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Westcliff University’s Publication Series

The Westcliff University Publication Program is a 16-week series that focuses on the curation of a manuscript for publication. Participants will be taken step-by-step through the process of preparing a manuscript, collaborate with peers to gain ideas and insight, set a structure to ensure progress on the manuscript, and may have a manuscript ready to submit by the end of the series!

You will be paired with a content specialist to aid you in the IRB process as well as verifying methodology and the reliability and validity of your findings. You will also have access to a writing specialist to help you express yourself with professional and formal English.

What if I Have Never Published Before?
Great! This series is geared toward those who have never engaged in publishing. All you need is a dedication to work on the manuscript, a willingness to adapt, and the availability to join us for every session.
What if I am Concerned About my Level of English?
You do not need to worry. Throughout the duration of this series, you are provided access to the Writing Center support staff who can help you to edit your manuscript. (Please note that this is a service that is not provided to you outside of participation in this series).
Do I Have to Purchase a Book/Materials?

No. However, this is a helpful book that is open-access and highly relevant to the focus of this series: Recommended Book

Do We Meet Every Week?
No, there are six sessions in the series. They are spaced out to allow you to work on aspects of your publication before we proceed to the next step.
How do I Apply?
As there is limited space available for this workshop series, all students will be required to complete an application of interest. Applications will open May 1st. Please check back then to complete the application.
What Happens After I Apply?
Should a student be accepted into the series, the student will receive a pre-task to complete in order to secure their seat. After the completion of that pre-task, the student will receive the Zoom link and information related to the program’s start.
Does This Series Cover All Types of Publications?
No, this series focuses on original research.

Breakdown of the Series

Workshop 1:
Identifying a Research Topic

Content: In this workshop, students will learn about and then proceed to identify a research topic/question, timeline, and plan of action for their future article.

Follow-up Work: Prior to the next session: Ss will make any necessary adjustments to the topic/question. Ss will create a title, timeline and list of tasks on Trello.

Workshop 2:
Selecting a Research Model

Content: In this workshop, students will identify a research method, underlying questions, target population, recruitment plan, and summary of research design. By the end of this workshop, Ss will have started to compile the information required to submit an IRB proposal.

Follow-up Work: Prior to the next session: Ss will have completed a recruitment letter/email as well as a completed summary of the research procedure and design. Additionally, Ss will have completed the CITI training certification program.

Workshop 3:
Gathering Data

Content: In this workshop, students will learn about the various types of data that can be collected for research purposes and be made aware of the ethical regulations required to conduct the research prior to beginning their study. Students will develop their research instruments and complete their IRB proposal.

Follow-up Work: Prior to next session:
Ss will meet with their Content Specialist, receive consent from their Content Specialist to act as the advisor on their IRB application. Ss will submit their IRB proposal to the Institutional Review Board.
After receiving certification, ss will send out their data collection instruments to all participants.

(Excess time needed for IRB approval (typically 30 days)

Workshop 4:
Analyzing Data

Content: In this workshop, students will learn how to analyze the data they have gathered. Students will learn about the use of software to analyze qualitative data and basic statistics to approach and analyze quantitative data.

The students will then learn the proper format, style and content required for the development of a research article.

Follow-up Work: Prior to the next session: Ss will have taken their data and determined conclusions from what was collected. Students will meet with their SME twice during this time period.

1 – to show them their findings and raw data (Content Specialists will verify credibility, reliability and accuracy of identified patterns) – 1 hour

2 – to assess the findings and implications drawn from the data presented – 30 min.

Workshop 5:
Writing an Abstract and finishing touches

Content: In this workshop, students will learn how to create a substantial abstract to generate interest and convey information.

Students will work collaboratively with peers and instructors to edit their work for content and validity.

Follow-up Work: Prior to next session:
Students will analyze and interpret their data. Students will complete the content of their articles. The article should be in a polished and finalized state.

Workshop 6:
Individualized assistance

Content: In place of this workshop, students will receive detailed and individualized help. Students will meet either digitally or face-to-face with their subject matter experts to verify validity, reliability and credibility of their work. After making changes from that feedback, students will submit final articles to the Writing Center for in-depth review of the article.

Follow-up Work: Prior to next publication: Students will make any changes needed dependent upon feedback given to them from their Content Specialists and the Writing Center. Upon completion, the articles will be ready for submission.

Dates of the Series

Workshop 1:
Identifying a Research Topic

Date: May 8th, 2022
Time: 9:00am-11:00pm

Workshop 2:
Selecting a Research Model

Date: May 22nd, 2022
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Workshop 3:
Gathering Data

Date: June 5th, 2022
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Workshop 4:
Analyzing Data

Date: June 26th, 2022
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Workshop 5:
Writing an Abstract and finishing touches

Date: July 10th, 2022
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Workshop 6:
Individualized assistance

Date:Between July 11th – July 24th, 2022
Time: Individual Meeting (No set time)