Interdisciplinary by Design: The Centre for Data, Culture, & Society Training Programme

To create a sustainable training ecosystem it takes planning, skills and determination, as witnessed by the story of The Centre for Data, Culture, & Society (CDCS). This initiative was created within the University of Edinburgh to address the skills gap amongst non-technical researchers from diverse academic backgrounds. Over the years, a generation of scholars at different career stages used CDCS’s training programs to enhance their digital literacy. The chapter showcases specific training materials and activities, from silent-disco to focused masterclasses.

This chapter is for you if you are looking for different training approaches that target scholars from non-technical backgrounds. You might get inspired by specific teaching materials, teaching methods or the very way in which CDCS serves its purpose. You’ll also find useful insights if you’re planning to start or rejuvenate a training programme in your own organisation.