Presenting data visually is an effective way of conveying key information, making it an important component of good communication. This module examines how IMOs can turn data into easy-to-interpret information using visualizations. These can be added to information products such as dashboards, presentations, and newsletters to improve the way information is conveyed.

This course introduces participants to blockchain technology and provides a basic understanding of its main features. It begins by highlighting the business value of blockchain and the relevance of the technology for international trade. The lectures then move to explain the difference between blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT), defining key use cases for digital identity (ID), supply chain management, transportation / logistics, intellectual property rights, trade facilitation and financial services. The lectures further examine the opportunities blockchain / DLT may create for small producers and enterprises, especially those located in developing countries. Finally, the course explores the “blockchain for trade” ecosystem, implementation decision-making tools, regulatory requirements and other challenges that must be addressed before the technology can be used on a wide scale and generate significant impact.

This course offers an overview of the different aspects that involves video game development and learning: the skills that can be developed, the connections to the STEAM industry (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), and how they can be used as an ally in the classroom. It also offers practical lessons on how to get started with students and how to develop a game. It is designed to empower teachers with new ways of teaching using digital technologies, and no previous experience with video games or game design is required. The course is built on the pillars of a Gender Transformative Education, and uses the concept of Playing, Learning, Earning, where students are given the opportunity to move from just playing to learning skills and earning a passport to a future career.

The first focus of this course is on the application, practice and development opportunities of AI in the healthcare industry, with a particular focus on the needs and realities of developing countries. It covers core AI technologies and their healthcare applications, practical paths for implementing AI healthcare projects in developing countries, and global trends and regional opportunities. Unique benefits include case studies tailored to developing regions, actionable implementation strategies, and insights into leveraging global resources for local development.