Sophie Arthur of Soph Talks Science on Instagram
Sophie Arthur, is a science communicator interested in curiosity.
Based in the United Kingdom, she runs the blog Soph Talks Science, winner of the 2018 UK Blog Awards.
Social Media Platforms for Academics, A Breakdown of the Networks
Check out my in-depth guide to social media for professors, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and more.
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8 Ways A Personal Academic Website Can Impact Your Life
Personal websites are the most effective way to share your academic accomplishments. Let's talk about the benefits of a personal academic website.
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It’s OK to Take a Break from Social Media and How to Detox
Taking a break from social media has so many benefits. And practically no consequences. This post is all about how it can help you.
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Meet the Social Academics, My Interview Guests of 2019
Meet the interview features of 2019: Leigh A. Hall, Greg Loring-Albright, Jazmine Benjamin, Echo Rivera, Daisy Shu, and Jessica Doble, Sophie Arthur, Walter D. Greason, Tomi Oluwasanmi, Lauren Smart, Norman Eng, and Melanie Bruce.
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Enjoy Social Media? I Asked Academic Twitter Here’s What You Said
This post is all about enjoying your time on social media. Academics and researchers are busy, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't enjoy your social media life.
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PhD Candidate Jessica Doble Talks Fanfiction and Social Media Management
PhD candidate Jessica Doble researches fanfiction and online communities in popular culture media.
We chat about Instagram, Twitter, and having the feed you really want.
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Postdoc Daisy Shu Talks Science Communication on Instagram
I chat with Daisy Shu, a postdoc at Harvard's Schepens Eye Research Institute.
We talk about her journey to enjoying social media and the people who inspired her. Then, learn about her experience crowdfunding her PhD research!
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How to talk about your new book on social media
Whether you have a new book hitting stores, or are just starting on your manuscript, social media is the best way to get the word out there.
Let's talk about what you need to share your new book on social media.
PhD Student Jazmine Benjamin Talks Community on Twitter
I chat with Jazmine Benjamin, a Cellular and Molecular Biology PhD student at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
She's made great connections on social media. Learn about her research, and social media life!
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Echo Rivera Talks Presentations and #DeathByPowerPoint
I chat with Dr. Echo Rivera, who helps academics and scientists communicate through presentations.
We talk about using Twitter all day, jumping into conversations, and more.
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Share your Talk or Conference Presentation on Social Media
Every presentation or talk you give is a chance to make an impact.
Let's talk talk about the benefits of announcing your talk on social media.
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PhD Student Greg Loring-Albright Talks Crowdfunding on Social Media and Game Design
Greg-Loring Albright is a 2nd year Communications and Media PhD student at Drexel University.
We talk about game design, Twitter, and social media life.
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Share Your Academic Writing on Social Media with Process Writing
Academic writing takes a long time. Peer review is slow.
That's why it's so important to start talking about your project now.
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Leigh A. Hall of Teaching Academia Talks About YouTube
Meet Leigh A. Hall, PhD, Professor of Adolescent Literature at the University of Wyoming in the 1st feature interview on The Social Academic blog.
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New to Social Media? Find Your Scholarly Network with These Tips
People tell you to join Twitter for the conversation, or connect on Facebook. Once you get there, what's the best way to ensure you have a good time?
Social media is a two-way street. It's important that you follow the right people to have a curated feed.
By following the right people, you take control of the types of content you are regularly exposed to. This is true for every platform.
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Gift Guide for Grad Students 2020
Graduate students need the holiday season to relax. It's important to practice self-care, and spend time with friends and family. But what do you buy them?
You want your grad student to have the gift they need this holiday season. You know them well, but do you know what they need for their grad school life?
My gift guide is here to help.
Communicate Your Academic Life This Holiday Season
Chances are you're spending time this holiday season with friends and family outside your specialty.
Whether you're an student or faculty member, explaining how and what you do can feel overwhelming. Ask yourself
What is the impact of your work?
What part will be of most interest to this group?
What can I compare this to?
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Let’s Bust 3 Myths About Social Media for Academics
Studies of "documented the exacting nature of self-promotion," but the reality is, most researchers and academics are missing out by not connecting with a huge potential audience on social media.
Read my 3 Myths on Social Media and discover why you should get on board.
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A Guide to Instagram for Academics
Researchers and scholars are turning to Instagram to share their work because it has more active users, and can capture the attention of both experts and non-experts.
So, what do you put on your Instagram profile once its up? Or, how can you improve your already active account?
A Guide to Twitter for Academics
Get my top tips for professors on Twitter. Learn about how I joined Twitter, and why you should consider it too.
You Need a Personal Academic Website or Online Web Portfolio
A personal academic website is a must for your life as a faculty or researcher.
Are you ready for an academic website?
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Welcome to The Social Academic
Welcome to The Social Academic blog. I'm Jennifer van Alstyne (@HigherEdPR). I share articles and interviews on managing your online presence.
Start here to learn about the blog. And get a full listing of articles, interviews, and videos.
