See below for what was covered and full details further on. For personalised advice, email HDR.Development@flinders.edu.au<\/a> and we can help \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n Skill Spotlight: Literature Review<\/strong><\/span> (Mon 4 Sept) The skill we are focusing on this week is developing your \u2018Literature review\u2019. Resources associated with this skill can be accessed here on the REST FLO site<\/a> and here on the Flinders library site<\/a>. \u00a0Conducting a literature review early on in your candidature is an essential part of your HDR learning journey. It creates space for you to deeply familiarise yourself with existing knowledge from one or more disciplines, as you identify and clarify the research gap you want to pursue.<\/p>\n Skill Spotlight: Personal Awareness and Growth <\/span><\/strong>(Mon 11 Sept)<\/span><\/p>\n This week we are focusing on Personal Awareness and Growth. You can find this skill here on the REST FLO site<\/a>. This skill can be approached through a number of different lenses, but ultimately it is about checking in with yourself and through this reflection, identifying opportunities to invest back into yourself through self-care and self-development.<\/p>\n Skill Spotlight: Collaboration and Leadership <\/strong><\/span>(Mon 18 Sept)<\/span><\/p>\n This week we are focusing on the topic Collaboration and Leadership. You can find this skill here<\/a> on the REST FLO site<\/a>.\u00a0At some point in your HDR candidature, someone has probably said to you that your HDR is a training ground. You do not have to know everything; you should ask questions; and should make the most of this opportunity to learn. These things are all true \u2013 however, just because you are \u2018researchers in training\u2019 does not mean you have to position yourself as (or remain) a novice! So lets explore something that is talked about less often (due to things like power dynamics, imposter syndrome etc.), which is the expertise you bring with you to your program as well as the expertise you rapidly develop during your candidature.<\/p>\n Skill Spotlight: Candidature management <\/strong><\/span>(Mon 25 Sept) This week we are exploring the topic \u2018thesis submission and examination\u2019 as part of the skill candidature management. This topic is linked here on the REST FLO site<\/a>. Every HDR student at Flinders University is required to complete a research thesis as part of their candidature. Depending on the type and length of your program, the word limits and content will vary slightly. Are you familiar with the expectations for your program?<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Monday 9 September\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n The skill we are focusing on this week is developing your \u2018Literature review\u2019. Resources associated with this skill can be accessed here on the REST FLO site<\/a> and here on the Flinders library site<\/a>.<\/p>\n Conducting a literature review early on in your candidature is an essential part of your HDR learning journey. It creates space for you to deeply familiarise yourself with existing knowledge from one or more disciplines, as you identify and clarify the research gap you want to pursue.<\/p>\n Your literature review is also one of the most important parts of your thesis. It is a systematic interrogation of the existing research that helps you to position your research in the knowledge gap. It enables you to explore existing understanding in your research area whilst also providing context for the scope and significance of your specific research project.<\/p>\n The literature review is also a place that can trip you up.<\/p>\n Some of these boundaries will be determined through discussion between you and your supervisor. However, boundaries can also be guided by the type of approach you use when conducting your review as well as your field of research (some fields have a lot of existing knowledge, others have much less).<\/p>\n The library has several resources that can support you to conduct a thorough review. In addition to supplying the databases you will need to use to conduct your search, they run training in things like search procedures and setting up literature trackers. The library also offers one-one-one help and has provided the content below to share with you so you can learn more about this service.<\/p>\n Advanced and systematic searching support<\/strong><\/p>\n HDRs who are seeking further assistance with library search skills, including systematic style reviews, can attend a Library Search Support drop-in session<\/a> to get customised support and ask any questions you may have.<\/p>\n Sessions are run weekly at Central, Sturt & Medical libraries, as well as online (view drop-in schedule<\/a>). Drop by anytime if you are stuck with searching and a librarian can provide specialised assistance, no bookings are required.<\/p>\n To get the most out of your time, it is suggested that you complete either of the following self-paced modules in Canvas (login required) prior to attending a drop-in: \u00a0Searching with confidence<\/a> (beginner) and\/or Systematic literature searching<\/a> (advanced).<\/p>\n Monday 11 September<\/em><\/p>\n This week we are focusing on Personal Awareness and Growth. You can find this skill here on the REST FLO site<\/a>. This skill can be approached through a number of different lenses, but ultimately it is about checking in with yourself and through this reflection, identifying opportunities to invest back into yourself through self-care and self-development.<\/p>\n Since it is Wellbeing Week<\/a> – there are lots of things happening across the university that will help support and facilitate personal awareness and growth. We encourage you to explore the activities on offer and pick one that helps you to step outside your research brain space for a few moments.<\/p>\n Did you know there are also year-round wellbeing activities and resources you can tap into? Health, Counselling and Disability Services<\/a> eMental Health Project Officer,\u00a0Dr Gareth Furber<\/a> has kindly summarised what\u2019s on offer in this blog<\/a>. Gareth also recently put a call out to see if there was any interest in running another round of the Be Well Plan<\/a> (date tbc – please register your interest by emailing \u2018Be Well Plan Yep\u2019 to\u00a0gareth.furber@flinders.edu.au<\/a>).<\/p>\n Monday 18 September\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n At some point in your HDR candidature, someone has probably said to you that your HDR is a training ground. You do not have to know everything; you should ask questions; and should make the most of this opportunity to learn. These things are all true \u2013 however, just because you are \u2018researchers in training\u2019 does not mean you have to position yourself as (or remain) a novice! So lets explore something that is talked about less often (due to things like power dynamics, imposter syndrome etc.), which is the expertise you bring with you to your program as well as the expertise you rapidly develop during your candidature.<\/p>\n The very nature of the HDR experience means you are emerging leaders at the forefront of innovation, research, and knowledge dissemination in your research area. HDR students also often take on collaborative and\/or leadership roles within their academic communities, working as teaching assistants, mentors, and running student organizations. These roles require an abundance of collaboration and leadership skills including effective communication, self-awareness, decision making, and sometimes advocacy (for yourself and for others). Chances are you have developed a number of these \u2018softer skills\u2019 before starting your candidature \u2013 through previous study, work and life experience.<\/p>\n HDR student expertise plays a pivotal role in shaping not only the academic landscape but also the broader community. So take a moment this week to reflect on how your collaboration and leadership skills are being used. Is there more would like to be doing being to both sharpen your skills or influence you HDR experience?<\/p>\n Monday 25 September\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n This week we are exploring the topic \u2018thesis submission and examination\u2019 as part of the skill candidature management. This topic is linked here on the REST FLO site<\/a>.<\/p>\n Every HDR student at Flinders University is required to complete a research thesis as part of their candidature. Depending on the type and length of your program, the word limits and content will vary slightly. Are you familiar with the expectations for your program?<\/strong><\/p>\n If you want to check that you are, here are some links to the policies and procedures that guide your Flinders HDR program:<\/p>\n Even if you are only just beginning your program, it is a good idea to set yourself up for success by getting an understanding of what you are expected to create and how your examiners will judge your thesis as early as possible. You can find detailed information on the thesis preparation, submission and examination process, including links to relevant forms and processes on the HDR Examination and Completions website<\/a><\/p>\n HDR students are also welcome to attend next month\u2019s HDR Completions Workshop to get information about the thesis submission and examination process, and to workshop strategies to get you through the last six months of candidature.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n HDR Completions Workshop<\/a> <\/p>\n Other useful resources<\/strong><\/p>\n There are also a number of useful Epigeum online courses available for both students and supervisors that can be completed. Information below.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n For Students: Epigeum Research Skills Toolkit – Delivering your Research Project<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>This online module helps students to:<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>For detailed instructions on how to create an account with Epigeum (if you have not already done so), please refer here for students<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n For Supervisors: Module 9: Preparing for Completion and Examination<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/blogs.flinders.edu.au\/hdr-students\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/92\/2022\/10\/Yellow-Line-1024x18.png\")
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