The Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), through its Capacity Building Program in Science and Mathematics Education (CBPSME), in collaboration with the West Visayas State University (WVSU) Research Journal and the Patriot Scholars Organization, organized a groundbreaking 3-day seminar workshop titled “Transforming Data into Published Research: A Seminar Workshop on Preparing Manuscripts for Publication”.

 

This event, held from November 6 to 8, 2024, at the Richmonde Hotel in Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City, aimed to empower scholars with the skills and knowledge required to transform their research data into publishable manuscripts.

The seminar drew 69 committed DOST-SEI CBPSME scholars, each equipped with their research papers and laptops, ready to engage in this intensive training.

 

The workshop featured esteemed resource speakers, including Dr. Aris C. Larroder, Editor-in-Chief of the WVSU Journal, and Dr. Jayeel S. Cornelio, Director of DOST-SEI.

 

The event was further enriched by the presence of prominent figures such as Dr. Joselito F. Villaruz, WVSU president; Dr. Peter Ernie D. Paris, WVSU vice president for Administration and Finance; Dr. Josette T. Biyo, human resource department consultant for DOST-SEI; and Mrs. Sheila L. Oliverio, Project Technical Specialist I, who provided valuable insights and encouragement throughout the seminar.

 

Dr. Villaruz opened the seminar with an inspiring message, emphasizing the critical role of research publication in bolstering science education in the region.

 

Dr. Paris posed a thought-provoking challenge to the participants, asking, “So what if you have successfully defended your thesis or dissertation? What happens next?” This question underscored the importance of sharing research findings for the benefit of the broader Filipino community.

 

On the other hand, Dr. Biyo echoed this call, stressing the importance of giving back by contributing to the nation’s research and extension efforts.

 

The workshop sessions were meticulously structured to provide a deep dive into the publication process. Dr. Larroder’s plenary session introduced participants to the IMRAD (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion) format, enhanced by the Situation-Problem Solution-Proposal (SPSP) framework for constructing compelling introductions.

 

Scholars also learned techniques for identifying credible, internationally indexed journals and leveraging AI tools for efficient literature reviews.

 

On the second day, Dr. Cornelio led an engaging session on “Publishing 101,” focusing on the three Cs of publication namely contribution, coherence, and clarity. He shared practical tips for selecting suitable journals and maximizing the impact of their research through clear and concise writing.

 

The final day featured a hands-on writeshop, where scholars presented their revised manuscript drafts for peer and mentor feedback. This interactive session provided an invaluable opportunity for participants to refine their work based on expert guidance.

 

The seminar concluded with a certificate awarding ceremony, expressions of gratitude from both organizers and participants, and a commemorative group photo, symbolizing the scholars’ readiness to contribute to the academic community through published research.