Open Data Policy

​Introduction

The open data policy introduction highlights the significance of data as an asset that can enhance performance and foster a precise understanding of the past, present, and future. In today's technological era, open data has become one of the most important means enterprises use to devise new services and applications that can save time and effort for clients and stimulate innovation. In the current digital age, data is a strategic resource for any organization.

This document is intended to clearly explain the open data management policy as it applies to the website. Open data is available to all users of the educational web portal including clients and beneficiaries such as students, researchers, and visitors to the MOHESR page. This data, which is public under the law, encourages participation, enhances knowledge, and provides scientific research and statistical information, produced by the Ministry, and made available for others to use. Visitors to the portal and users of its services should be able to access the policy regarding the utilization of such data for any updates. ​​​

Objectives

This policy aims to present and clarify the MOHESR policy on open data, Outlining its terms, conditions, and the corresponding responsibilities for both the Ministry and the users. The goal is to render the data valuable for decision-makers, enabling them to make informed decisions that align with current needs and future considerations. ​

• Evacuation document posted on MOHESR website. ​
  
• Terms and conditions
• Privacy policy

Scope :

The scope of this document is limited to the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research website, and has the flexibility for ongoing development, it can be expanded in alignment with the directives of UAE government.​

Policy statement:

1. Source Acknowledgment:Users of this data should recognize that its source is the Ministry. This acknowledgment is necessary to uphold the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) ownership, the data's authenticity, and the credibility of its origin.
2. Data Integrity and Honesty:Users are obliged not to misrepresent or modify the data or its sources in any way that could lead to misinformation.
3. Restrictions on Use:The data must not be employed for political agendas, illegal activities, or criminal acts. Additionally, it should not be used in a manner that is racist, discriminatory, or negatively influences culture, equality, or social norms.
4. Ministry's Disclaimer of Liability:The Ministry is not liable for any form of direct or indirect, incidental, or consequential damage that may result from using or being unable to use this data. This includes, but is not limited to, losses such as reputation, employment, data, computer system failures, or any other type of damage. 
5. User's Responsibility: Users acknowledge their personal responsibility when using the open data from the Ministry's website. The Ministry is not responsible for updating the open data, particularly data based on current assumptions and forecasts which could lead to uncertain outcomes.
6. No Legal Responsibility for Confidentiality Breaches: The Ministry is not legally accountable for any harm resulting from confidentiality breaches concerning information from the open data section and will not provide compensation for such breaches. /li>
7. Validity of Online Documents: The online documents available on the Ministry's website are intended for informational purposes only. The definitive version of any document is the originally printed and signed version kept by the Ministry. Should there be any differences, the copy held by the Ministry is considered the most accurate and reliable.
8. Disclaimer of Implied Assurances:The Ministry disclaims any implied warranties and responsibilities related to the information presented in the Open Data Section. ​
   

Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research Responsibility

The Ministry uploads data to its electronic portal in accordance with governmental agency requirements or as a part of its service delivery. However, it is not accountable for any interpretations of this data and does not guarantee ongoing availability of the data or any part of it. Additionally, the Ministry holds no responsibility for any harm or loss users might incur from reusing this data.

Data user liability

Open data user bear full responsibility for his reuse of the data available on MOHESR website, regardless of the purpose, and under no circumstances the Ministry will be responsible for any tasks or activities conducted using the data's content, regardless of their relation to the content, source, history, or any other aspect of the data, without explicit approval from the Ministry. ​

Conclusion

The open data policy is an important step towards enhancing interaction and transparency between the Ministry of Education and its public clients. This policy demonstrates our dedication to attaining the highest standards of quality and transparency in data management and its maximum utilization.

We are committed to respecting and adhering to the guidelines outlined in this document. We are enthusiastic about establishing solid relationships with the public and our clients by offering improved and value-added education services.

We will strive to develop this policy and consistently improve performance to meet the aspirations of all and achieve our common goals in the field of education .

We invite all to actively participate and contribute to the implementation of this policy, and to promote an open data culture within our educational community.

​​ Thank you for trusting in us and looking forward to a promising future filled with collaboration and success.

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