Datafront Skill Surge: Adaptive agriculture & water management

Course description

What do we mean when we talk about administrative data? Why is administrative data considered such a powerful tool?

Routinely collected administrative data captures interactions across the entire population, offering an unparalleled breadth and depth of information.

This on-demand series aims to equip researchers with the knowledge and skills to harness data for societal and sustainable change. This series covers important topics such as the use of administrative data in policymaking, circular economy models, climate resilience, and the impact of digital media on behaviour, with emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative strategies to address global challenges.

Participants will gain insights from experts, study case studies, and explore practical examples that illustrate how data-driven approaches and emerging technologies are transforming urban planning, agriculture, and health – that will empower researchers to shape the future of the data landscape!

• Session 16 will explore the technologies, practices, and policies reshaping agriculture and water management to build resilience and sustainability.

 

Learning mode

On-demand, self-paced 

 

Who should attend

This course is intended for:

• Data Analysts and Researchers: Those working with administrative or big data who want to deepen their understanding of its characteristics and uses.
• Policymakers and Government Officials: Decision-makers who rely on data to shape public policies.
• Public Sector Managers: Managers in government institutions seeking to optimise data usage for service improvements.
• Health and Social Care Professionals: Individuals looking to use data for improving service delivery and outcomes.
• Urban Planners and Public Health Professionals: Individuals interested in using administrative data to inform planning and health policies.

 

Aims and objectives

• To explore innovative strategies in adaptive agriculture and water management for enhancing resilience and sustainability.
• To discuss the role of technology and data-driven approaches in addressing climate change, resource scarcity, and food security.
• To equip participants with actionable insights for integrating adaptive practices into policies and operations.

 

Skills area and competencies

Based on the Datacise Open Learning framework, the relevant skills and competencies for this video include:

Skills Areas:

• Data Literacy: Understanding and applying data-driven insights to optimise agricultural and water resource management.
• Digital Innovation: Utilising IoT, GIS, and AI technologies to develop advanced solutions in precision agriculture and water management systems.
• Sustainability Planning: Designing strategies that incorporate environmental and resource efficiency to address climate resilience and food security.

Competencies:

• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Ability to use data tools like GIS and AI for resource allocation and predictive modelling in agriculture and water systems.
• Sustainability Advocacy: Promoting practices that balance productivity with environmental conservation and social equity.
• Policy Analysis and Integration: Evaluating governance frameworks and designing policies that support adaptive practices and equitable resource distribution.

 

Pre-requisite

• Foundational knowledge of agriculture and water management systems.
• Familiarity with basic data analysis tools and technologies like IoT and GIS.
• Awareness of global challenges, including climate change and resource scarcity, impacting agriculture and water systems.

 

Learning outcomes

• Evaluate global challenges in agriculture and water management and propose adaptive solutions.
• Apply innovative technologies to optimise resource use in farming and water systems.
• Analyse the social, economic, and environmental impacts of adaptive practices.

 

Transferable skills

• Critical Thinking: Assessing challenges and designing evidence-based solutions.
• Collaboration: Engaging stakeholders in the adoption of adaptive practices.
• Analytical Skills: Interpreting data to inform decision-making in resource management.
• Sustainability Advocacy: Promoting eco-conscious practices in professional and community settings.

 

Assessment

Multiple choice quiz to self-check understanding. 

 

This training content was originally developed and produced by Professor Adam Chee, Datacise Education Lead at Swansea University, with narration enhanced by advanced text-to-speech technology.