Social media tools academics may find useful

By Shannon Rupp. When it comes to making a foray into social media, the first question novices should ask themselves is, “What do I want to achieve?” That’s the advice of British sociologist Mark Carrigan, who wrote the book Social Media for Academics. He writes that social media tools can enhance any academic career, provided you choose the right tool to serve your professional goals and don’t let it become a time-waster. More...