Research Skills
Online Workshop: „Academic Writing and Publishing Articles with AI Tools“ (28.07.2025, 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. & 22.09.2025 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.) Fully booked- waiting list only
This workshop is offered in cooporation with the LIfBi.
Short Outline
In this course, we focus on the entire process of preparing and publishing an academic article in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). First, we lay the groundwork for using AI in the writing process by examining its functionalities, strengths and weaknesses, as well as the usage restrictions and relevant AI tools for academic writing. We then go through the writing and publishing processes from start to finish, including strategically finding suitable calls for papers, preparing an effective abstract, and using AI tools to assist with writing the manuscript, as well as navigating the peer review process. The course consists of asynchronous self-study units and exercises in which participants work on a current project. Participants will receive individual feedback from the trainer on their work, writing process, and use of AI as needed. During the synchronous sessions, we will discuss any challenges or questions that arise and reflect on practical examples and individual issues.
Learning objectives
Participants can …
- Define how generative AI works, its strengths and weaknesses
- Describe how to work with AI tools in academic writing
- Tell which AI tools are useful and apply a selection of them in their academic writing process
- Describe the publication process of academic articles
Prepare an effective abstract and manuscript for a publication in an academic journal and use AI in this process adequately. Give and take feedback on academic texts professionall
Methods
- Self-study units (videos, academic writing, e-mail and voluntary individual support via mail/zoom/phone)
- Plenary and smaller group discussions
- WebQuest
- Interactive AI and writing exercises and reflection
Peer-review simulation game
The workshop is mainly aimed at Doctoral Candidates and Postdocs. In case of any vacant places, it is open to anyone interested.
Registration:
To register, please send an email to weiterbildung(at)lifbi.de by July 14, 2025. Registration is mandatory. The number of participants is limited to 15- the workshop is fully booked. You can register for a waiting list only.
About the Trainer
Dr. Sabrina Sontheimer studied English Literature, German Linguistics and Theatre at LMU Munich. She holds a PhD in English Literature and has worked as a research assistant and lecturer at the Institute of English Philology at LMU for over 10 years. She is a certified trainer in university teaching and online didactics. From 2022-2024, she was co-manager of the Writing Center at LMU, responsible for the university teacher training in writing didactics as well as academic writing with AI tools.