The goals during this phase include:
- Define module scopes, objectives, and potential collaborators.
- Conduct a preliminary investigation, including research into existing similar programs and identifying gaps.
- Write contributor guidelines to ensure a welcoming and inclusive environment for all contributors.
- Develop a roadmap outlining key milestones, timelines, and dependencies.
- Create an open canvas to visualise project needs, potential barriers, and solutions.
- Describe personas to represent target participants and contributors, considering their goals, challenges, and motivations.
- Identify necessary tools, platforms, and resources for collaborative curriculum development.
- Reach out to and connect with individuals who share a similar passion for developing or using Open Educational Resources.
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Undergo Collaborative Lesson Development Training with The Carpentries to enhance curriculum development and leadership skills.
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Propose Research 101 for inclusion in The Carpentries' Lesson Incubator to attract contributors and collaborators.
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Develop the first two modules of Research 101.
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Pilot: Host an online workshop targeting 30 participants from underrepresented communities.
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Metrics: Success measured through sign-ups, feedback surveys, and module completion rates.
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Build a community of 10-15 contributors to help with curriculum development and facilitation.
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Collaborators will come from The Carpentries, other open-source communities, and RSE groups.
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Metrics: Track contributions to open-source materials as a measure of community engagement.
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Conduct a final impact survey to evaluate the effectiveness of the course in improving research software practices within underrepresented communities.
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Refine and scale Research 101 based on feedback, aiming for global reach beyond the Fellowship.
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Final report on participant feedback and course outcomes.