Beyond the Dissertation: Inspiring Practitioners to Continue Their Publishing Journey

• In Event: Mentoring in the Learning Process

Abstract

The transition from completing a doctoral dissertation to ongoing scholarly publishing can be challenging, particularly for practitioners outside academia. This exploratory study investigates why doctoral degree holders in Education, especially those in non-academic careers, rarely publish scholarly work post-dissertation. By examining the role of mentorship, the study identifies factors hindering publication and develops effective mentoring practices to bridge the gap between doctoral training and academic publishing challenges. The study aims to explore tailored mentoring strategies to support ongoing scholarly engagement for graduates in various professional contexts.

Authors

• Henderson Lewis, Louisiana State University

• Veysel Altunel, Louisiana State University

• Stacy-Ann Campbell, Louisiana State University