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Brieflands Academy of Journalism
Good journals are run by trained people. Brieflands Academy develops our editorial boards and the broader academic community through specialised workshops, training courses, and educational programs — covering academic journalism, peer review, and article writing, so participants stay at the forefront of how scholarly publishing actually works.
Join a workshop — or bring one to your team
Browse the full list of workshops and training sessions conducted by Brieflands, or request a tailored session for your editorial board.
Mission and vision
Our mission
To prepare researchers and emerging talents for success in journalism and research, offering a comprehensive learning experience in a professional, nurturing, and ethical setting.
What it delivers
Professional development for editorial teams and researchers, so that our journals and participants maintain the highest standards of quality and integrity.
Workshop offerings
Sessions designed for editors, reviewers, and researchers — from first principles to journal management.
Plagiarism: detection and prevention
Identifying and preventing academic misconduct — see also our plagiarism control service.
Meta-analysis workshop
Mastering techniques for advanced statistical analysis.
EndNote
Using the tool for efficient reference management.
AMA Manual of Style
Adhering to industry standards in medical writing and editing.
Article writing and editing
Enhancing scholarly communication skills.
Evaluating article types
Developing criteria for assessing different kinds of research articles.
Peer review methods
Upholding the integrity of scholarly review processes.
Driving with NeoScriber
Building proficiency in the journal management system.
Managing a journal network
Streamlining editorial processes and management across titles.
Impact Factor: pros and cons
Honest strategies to enhance a journal's influence and reach.
Learn to index a journal
Navigating journal inclusion in major databases — see our scientometric services.
Free resources for editorial boards. Training slides and guides from Academy workshops — indexing, ethics, peer review, and practical tools — are available to download on the Educational Materials page.