Self-paced training for Postgraduate Researchers
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Self-paced online course
Introduction
A lay summary, also called a popular abstract, is a short, accessible explanation of your research written for non-specialist audiences. Whether you're sharing your research on LinkedIn, applying for funding, or preparing your doctoral abstract for graduation, this course will guide you through crafting a clear and compelling summary that highlights the value and relevance of your work.
Course content?
This self-paced course includes short, engaging videos and? hands-on tasks designed to help you apply what you learn right away. It takes approximately 1-hour to complete.
- Why lay summaries matter
- The value of sharing your research beyond academia
- Introduction to storytelling for researchers
- Creating a logical, compelling narrative
- Tips for connecting with readers
- Using visuals, emotion, and plain language
- Refining and polishing your summary
- Peer feedback and self-assessment techniques
Cost??
This course is available through the Postgraduate Office via the Science Communication SUNLearn module. There is no cost for registered SU postgraduate students.
Register??
To access this resource, register at the link below. Our team will follow up via email with the link to the Science Communication SUNLearn module. You will have until the end of 2025 to complete the content at your own pace.
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Postgraduate Skills Development Online Training and Courses
Self-paced online course
Introduction
This comprehensive course on SUNLearn brings together essential training for postgraduate students in the areas of research integrity, research ethics, avoiding plagiarism and academic writing integrity. Through short videos, podcasts, and writing resources, you’ll build practical knowledge to support your research journey.?
Course content?
1. Research Ethics
- Part 1: Research integrity
- Part 2: Research ethics
- Part 3: How to apply for research ethics clearance
- Podcast 1: Introduction to the SBE Research Ethics Series
- Podcast 2: Introduction to Research Integrity and Ethics
- Podcast 3: The Eight Benchmarks for Ethical Research
- Learn about compliance procedures and ethical responsibilities related to biosafety and environmental impact in research.
- Ethical guidelines and protocol requirements for research involving animal subjects?.
2. Avoiding Plagiarism: Academic Writing Integrity
- Learn about the content in SU’s Policies on Plagiarism.
- Understand what plagiarism constitutes within the academic world.
- Know how to avoid plagiarising by applying principles of good academic writing.
- Know how to use the software tool Turnitin in a meaningful way.
3. Academic Writing Resources?
- ?Video 1: Magic Trick: The Paramedic Method
- Video 2: Writing a Literature Review: The Dinner Party
- Video 3: How textual construction is like an ostrich’s body??
Cost??
This course is available through the Postgraduate Office’s SUNLearn training module. There is no cost for registered SU postgraduates to self-enrol and complete the course at their own pace.
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