The Educational Data Observatory Network – CALL FOR PARTICIPATION

The Educational Data Observatory Network (TENDON) invites researchers, educational leaders and industry, government, and non-government organisations to join and cooperate with us towards the development of an Educational Data Observatory that meets the needs of the southern countries.

TENDON aims to be a participatory, co-creative and demand-driven network to strengthen the relations among south-south countries; establish a research group with a south-south focus to leverage high-quality education; expose students and academic staff to diverse views and focus research on the realities faced by the southern region; bring awareness of common problems at all educational levels via evidence-based approaches; share data, experiences and resources following the FAIR principles; monitor and set educational indicators that meet the needs and diversity of southern countries through live data dashboards; and, support the creation of educational policies to ensure access to quality, inclusive, and equitable education.

At the current stage, the main focus of the network is twofold:

  1. Identify common and specific educational aspects and needs of each partner country in the southern region (e.g., local educational problems, existing initiatives, educational policies).
  2. Elicit requirements via evidence-based surveys for the future development of the Educational Data Observatory for the southern region.

As a member of the TENDON network, you can benefit from the project’s activities and outcomes, such as:

  • Participate in training activities organised by the TENDON network (e.g., educational data mining, linked data for education, etc.);

  • Strengthen and increase bi/multilateral research collaboration with other members of the TENDON network;

  • Participate in joint research bids building on the strengths of each member and the TENDON network itself;

  • Participate and create specific research agendas based on the goals of the network;

  • Collaborate and lead workgroups to develop new regional education standards and

  • Be recognised as a local educational and transformative leader

Members of the TENDON Network are not charged for participating in the project. The TENDON Network will not cover any costs for participation in any of the activities proposed in the network.

The Working Groups:

Group 1 Educational Data Observatory for LATAM: Technical group for developing learning analytics technology for a common Educational Data Observatory, named SoS (South-observing-South). This team focuses on collecting, analysing, and interpreting educational data to derive meaningful insights and inform evidence-based decision-making. Through advanced analytics and data visualisation techniques, we will identify patterns, trends, and areas for improvement in educational systems. This information will be used to develop targeted interventions, personalised learning approaches, and innovative strategies to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

Group 2 Strategies for Quality Education in LATAN: Academic group for proposing comprehensive strategies for quality education in LATAN. This team aim to enhance access and inclusion, improve teacher training and professional development, reform curricula, establish effective assessment systems, promote early childhood education, foster partnerships and collaboration, ensure sustainable education financing, and implement robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms.

Group 3 Public Policies in Education in LATAN: This is a strategic group for formulating and implementing effective policies to address the educational challenges and promote positive outcomes in LATAN. The team focuses on developing evidence-based policies that enhance access, equity, and quality in education systems across the region.

The Key Dates
  • 10 August- 31 September – Call for participation Open / Close
  • 4 – 15 October – Working groups meetings (Online)
  • October/November- Data Gathering
  • December – Report

If you are interested in becoming a member of the TENDON network, please fill out the following application form.