Bilkent University has access to the Nature Masterclasses online course in scientific writing and publishing January 2017

Before you start… Make sure you are using Bilkent University’s wifi or internet, or are accessing Bilkent University’s network remotely. This is essential for accessing the online course.

Let’s get going! Visit masterclasses.nature.com and click on “REGISTER” in the top right corner.

Register Enter your email and hit “Register”! Alternatively sign up with LinkedIn.

Nearly there… You’re prompted to check your email inbox, where you’ll see a Nature Masterclasses email. Click to “Confirm your email address”.

You’re registered! Enter a few final details and then that’s it - you can start using the course.

Access the course Once signed in, click on “Access the training” on the homepage.

The course contains 15 modules Taking you through the entire scientific publishing process. Planning & writing a paper Data Management (1 hour) What Makes a Great Paper (2.5 hours) Elements of Writing Style (1 hour) Titles & Abstracts (1.5 hours) From Introduction to Conclusions (1.5 hours) Submitting to a journal Data Presentation (3 hours) Selecting a Journal for Publication (1 hour) Submitting Your Paper (1 hour) The Editorial Process (1 hour) Journal Decisions (1.5 hours) Publication & authorship Understanding Peer Review (2.5 hours) Writing a Review (1 hour) Plagiarism & Other Ethical Issues (1.5 hours) Authorship & Authors’ Responsibilities (1.5 hours) Measuring Impact (2.5 hours)

You’ll learn… How to get the most out of the writing process Submission procedures and cover letter tips How the manuscript selection process works at top journals What happens to papers once they’ve been submitted Explaining what it takes to get published in top journals!

The instructors? Over 30 editors from over 20 Nature journals.

“But I don’t have time!” The modules are made up: Short articles 1-5 minute videos Quick activities, such as multiple-choice questions Ideal for a spare 5 minutes in the lab!

What else is on the website? Blog Additional resources and tips for using the website Ask Our Editors Post your scientific publishing questions to get answers directly from Nature journal editors Training Another way into the course Your Profile Create a profile and add your photo

Make the most of your access! Register today at masterclasses.nature.com and learn how to turn great science into great manuscripts.