Definition of Resource Terms
Below are the Resource Types being used to categorize the resources available for use. You can click the plus sign + to read the description of each resource and how it is used.
Definition: Resources or instruments designed to aid in the performance of specific tasks or processes.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Tools are often interactive or downloadable resources (e.g., calculators, templates) intended to be used directly in practice.
Definition: Pre-formulated communication content intended to convey specific information or promote particular actions.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Messaging is typically concise and targeted, such as key messages, talking points, or social media content.
Definition: A detailed analysis of a particular instance, event, or organization used to illustrate principles or outcomes.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Case studies focus on real-world examples and provide insights through detailed narrative and analysis.
Definition: A comprehensive guide that provides general information, guidelines, or best practices on a particular topic.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Handbooks are broad, often covering a wide range of related topics and serving as ongoing references for users.
Definition: A written report on recent events or developments, typically focused on delivering current information to a general audience.
Differentiation / How to Identify: News articles are time-sensitive, often focusing on recent developments, trends, or breaking news, with a journalistic style.
Definition: A digital or physical space where tools, resources, or services are hosted and accessed by users.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Platforms are identified as aggregators or providers of multiple resources, often offering interactivity or user engagement.
Definition: A formal document outlining specific principles, rules, or guidelines that govern actions and decisions within an organization or system.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Policies are authoritative, often linked to governance, regulatory frameworks, or organizational directives.
Definition: A narrative that highlights the successful implementation or outcomes of a project, initiative, or strategy.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Success stories focus on positive outcomes, often emphasizing the impact, key factors, and lessons learned from a specific case.
Definition: An in-depth analysis and evaluation of technical information, often focused on specific methodologies, processes, or innovations.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Technical reviews are detailed and technical, often including evaluations, critiques, or comparisons of technical methods or data.
Definition: A structured set of learning materials or activities designed to teach specific skills or knowledge.
Differentiation / How to Identify: Training modules are educational, often interactive, and typically organized in a step-by-step format to facilitate learning.