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January 4, 2017

Research > Publication > Impact (You Might Need a Strategy for That)

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Archived Webinar: Survey Tips for Librarians
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November 22, 2016

Archived Webinar: Survey Tips for Librarians

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Evolving Door: Moving from Researcher to Research Manager
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August 11, 2016

Evolving Door: Moving from Researcher to Research Manager

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Academics Urged to Flip Their Academic Writing
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March 3, 2016

Academics Urged to Flip Their Academic Writing

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I Have a Journal Article. How Do I Write a Blog Post About it?

I Have a Journal Article. How Do I Write a Blog Post About it?

If you can really do communication in an accessible way, explains Patrick Dunleavy, your writing may also circulate widely in other disciplines and in the external world outside universities, enhancing your reputation there. And you are in luck – he also explains one way to do that.

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A Primer for the Beginning Peer Reviewer

A Primer for the Beginning Peer Reviewer

The first time you’re asked to write a peer review, it can seem like confirmation that you are no longer an academic poseur but a real member of the club. Then the realization that you’ve never written a peer review sets in. Here are some tips on taking that initial step.

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Three Webinars Give Tips on Data Mining

Three Webinars Give Tips on Data Mining

An archived version of a webinar offering strategies and tools for text and data mining for scholars in the social sciences and […]

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You’d Like PowerPoint If You Only Used It Right

You’d Like PowerPoint If You Only Used It Right

It’s a poor workman who blames his tools, argue two proponents of the ‘proper’ use of PowerPoint in the classroom. And here they offer tips on how to use the dread Microsoft product well.

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Awaiting Academic Success? When Frogs Fly

Awaiting Academic Success? When Frogs Fly

Critics of various bits of research often go to great lengths to make the studies seem silly, not serious. But ‘silly’ endeavors often result in serious societal gains — and maybe a boost for your career.

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Book Review: How to Write a Thesis

Book Review: How to Write a Thesis

The author of ‘In the name of the Rose, Umberto Eco, has another classic under his belt. Now in its 23rd edition in Italy and translated into 17 languages, How to Write a Thesis has just received its long overdue publication in English.

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How to Avoid Being Misquoted by the Press

How to Avoid Being Misquoted by the Press

Journalists have their own set of accuracy issues, so don’t add to them by making it hard to pick out your message from a torrent of disconnected thoughts carpet bombed on the ink-stained class. Here, Kevin Anselmo offers advice on preparation and training beforehand to reduce the likelihood of being misquoted.

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So You Wanna Be a YouTube Star? Here’s Some Tips

So You Wanna Be a YouTube Star? Here’s Some Tips

Have you thought about trying public outreach with your research by starring in or making videos for online viewership? Here’s some handy tips on presenting your social science Gangnam style.

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