Module 1 Lesson 3: An in-depth academic publishing course for young researchers

The life jacket you need before you plunge into academic publishing

Dear Author,

Are you new to the world of academia? If yes, I am sure you are feeling slightly overwhelmed. Many people enter academia with the idea that they would spend most of their time doing exciting new research. Did you feel the same way and are you really doing this or is the reality different?

While research is definitely the most important aspect, there are some other equally important activities that a researcher has to perform. The most important of these is publishing your research in academic journals. This can be a daunting task for people who are new to academia. This course is designed to give you a better understanding of the overall publishing process so that you are not feeling at sea.

I hope that by the end of this course, you will be able to

  • Perceive the importance of writing and publishing your research
  • Understand the journal publication process
  • Learn about peer review and its different forms
  • Identify the types of articles that journals publish

The course uses different learning tools like videos, SlideShare presentations, quizzes, etc. to make learning more enjoyable for you. In case you have any doubts or questions during the course, we’ll always be there to help you. So let’s begin!

Happy learning!


Your Instructor


R Upskill
R Upskill

Part of Cactus Communications’ R ecosystem of tools and solutions for researchers, R Upskill is a learning platform that comprises of the largest collection of researcher-focused programs, developed by top academic experts. Learn anytime, anywhere with bite-sized online programs on research writing, journal publication, career development, science communication, funding, researcher wellness, and more. Our multi-format programs come with expert advice, practical examples, and a certificate on course completion, which allow researchers to apply what they’ve learnt to excel in real-world scenarios. Trusted by top academic institutions, and over 15,000 researchers, R Upskill empowers researchers to master new skills on the path to all-round researcher success.


Course Curriculum


  Before you begin
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  Lesson 1: The importance of academic publishing
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  Lesson 3: What type of article would you like to publish?
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  Lesson 4: More about peer review
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  Training Effectiveness Survey
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