These are the specific training outcomes of the GBIF Network planned for 2013. The expected release dates are provided by way of guidance. This is a live document: check it frequently for the latest information!

• A training needs assessment in the GBIF Network
  English
  Work started in 2012, finished in 2013. Report available here.
   
• Best practice guide on promoting data use, based on the experience of GBIF Nodes.
  English
  Scheduled for the end of 2013. A product of the global Nodes training event.
    
• Presentations and exercises about the promotion of data publishing and use
  English, French and Spanish
  3Q 2013, linked to the global Nodes training event.
   
• Training resources about the new GBIF data portal: manual and videos.
  English
  3Q 2013. Linked to the launch of the new portal.
   
• Training resources about the NPT Start-up kit.
  English
  2Q 2013.
   
• eLearning course about data quality and fitness-for-use (georeferencing)
  English
  In preparation. First tests expected for 2Q 2013. Follow the work here. 
   
• Presentations and texts about data digitization and publishing
  French
  Subject to the approval of a second phase for the CEPDEC-SEP project.

• An interest group on biodiversity informatics training
  2Q 2013.
   
• A new language network
  The creation of a new network if being explored together with collaborators.

 
You can also check training outcomes for 2012, 2011 and 2009-2010.