OVERVIEW OF THE MAIN CONTENTS AND OUTCOMES OF THE ISSA: EVALUATION AND FOLLOW-UP STRATEGIES

摘要

This contribution aims at illustrating contents and outcomes of the first three editions of the ISSA, including its mid-term impact on the careers of early-stage researchers who attended it. A longitudinal assessment was conducted with all participants (N=60), both at post-event and 6-month follow-up for each ISSA. Assessment included a questionnaire with structured and semi-structured questions on the satisfaction and usefulness of each module, as well as on advantages from participating in the ISSA. Findings underline the high rating of professional and research skills development in training for publication and grant-crafting. Furthermore, ‘interaction with established researchers’ and ‘being part of a research network’ were perceived as main benefits after attendance. Some students reported that, after the event, they remained in contact for study or research purposes. Results suggest that ISSA represented an exceptional opportunity for capacity building and to establish connections between researchers with different disciplinary backgrounds.