A team of three faculty members and five undergraduate researchers are conducting a scoping review to examine the impact of conference attendance on the professional development of preservice teachers. An initial literature review revealed gaps in existing research, highlighting the need for a systematic exploration of this topic. According to Scheinfeld (2024), a successful scoping review consists of six key steps: defining a clear research objective, identifying relevant databases and key search terms, selecting an effective citation management tool and review platform, extracting and analyzing data, and synthesizing preliminary findings. This presentation will outline our team’s progress in conducting the scoping review, including our methodological approach, database selection, and key insights gained thus far. As our review is ongoing, we will also share preliminary reflections from student researchers on the process and its broader implications for preservice teacher development.
