Workshop Development Recommendations:
- Suggested timeline framework
- Engage subject-matter experts to:
- Update/modify curriculum as necessary – develop/revise slides
- Participate as instructors
- Serve as advisers in data science and/or advocacy
- Use a workshop moderator for training consistency
- Outline expectations for SMEs, instructors, and moderators
- Small number of instructors
- Outline expectations for participants
- Provide ample time for trainee applications – promote, submit, review, etc.
- Small training group
- Alert applicants about travel funding availability/restrictions ASAP – outline specific details and amounts for reimbursements
- Meeting space and lodging facilities must be close together or transportation provided
- Provide transportation to/from airport if no public transportation is available
- Include networking reception/dinner during workshop
- Provide participants hard copies of workshop materials