The BSA PG Forum podcasting handbook An introduction to academic podcasting Audacity – free audio editor Call recorder for Skype (probably free ones out there but this is great) Tool to convert to or from MP3 The Sociological Imagination podcast section (e-mail here to… Read More ›
Tag Archive for ‘research communication’
Advice on introducing Twitter to academics
Twitter has a definite image problem. It first penetrated the public consciousness in a way which has left it defined by celebrities and, particularly for academics, this is unattractive. If you want to persuade academics to use it, it’s important… Read More ›
Using social media for impact and public engagement – a case study of @projectmyplace
In this podcast Mark Carrigan talks to Martin Price of the MYPLACE project (it was originally recorded for the Digital Change GPP). MYPLACE brings together 16 universities across 14 European countries, as well 14 other public institutions. It’s a massive and fascinating project, looking at… Read More ›
What does the government’s open access announcement mean for researchers? A round up of coverage and reaction…
The BIS announcement The Finch report Finch report: the question of costs Why the UK Should Not Heed the Finch Report Predictable Problems — The UK’s Move to Open Access Free access to British scientific research within two years Government and… Read More ›
The Arrogance of Publishers vs. Academic Culture – Why the Outcome Is Virtually Certain
“Technologists also believe that publishing is transportable — anyone can be a publisher. All you need are some basic skills, access to a blogging platform, and some determination. While for certain forms of expression this can be true — this… Read More ›