Our How to Do Research and Get Published webinar series has officially concluded for 2024, marking another year of engaging and informative sessions. We’ve stayed true to our mission of democratizing industry knowledge, thanks to our expert panelists and the active participation of our audience.
Here are some of our key accomplishments from this year:
Empowering Researchers
At the heart of our mission is the commitment to support researchers in producing and disseminating outstanding scholarship. We’re thrilled to offer this free webinar series as part of that support. As one researcher shared:
Sage is doing amazing work and sharing years of expertise in academics at no charge. I find this exceptional and exemplary, and certainly gain a lot from the webinars.” - Cornelia, Lecturer, South Africa
Our webinars support researchers at all career stages and publishing experience levels. In 2024, 68% had published 1-5 papers, 12% had published 6-10 papers, and 20% had published 11-25 papers.
Expanding Our Webinar Library
In 2024, we hosted 11 new webinars that delved into a wide range of topics, from study methodology and article front matter to open access and beyond. These additions bring our total webinar library to 29 insightful sessions, all available for you to explore at your convenience.
Reaching a Global Audience
Our webinars have truly gone global! This year, we reached an impressive 39,000 people from 166 countries. Whether you’re tuning in from YouTube or a Chinese streaming service, our recordings are accessible worldwide. On YouTube alone, our webinar recordings have been viewed 17,000 times this year.
Engaging with Our Audience
We believe in the power of interaction. During our live webinars, panelists addressed audience questions in real-time, and we continue the conversation on the Sage Perspectives blog. In 2024, we answered over 1,500 questions from our engaged attendees, ensuring that your queries never go unanswered.
Enhancing Accessibility
Accessibility is a priority for us. Our webinars feature live closed captioning in English and auto-translation into 35 languages, making our content accessible to a diverse global audience.
Showcasing Expert Knowledge
Our webinars are enriched by the expertise of our guest panelists. This year, we were joined by 33 speakers from various disciplines and countries. Their diverse experiences as authors, reviewers, and editors bring fresh perspectives to our discussions.
Celebrating Achievements
We are thrilled to announce that our webinar series won its second APEX Award in the Campaigns, Programs & Plans – Education & Training category. This prestigious recognition highlights the quality and impact of our educational efforts.
