In addition to the video content that comes with the membership, regular live sessions are held each month. Dates and Zoom links can be viewed on the Zoom Links page. There is no need to sign-up for these sessions, just click the Zoom link at the allocated time to join – everyone is welcome! 

Note that we do use webcams for these sessions (we're a friendly bunch and Lyn likes to see your smiling faces). Only the Live Q&A sessions are recorded, and webcams are edited out before the video is placed in the membership library.


If you're planning to regularly attend live sessions or use the Welo space, it would be worth joining the Research Accelerator WhatsApp group so that you receive notifications of any technology issues or additional sessions. Email Lyn with your cellphone number to be added.


The  Research Accelerator Welo Space

Outside of the formal hosted sessions described below, members can work in the Research Accelerator Welo space. This is open 24/7, so you can join at any time – members can find the link to join the Welo space down the left-hand navigation menu from the courses dashboard (look for it underneath 'Live Sessions'). 

If you'd like to connect with other members in the space, we recommend working in 'Pomodoro Palace' (in the centre of the space). If you'd prefer to work solo, there are plenty of single office pods you can 'sit' in. Welo works a little different than Zoom or Teams, so if you haven't used it before, it would be worth checking out the tutorial that Lyn recorded.


Shut Up & Research (SU&R)

Session length: 3 hours

There are two types of SU&R – sessions that are hosted by Lyn (which are more formal as they're an "official" part of the membership), and member hosted sessions which are smaller, informal groups facilitated by members who have kindly volunteered to host a regular time slot. The format of member hosted sessions are decided by the host, so these may run slightly differently, but the general idea of the sessions is described below.

SU&R are virtual co-working sessions which are great for accountability and/or company while you work. They are similar to 'Shut Up & Write' sessions which you may be familiar with. There are introductions at the start where everyone briefly outlines what they plan to work on during the session. We then work independently (usually for 50 minute blocks), with breaks in between so that you can grab a hot drink or chat with your fellow researchers. At the end there's a check-in round for you to tell the group what you achieved. It's a really supportive environment, and everyone is usually highly productive during the session.

If you're a member, you can find dates/times and the link to join these sessions on the Zoom Links page.
 
Etiquette: If you join the session late, please ensure you're on mute as others will be working. You can send a message via the chat to say hello and tell the group what you'll be working on. We work with webcams on, but this isn't compulsory. If you can't stay for the full session that's absolutely fine – you can say goodbye to the group via the chat.


Shut Up & Organise (SU&O)

Session length: 30 mins

SU&O are similiar in format to the SU&R sessions above, but they're much shorter and are designed to help you put your best foot forward for the day/week. They run each weekday at 8:30am NZT.  Use the time to organise files, plan ahead, tackle your emails/task list or anything else you need.  At the start of the session everyone briefly outlines what they plan to work on. We then work independently for 25 minutes and at the end there's a check-in round for you to tell the group what you achieved. These sessions are usually facilitated by Lyn but from time to time a member of the group will host in her place. 

If you're a member, you can find the link to join these sessions on the Zoom Links page.
 
Etiquette: If you join the session late, please ensure you're on mute as others will be working. You can send a message via the chat to say hello and tell the group what you'll be working on. We work with webcams on, but this isn't compulsory. 


Live Group Q&A

Session length: 1 hour

Bring along any questions you have about your research or the Research Accelerator content. If you don't have any questions yourself, attend anyway to learn from others in the group!  It's helpful if you submit your questions to Lyn beforehand, as that gives her a chance to prepare the answer. You're welcome to just turn up on the day though!

You can keep your webcam on during the session if you're comfortable with this – these are edited out of the video before it's uploaded to the Research Accelerator website for others to view.

If you can't attend the session live, submit your question beforehand and you can watch the recording later.

If you're a member, you can find dates and the link to join these sessions on the Zoom Links page.


Productivity Chat

Session length: 20–25 mins

If you’re interested in productivity strategies, there’s a small group of us who meet after the Tuesday morning Shut Up & Organise session each week to share our favourite tips. It’s very informal – we just stay behind after the organised session for 20–25 mins to chat about all things productivity-related. All are welcome. 


Research Accelerator Drop-ins with Lyn

Session length: 15 mins

Individual drop-in times are available with Lyn each week on a first-come, first-served basis. These are for 15 minutes and can be booked via Lyn's online calendar. At this stage there is no limit as to how many of these sessions you can book, but we encourage members to keep in mind that the times are for all members. Lyn tries to vary to timeslots and days of the week that drop-ins are available. 


Masterclass Series

Session length: 3-4 hours

Live masterclasses are a new addition to the Research Accelerator membership that is being trailed in mid-2024 (one each month). These are an opportunity to build on some of the basic research and software skills that can be learned from the Research Accelerator content. 

Masterclasses require registration – this is different to all other Research Accelerator sessions where you can just turn up on the day. We ask that you only register if you are able to commit to the full masterclass – it will be disruptive for the facilitator and other attendees if people are coming and going during the session. If you are unable to attend the session live, we will be recording it, and an edited version will be available in the Research Accelerator library.

Note: You must have an active Research Accelerator membership for the masterclass dates in order to be eligible for registration.