Social media for academics
By: Carrigan, Mark
Material type: BookPublisher: Los Angeles : Sage, c2016.Description: x, 194 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9781446298695Subject(s): Social media | Online social networksDDC classification: 302.23102437812 CA SO Online resources: Location MapItem type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection | 302.23102437812 CA SO (Browse shelf) | Available | T0055299 |
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302.23101 TU EN Envisioning information / | 302.23101 TU EN Envisioning information / | 302.2310141 GE DI Discourse and identity on Facebook | 302.23102437812 CA SO Social media for academics | 302.23108350973 MI HA Hanging out, messing around, and geeking out : | 302.2310994 JE RI The rise of the fifth estate : | 302.2322 RI AN Analysing newspapers : |
Social media and digital scholarship -- Using social media to publicise your work -- Using social media to build your network -- Using social media for public engagement -- Using social media to manage information -- Professional identity in an age of social media -- Communicating effectively online -- Finding the time for social media -- The future landscape of academic social media.
Social media is an increasingly important part of academic life that can be a fantastic medium for promoting your work, networking with colleagues and for demonstrating impact. However, alongside the opportunities it also poses challenging questions about how to engage online, and how to represent yourself professionally. This practical book provides clear guidance on effectively and intelligently using social media for academic purposes across disciplines. It is supported by real life examples and underpinned by principles of good practice. -- from back cover