ERIC Number: EJ1196659
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018-Nov
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-0021-9584
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Establishment and Implementation of a Peer-Supported Professional Development Initiative by Doctoral Students, for Doctoral Students
Journal of Chemical Education, v95 n11 p1947-1953 Nov 2018
Professional development in chemistry doctoral programs has traditionally relied on the skills and opportunities embedded within the requirements of the Ph.D. program being sufficient for employment. As a result, little emphasis is usually placed on career planning and exploration within the doctoral curriculum. Additionally, the support provided in finding employment after graduation can vary largely depending on individual advisors, departments, and university resources. Although the resources provided by individual departments for chemistry doctoral students may appear sufficient, this article discusses the establishment and implementation of a peer-supported professional-development initiative (PSPDI): a nondepartmentally initiated program created by doctoral students "for" doctoral students to provide opportunities for professional development and career resources. The implementation of a PSPDI and the benefits a peer-supported program are discussed, along with other details that may be relevant for programs looking to implement or enhance existing doctoral professional-development programs.
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Doctoral Programs, Professional Development, Chemistry, Science Education, Education Work Relationship, Employment Qualifications, Career Development, Career Exploration, Peer Groups, Program Implementation, Program Descriptions
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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