Abstract

Abstract¶
Reproducibility and open science are increasingly recognized as essential components of rigorous geoscientific research. However, gaps in training often hinder early-career scientists from fully adopting best practices in computational workflows and FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) publishing. The Facilitating Reproducible Open Geoscience (FROGS) initiative addresses this need by offering an ongoing series of integrated courses and self-paced online modules designed to build capacity in Python and R programming, time series analysis, and open science publishing within the geosciences. To date, three sequential courses have been completed, and this paper reports on these initial offerings. During the courses, participants engaged in hands-on learning activities combining synchronous instruction with asynchronous exercises, supported by the Leap FROGS platform. Survey results demonstrate high participant satisfaction, increased confidence in applying reproducible research methods, and active contributions to open source geoscience projects. This paper details the course design, curriculum content, participant outcomes, and the broader impact of FROGS in fostering a sustainable community of practice dedicated to open and reproducible geoscience. Our findings underscore the critical role of integrated training programs in advancing open science and highlight strategies for scaling such initiatives across scientific domains.

Date

2025

Authors

Deborah Khider, Julien Emile-Geay, David Edge, Nicholas McKay

Journal

Python in Science Conference, 2025

Pages

303-310