A module for students working independently on a research degree (eg PhD). The focus will be on practising and developing the language and rhetoric to explain and present your research in both written and spoken formats. Module content includes: research-based writing; writing the RF1/RF2; delivering research talks; writing abstracts; and more. Further information via the … Continue reading Academic English for Doctoral Students
All doctoral candidates must undertake a confirmation of doctorate (RF2) procedure. It is a formal evaluation and review of your progress. In this session, we will cover the RF2 process, whilst in June we will have a one-day workshop on writing your RF2. What will we cover? Overview of the RF2 process, including the … Continue reading SERI: Preparing for the RF2
Project planning is an essential skill to develop your successful Doctoral program. This session will cover the important aspects of selecting a research question or 'Hypothesis' and how to plan the methodological testing of your research question. The session will include details of how to design and plan a Gantt chart and what is required … Continue reading Project Planning, RF1 and Developing your Research Question and Hypothesis
Brian Lewis discusses the role of affordable, accessible technologies in the development of Longbarrow Press, the economics of small press publishing, the relationship between a walking practice and a writing practice, and the ethos of craft, collaboration and care that runs through it all. Brian Lewis is the editor and publisher of Longbarrow Press, a … Continue reading Creative Writing Master Class | Brian Lewis: The Edge of the Map
A module for students working independently on a research degree (eg PhD). The focus will be on practising and developing the language and rhetoric to explain and present your research in both written and spoken formats. Module content includes: research-based writing; writing the RF1/RF2; delivering research talks; writing abstracts; and more. Further information via the … Continue reading Academic English for Doctoral Students
Universities set clear timescales for doctoral student registration. Managing timely progression and completion is one of, if not the, the key role for supervisors. This requires supervisors to encourage, support and motivate students to progress in their studies. In this session we look at strategies and behaviours to use supervisions to monitor progress. We also … Continue reading RSP: Encouraging Timely Progression
Sheffield Institute of Education's Doctoral Conference will be taking place on Saturday 13 May, from 0930 to 1500, both in person (Charles Street building) and online and everyone is welcome. The conference theme is 'Doctoral Pathways: Past, Present, and Future' and will feature Keynote speakers (to be announced), and oral and poster presentations from delegates … Continue reading ‘Doctoral Pathways: Past, Present, and Future’ – Sheffield Institute of Education’s Doctoral Conference
Imposter phenomenon, or the feeling that you don’t truly belong, is very common among academics. The presence of imposter phenomenon is not at all linked to one’s academic achievement record or the amount of effort put into research. A positive assessment of one’s achievements is only a temporary fix to relieve the anxiety imposter phenomenon … Continue reading Imposter Phenomenon in Research
Most students embark on a doctorate with a set of motivations and aspirations. Supervisors need to have awareness of these professional and personal goals to support the development of doctoral students. In this session we consider the role that supervisors may have in supporting candidates to prepare for future career decisions. We also focus on … Continue reading RSP: Supporting Student Aspirations
Intended Audience: SERI Education PGRs These meetings are open to all Education PGRs beyond year 1 (year 2 p/t) only. Share your research, bring an issue and suggest an area you would like input on.