How to Turn GRA Data into Conference Proposals

How to Turn GRA Data into Conference ProposalsDr. Renee Jordan shares her journey of transforming GRA data into impactful conference proposals, emphasizing the importance of proactive engagement, hands-on learning, and continuous improvement in research. Tune in to learn how to navigate the research process and develop your scholarship!Welcome and IntroductionHost: Dr. Renee Jordan, Black-Liberation.Tech podcast.Topic: Turning graduate research assistantship (GRA) data into conference proposals.Introduction to the NSF-funded AMAYS project: Acquainting Metro Atlanta Youth with STEM.Role of Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Principal Investigators (Co-PIs). Joining the AMAYS ProjectDr. Jordan's entry into the AMAYS project in June 2015.Discussion about preliminary doctoral seminar courses and advising conversations.Dr. Jordan's proactive approach to seeking opportunities and expressing interest in assisting with curriculum development.Curriculum Development and Alpha TestDr. Jordan's curriculum development work during the first year of the grant.Launch of the alpha test in summer 2016: Overview and activities involving MIT App Inventor.Importance of seeking and creating opportunities during doctoral programs. Qualitative Research and Conference ProposalsRole of qualitative research in the AMAYS project.Dr. Jordan's coursework in qualitative research and use of alpha test data for a research project.Emphasis on the importance of presenting during doctoral programs and engaging actively.Data Collection and AnalysisParticipant observations and informal interviews.Importance of qualitative data in complementing quantitative data and informing project modifications.Use of qualitative data for providing updates to NSF.Developing a Conference ProposalUsing primary data collected during GRA for conference proposals.Integrating research interests and methodologies.Exploring Afrocentricity and Ubuntu philosophies and their impact on research approaches. Permissions and EthicsImportance of obtaining permission from PI and Co-PIs for using data.Ethical considerations and ownership of data collected during research assistantships.Crafting a Conference ProposalProcess of developing a unique research focus within the AMAYS project.Example of exploring student interactions with technology beyond the program's scope. Hands-On Learning and FeedbackBenefits of working with primary data for hands-on research experience.Receiving feedback from professors, mentors, and colleagues.Practical application of research skills and enhancing learning experience.Submission and PresentationDr. Jordan's experience submitting and presenting her first single-author paper at AERA.Importance of family, friends, and academic community support during presentations.Continuous Improvement and GrowthEncouraging students to use research projects for scholarship development.Serving as a reviewer for conferences and journals.Reflecting on feedback for continuous improvement and growth as a researcher.Closing RemarksEncouragement for students to engage in research actively.