Ian Daniels
@academicsuccess.bsky.social
I share academic tips so you can be a confident and successful writer. I boost your writing skills using my LIGHTHOUSE method, so you can get the most out of your course and boost your career. Free eBook for Master’s students: AcademicSuccessforMe.com
Teachers can use AI to transform their classrooms. The best platforms have three key features to support learning: personalisation, real-time feedback, and engaging content. Have you discovered any AI tools that tick these 3 boxes? I think I have! Link below. #AIinEducation #EdTech #AcademicSuccess
Inter article in the Economist (if you have paywall access) showing how academic writing is getting harder to read— across fields but in the humanities most of all. A call for pragmatic and accessible writing. www.economist.com/science-and-... #acwri #academicwriting
Academic writing is getting harder to read—the humanities most of all
We analyse two centuries of scholarly work
economist.com
Have a fun n productive festive season!!! #acrwi #academicsuccess #merryxmas
Did you know your professional background could be your biggest academic advantage? Returning to higher education gives you a unique edge—your ability to relate course content to real-world contexts. #AcWri #MastersStudent #AcademicSuccess #WritingSkills #CriticalThinking #Thesis #Dissertation
You’ve got to do what works for you, and the Pomodoro Technique doesn’t work for me... But what’s 1 writing-productivity approach that REALLY works for you?? #AcademicWriting #UniTips #MastersStudent #AcademicSuccess #WritingSkills #Essay #Thesis #Dissertation
Small grammar mistakes like using "that" and "which" incorrectly could be holding back your grades. Small mistakes can pile up and leave your reader questioning your attention to detail. #AcademicWriting #GrammarTips #MastersStudent #AcademicSuccess #WritingSkills #EssayW #Thesis #Dissertation
Want to make your research process faster and more organised? Every time a paper references another study that catches your attention, put it in the snowball column. It’s like creating a personalised research trail tailored to your topic. #AcademicWriting #MastersStudent #University #StudySmart
Don't let fear of criticism hold you back! Tracked Changes turns feedback into a learning opportunity, boosting your writing skills with every edit #word #trackedchanges #essay #university #postgrad #studytips #boostgrades #careerboost #mastersdegree #acwri #academicsuccess
The last paragraph of your Conclusion should deliver the overall take-home message of your study: your conclusions! They should be stated clearly and succinctly. #university #courseworktips #essaytips #writingtips #writinghack #degree #mastersdegree #academicwriting #academicsuccess
You can develop strong writing skills and confidence with the right approach. I know that consistent practice and feedback are the keys to getting to grips with your course quickly and effectively. #academicwriting #university #unistudent #masters #uniadvice #confidence #academicsuccess
Feeling like your dissertation is an impossible mountain to climb? You are not alone! #AcademicWriting #MindsetShifts #PostgradLife #SanitySavers #TransformYourWriting #HigherEducation #WritingTips #MindsetMatters #GradSchoolStruggles #SelfCareJourney
Feeling guilty about choosing your Master's over family time? You're not alone! #AcademicSuccess #FamilyFirst #MasteringMasters #BalanceIsKey #PrioritizeFamily #SuccessWithoutSacrifice #TimeManagementTips #StudySmartNotHard #GradSchoolLife #CrushYourGoals #WorkLifeBalance
From Practical Pro to Theory Newbie, the postgrad mindset shift is REAL. Here are 4 tips that helped me (and can help you too!). #AcademicWriting #MindsetShifts #PostgradLife #SanitySavers #TransformYourWriting #HigherEducation #WritingTips #MindsetMatters #GradSchoolStruggles #SelfCareJourney
Another Saturday, another #OUMAOT community meetup! 🎉 Today, Nicki Berry—an MA in #OnlineTeaching alum from 10 years ago & now Head of Accessibility in the UK Civil Service—shares her journey and how @OpenUniversity supported her along the way. 🙌 #OnlineLearning #Accessibility #DigitalEducation
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One of the best end of term memes out there. #libraries #finals #academicwriting #gradschool #highered
Are you unknowingly using throwaway sentences in your text? Learn how to identify and eliminate throwaway sentences for clear, impactful academic writing. #academicsuccess #acriwri ,#academicwriting # dissertation
3 Key checks you need to do before you submit your essay or dissertation. Do you know what checks you should do before you hit SEND? #academicwriting #sciwri #academicsuccess #essay #thesis #dissertation #phd #university
If you’re currently studying, you should definitely check out these resources to get the most out of your course. #academicwriting #acwri #university #postgrad #study #dissertation
Are you aiming for a Distinction in your next master's essay? How to avoid losing valuable writing time by not going off on a tangent! #academicwriting #acwri #academicsuccess #mastersdegree #essay #postgrad
Stop trying to sound all fancy and ditch the jargon! Flow and clarity are what matter most. #academicwriting #jargon #writingtips #essay #masters
Change your mindset about your uni presentations. Thinking back to my first few presentations still stresses me out! Here's something I wished I knew earlier. #Academicpresentations #AcademicSuccess #Masters #PostgraduateSupport #StudyTips #Presentingskills #assignments
Master's students: you need to understand the level of detail that key 'action' words require for top marks. Knowing the difference in this example will help you meet expectations accurately. #CriticalWriting #AcademicSuccess #Masters #WritingSkills #PostgraduateSupport #StudyTips #AcademicWriting
I understand why you're thinking about it, but you need to know this today: #academicsuccess #acwri #academicwriting #essaywritingservice #university #selflearning
What's the most challenging part of writing your lit review? #academicwriting #MastersStudent #postgraduate #academicsuccess #acwri #dissertation #litreview
We use Firstly, Secondly etc. all the time when we're talking, so what's the problem in academic writing? Some supervisors think they are a bit outdated.... Signposting language changes over time. #AcademicSuccess #Masters #WritingSkills #PostgraduateSupport #StudyTips #AcademicWriting
Yes! Timed writing sessions are a great way to increase productivity. Turn that phone off and set tomato to 1 hour!
Lindsey Metcalf McGrath@lmetcalfmcgrath.bsky.social · 2y agoConcentration levels are very low today. Going to dust off the old #pomodoro timer from my PhD days and see if I can find some writing focus! #AcWri
This really made my Monday!! 😀 This is part of a message I got from a student I taught a long time ago, after landing her dream job: "You were one of the teachers that really motivated me to keep pushing through and i just can't thank you enough!!" #academicsuccess #emotional #graduation #newjob
