P23 - Exploring Effective Modes of Delivery for Professional Development and Skills Training
| Day | Day 1 |
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| Session | Poster presentation |
| Start time | 18:10 |
| Code | P23 |
| Presenter |
Dr Keely Brumsted O'Brien, Head, Scientific Education Office, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research Dr Nicki Cranna, Scientific Education Officer, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research |
| Abstract |
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute offers skills training and career development in order to attract, train and retain the best and brightest researchers. We define success as a researcher who actively participates in development offerings, views knowledge as valuable and applies that knowledge to progress their career. With the need to offer a broad set of engaging development opportunities for time-poor researchers, understanding the most effective mode of delivery for specific types of training is crucial. We know there is value in providing face-to-face training to enhance idea sharing and collaboration; however, we also recognise that a significant amount of learning is self-directed and on-demand. A major question we have asked is: How might we deliver high quality engaging opportunities that retain the benefits often associated with face-to-face training, whilst exploring established, new and emerging technologies and methodologies? We will show a summary of our experiences in delivering training in the following areas via a range of modes:
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