Our next virtual trainings are being held in May 2025, September 2025, and January 2026.

See below for additional session information, and scroll further to read our (new!) training FAQs and sign up for our newsletter to be notified of updates.

May 2025 Training

This training will be held on May 19 – 22, 2025.

  • Monday, February 3, 2025: Applications go live
  • Friday, March 7, 2025: Applications due by 4pm ET
  • Friday, March 14, 2025: Notification of acceptance
  • Friday, March 28, 2025: Deadline to complete registration
  • Monday, May 19 – Thursday, May 22, 2025: May 2025 MOST Training

September 2025 Training

**New Schedule**

Participants will meet weekly on Fridays for four weeks.

Training Dates:

  • Friday, September 12: Day 1
  • Friday, September 19: Day 2
  • Friday, September 26: Day 3
  • Friday, October 3: Day 4

Stay tuned for additional information.

January 2026 Training

**New Schedule**

Participants will meet on Th/Fr and then the following M/T.

Training Dates:

  • Thursday, January 8: Day 1
  • Friday, January 9: Day 2
  • Monday, January 12: Day 3
  • Tuesday, January 13: Day 4

Stay tuned for additional information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please make sure to review these FAQs before submitting your application. Still have questions? Reach out to us at cadiotrainings@nyu.edu.

The objective of the training is to help you to gain the skills you need to make MOST a part of your
research program, including writing a successful grant application to support research based on MOST.

Our training is 100% online. It is an integration of asynchronous (self-paced) and synchronous (live) training, and requires active participation from learners.

Learners prepare for the synchronous portion of the training by completing an assigned asynchronous online course at their convenience, along with two assignments designed to help them apply the concepts in their own work. We estimate that the asynchronous course takes approximately 16 hours to complete, and the assignments take approximately one hour each.

In the synchronous portion, the instructors and learners meet live to discuss and answer questions about the materials in the asynchronous portion, learn about the latest in intervention optimization methods, and share practical advice. Learning takes place both in general sessions involving all attendees, and in two small group (6-8 learners) sessions led by an instructor. In the small group sessions learners take turns presenting one of the assignments for instructor input and group discussion.

We hold two optional follow-up sessions approximately one month after the synchronous training. Led by an instructor, these live sessions provide an opportunity for learners to ask any lingering questions, clarify details, or ask questions about applications in their own work. Spots are limited, so participants should sign up in advance to secure a spot.

The premise of a flipped classroom training is that the best use of classroom time is in active reinforcement of concepts and skills through discussion and exercises, rather than lectures. Our synchronous training can devote ample time to such activities because learners prepare in advance by completing a special asynchronous course we have created. This asynchronous course takes the place of lectures.  We do not spend any time lecturing during the synchronous training. Instead, we spend time in structured open discussion and in answering any and all questions from learners. We have found that this is the best way to teach the material effectively and efficiently.

We’re glad you asked!

First, remember that the training comprises BOTH the asynchronous and synchronous portions. The synchronous portion is built upon the asynchronous course, so take the asynchronous course seriously. Allow enough time to go through it carefully. Do the readings.

Second, when you participate in the synchronous course, pay attention to the agenda and be sure you are prepared each day. You may wish to review parts of the asynchronous course to refresh your memory.

Third, while completing the asynchronous course, make a list of questions and comments to be shared during the synchronous training. Keep this list handy while participating in the training.

Fourth, we want to address all of your questions, so be sure to ask them! During the synchronous training you can use the “raise your hand” feature in Zoom, or put the question in the chat. You can also enter questions in the daily course evaluations. If somehow a question is not satisfactorily addressed, or you think of a question later, attend one of the follow-up sessions and ask it then.

If you expect you will not be able to find the time to complete the asynchronous course materials to prepare for the synchronous portion of the course, it is probably best if you wait and take the training another time.  Our training is based on the premise that learners have already been exposed to the material in the asynchronous course.

Our agenda includes sufficient time to go into as much detail as needed to answer any questions posed by attendees who have completed the asynchronous portion of the course, but unfortunately it does not include time for lecturing. If we delayed the training to provide necessary background to one or two people who did not complete the asynchronous portion, this would reduce the quality of the learning experience for the vast majority who did complete it.

We offer trainings two or three times per year most years, so we hope you can identify a time when your other commitments will permit you to complete the asynchronous portion of the course.

Yes, our trainings typically include learners from many different time zones. Usually, the general sessions are scheduled to begin in the late morning or early afternoon in the Eastern time zone of the US (Eastern standard time is UTC-5, Eastern daylight time is UTC-4), so that they start in the morning for people in the West Coast of the US and mid-afternoon/early evening for people in western Europe.  At each training we schedule small groups at two different times: before the general session, convenient for learners who live east of the US Eastern time zone, and after the general session, convenient for learners who live west of the US Eastern time zone.

Of course, there are many time zones on planet Earth and it is not possible to identify a time that is convenient for all. We have had many hardy learners who attend our training when it is very late at night or very early in the morning at their location.

We would love to have you in the training. Contact us in advance so that we can work together to make the training a pleasant and productive experience for you.

Certificates can be made available upon request to participants who maintained attendance in at least three of the plenaries and both discussion groups.

"This workshop was great. I went into this knowing very little about MOST and optimization trials. The content gave me more confidence in using this method in my work. The presenters were excellent and the small group discussions were particularly helpful."
January 2023 Training Participant
"This was a fantastic training. It covered key issues concerning use of the MOST framework broadly while also allowing for specific feedback on our own projects. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about this innovative approach!"
January 2023 Training Participant
"This was an excellent training that helped to solidify my understanding of MOST in an engaging and enjoyable way. Moreover, the facilitators of the discussions provided extremely helpful, personalized feedback that significantly strengthened my grant proposal. 10/10 would recommend!"
May 2023 Training Participant
"After this training, I feel much more confident in my ability to understand, design, and submit an application involving MOST. This was also a wonderful networking opportunity, and I have met colleagues and future collaborators from this training!"
May 2023 Training Participant
"The opportunity to learn about the use of the MOST framework has been an exciting new direction for my program of research. The course, workshop and publications have facilitated my learning experience with flexible course materials and the opportunity for feedback following the application of the learning materials. The instructors are fully engaged and so approachable. It is also fun to be part of a community that is genuinely excited about the new opportunities that the MOST framework presents to science."
May 2023 Training Participant

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