Kokavec, Anna (2023) Early Intervention: Helping Higher Degree Researchers Thrive throughout Candidature. In: Gasson, Susan, Bruce, Christine, Stoodley, Ian, Blacker, Jillian, and Winter, Abigail, (eds.) Confident Supervisors: Creating Independent Researchers. James Cook University, Townsville, QLD, Australia, pp. 57-67.

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Abstract

Sustainable higher degree research supervision requires a supportive and collaborative relationship between supervisors and higher degree researchers, which involves regular communication, clear expectations, and feedback. Higher degree researchers can face many challenges during their candidature which can impact their academic progress and well-being. When things do go wrong it is essential supervisors have the tools to identify problems early and provide appropriate guidance and support.

The Graduate Research Engagement Assessment Tool (GREAT) has been specifically designed as an early intervention communication tool to assist supervisors and higher degree researchers identify, assess, and problem-solve potential risks. The GREAT includes:

1. self-assessment section to build higher degree researchers’ self-awareness and problem-solve risk 2. questionnaire and scoring criteria to identify and quantify risk 3. opportunity to explore and request support 4. step-by-step guide to give supervision meetings structure 5. step-by-step guide to resolve challenges.

Item ID:	82535
Item Type:	Book Chapter (Teaching Material)
ISBN:	978-0-6459516-3-9
Keywords:	sustainable supervision; risk assessment; conflict resolution; effective communication
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