This module looks at the different sources of humanitarian data that information managers regularly access for sharing or viewing datasets, reports, and other information relevant to their work or response. It also highlights IM standards that are actively employed in the collection, analysis, and storage of data.

Learning objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • List humanitarian portals for data and reports as well as use their respective information services
  • Describe the types of data that are made available and maintained for emergency response use;
  • Describe the use, advantages, and structure of HXL tagging for speeding up data processing and promoting data interoperability; and
  • List the purpose of SPHERE minimum standards; and
  • Describe the use of the indicator registry.

Audience

This module is an introductory-level course aimed at anyone who is interested in developing skills and knowledge in nutrition information management in humanitarian contexts, and who needs to engage with coordination and humanitarian architecture on this topic. It is part of the recommended learning path for sub-national IMOs aiming to progress to national-level roles.

Length

It should take you about 45 minutes to complete this self-paced course. 

Methodology

This course is composed of a single short self-paced animated module, including various examples and activities. 

Structure

Introduction

Lesson 1: Data Portals and Repositories 

Lesson 2: Common Operational Datasets (CODs)
10 mins

Lesson 3: Humanitarian Exchange Language
5 mins

Lesson 4: Minimum Standards
5 mins

Lesson 5: Global Indicator Registry
5 mins

Summary

Contact details

For technical issues, you can contact https://www.nutritioncluster.net/Ask_question