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PhD Program: From Research Interest to Research Question (1h)
The course takes participants from a broad area of interest toward a focused and researchable question. By the end, PhD candidates should be able to: * Map the main components and actors of the scholarly research ecosystem in their discipline * Distinguish between general research interests, specific themes, and researchable problems * Detect established and…
PhD Program: Smart Literature Review and Staying Current (1h)
In this session, PhD candidates will learn how to search the literature more strategically and stay informed about developments in their field. They will explore how to: 1. Build targeted literature searches using bibliometric databases and citation networks 2. Assess the relevance and influence of scholarly publications through metadata and citation indicators 3. Trace citation…
PhD Program: Managing References and Ethics (1h)
Participants will develop practical skills for managing scholarly literature and using it effectively in academic writing. The session covers: * The purpose and importance of citations and references in scholarly communication * Organizing sources with citation and reference management tools * Annotating and classifying literature to facilitate thematic analysis * Incorporating reference management into an…
PhD Program: Journal selection, metrics and Integrity (1h)
This session equips PhD candidates with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed decisions when choosing where to publish. It covers how to: 1. Read and contextualize key journal-level indicators 2. Recognize common characteristics and practices associated with predatory journals 3. Compare journals using their profiles, scope, and citation indicators 4. Assess whether a…
PhD Program: Building a Researcher Profile and Long-Term Strategy (1h)
This course helps researchers build a stronger and more visible professional profile. Participants will learn how to: * Understand the role of researcher profiles in academic visibility and collaboration * Create, complete, and maintain an effective researcher profile * Monitor research impact, networks, and collaboration opportunities * Use research trends and analytics to inform future…