For the 2027 annual SERA meeting, there will be two training sessions. 

Training Session 1 ($30)

The Road to Publication: Perspectives from Editors, Authors, and Research Leaders
Presenters: PENDING

Publishing can be one of the most challenging aspects of an academic career. This interactive panel features SERA past presidents whose careers include extensive experience as researchers, authors, journal editors, and academic leaders. Panelists will demystify the publication process by discussing manuscript preparation, journal selection, peer review, revision strategies, and habits that support long-term scholarly productivity. Graduate students, early-career faculty, and seasoned researchers will gain practical guidance and actionable strategies for advancing their publication goals.

Training Session 2 ($30)

Working with AI Without Outsourcing Your Thinking
Presenters: Grant Morgan and Peter Boedeker

Large language model-based tools are increasingly being adopted to support academic research and scholarship. When used thoughtfully, these tools can reduce administrative burden, streamline routine tasks, and enhance research productivity. However, over-reliance on Artificial Intelligence (AI) may contribute to de-skilling among experienced scholars or never-skilling among trainees who are introduced to these tools before developing foundational research competencies. This workshop presents a practical framework for engaging with AI in ways that preserve cognitive sovereignty while leveraging its benefits to support efficient, rigorous, and meaningful scholarly work.

Pending availability, tickets for the training session may be purchased on-site (check, cash, or electronic payment).