into 2019 and already the headlines are pointing to new developments which will impact open knowledge and open source going forward. Here are the stories which stand out to us so far this new year, along with some reflections about what we can take away from them for the 2019 outlook on open knowledge in Latin America and the Caribbean: 1) Public domain got … [Read more...] about Open Headlines: January 2019
Open-Source technology: concepts and applications
The term "open source" refers to software whose source code has been made freely available to everyone and is accompanied by licenses that facilitate its reuse or adaptation to different contexts. The concept also embodies a culture that promotes the exchange of ideas and values collaboration to improve the code of others. The movement upholds its legacy of collaboration … [Read more...] about Open-Source technology: concepts and applications