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What should you do first when trying to find academic conferences in your field?
What is the benefit of following relevant scholarly societies on social media platforms?
What should you do to start small before attending larger conferences?
What is typically required when submitting a presentation proposal?
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What costs might you need to cover when attending a conference?
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What should you expect after submitting a presentation proposal?
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Why is building your reputation through conference participation important?
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Study Notes
Finding and Participating in Academic Conferences
- As an undergraduate or new graduate student, it is important to learn about your discipline's scholarly institutions and conferences.
- Use Google to search for your discipline, research specialty, and career aspirations along with keywords like "scholarly society," "academic conference," and "call for papers."
- Familiarize yourself with major scholarly journals publishing in your field as they are often associated with academic conferences.
- Follow relevant scholarly societies on social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
- Join listservs to stay updated on conference announcements and opportunities.
- Start small by attending a student research symposium at your home institution before working your way up to regional, national, and international conferences.
- Submitting a presentation proposal typically requires a title, a 250-300 word abstract, and 2-3 keywords.
- You will likely need to pay a conference registration fee and sometimes a membership fee to join the hosting society.
- Look for internal funding opportunities at your home institution and external competitive opportunities from academic societies to cover travel costs.
- Keep in mind that you will likely need to cover upfront costs and wait for reimbursement, which can take weeks or months.
- Expect to receive an acceptance or rejection email in a few weeks or months after submitting your proposal.
- Building your reputation through conference participation is crucial for future career opportunities in your profession.
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Are you an undergraduate or new graduate student looking to participate in academic conferences? This quiz will provide you with essential tips on how to find and participate in scholarly conferences in your field. From utilizing Google to familiarizing yourself with major journals to joining listservs, this quiz covers all the fundamental steps to get started. Test your knowledge on conference proposal submissions, funding opportunities, and more. Don't miss out on building your reputation and future career opportunities - take this quiz now!
