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Bonus Clip: Choosing How to Engage in Social Media [00:00-04:28]

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On this episode, I am joined by Dr. George Veletsianos, who holds a Canada Research Chair in Innovative Learning and Technology and is an Associate Professor at Royal Roads University. George is a former Fulbright scholar and early-career fellow of the Network of Excellence in Technology Enhanced Learning, a European Union Initiative. His research has been dedicated to understanding the practices and experiences of learners, educators, and scholars in emerging digital environments. In particular, he studies online social networks, open scholarship/education, and emerging technologies. He is the author of Social Media in Academia: Networked Scholars (Routledge, 2016), Online learning: Emerging Technologies and Emerging Practices (Athabasca University Press, in press), Emerging Technologies in Distance Education (Athabasca University Press, 2010), and Learner Experiences in MOOCs and Open Online Learning (Hybrid Pedagogy, 2013). Individually and collaboratively, he has also published more than 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters and given more than 100 talks at conferences and events worldwide. His research has been funded by the Canada Research Chairs Program, the National Science Foundation, the European Union, National Geographic, and the Swedish Knowledge Foundation.

Segment 1: Academics and Social Media [00:00-09:56]

In this first segment, George shares about how he became interested in social media as a research topic.

Segment 2: Promoting Scholarship [09:57-20:42]

In segment two, George shares about some of his methods for promoting scholarship online.

Segment 3: Social Media Engagement as an Academic [20:43-32:36]

In segment three, George discusses his own social media practices and chats about taking digital sabbaticals.

Bonus Clip: Choosing How to Engage in Social Media [00:00-04:28]

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Bonus Clip [00:00-03:22]: The Role of a Librarian as a Faculty Researcher

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On this episode, I am joined by Michaela Willi Hooper, the Scholarly Communication Library at Oregon State University and an Assistant Professor for the Center for Digital Scholarship and Services at the Valley Library. Michaela is a resource for faculty, staff, and students with questions about fair use and open access. She promotes ScholarsArchive@OSU and encourages compliance with funder public access requirements and the university's open access policy. Her research interests include transformative learning and student perception of issues in scholarly communication. Michaela earned her MS in Information Science? from the University of Michigan and a BA in History.

Segment 1: Copyright 101 [00:00-12:51]

In this first segment, Michaela shares some of the most important things that researchers need to know about copyright.

Segment 2: Publisher Contracts [12:52-22:54]

In segment two, Michaela demystifies some of the components of publisher contracts that are related to copyright.

Segment 3: Copyright as a Re-User [22:55-34:25]

In segment three, Michaela discusses copyright principles related to the re-use of resources for teaching and research.

Bonus Clip [00:00-03:22]: The Role of a Librarian as a Faculty Researcher

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On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Matt Bergman, an Assistant Professor at the University of Louisville in the College of Education and Human Development. He teaches adult students (25 and older) in the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Learning program. Dr. Bergman's research is focused on factors that impact adult learners in degree completion programs at four-year universities and he recently won a national competition for Innovation in Educational Attainment from the Gheen's Foundation based upon local implementation of his research. Dr. Bergman has also served in several other capacities at Appalachian State University and Lees-McRae College in Western North Carolina working in Enrollment Management, Athletic Learning Assistance, and Admissions. Prior to his career in Higher Education, Matt played Arena Football in Charleston, SC for a total of three seasons. He received a B.S. in Sports Administration, Physical Education, and Health Education from Union College in Barbourville, KY. He received a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development from the University of Louisville. He is a teacher, administrator, and ambassador of degree attainment at the local, regional, and national levels.

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Segment 1: Getting Launched as a New Faculty Member [00:00-11:45]

In this first segment, Matt shares about his first three years as a faculty member and how he shaped his research pipeline.

Segment 2: Prepping for a Third-Year Review [11:46-21:33]

In segment two, Matt shares some of his strategies for preparing for a third-year review as part of his tenure clock.

Segment 3: Imposter Syndrome [21:34-35:24]

In segment three, Matt shares about feelings of "imposter syndrome" and how he stays motivated.

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Bonus Clip: Considerations for Shifting from Academia to Industry [00:00-04:12]

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On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Jill Buban, Online Learning Consortium's Senior Director of Research & Innovation, where she oversees the organization's research and publications strategy. Prior to joining the Online Learning Consortium, Dr. Buban was the Assistant Provost for Research & Innovation at Post University. Dr. Buban continues to study and present on topics surrounding effective technology use for adult learners in online environments. She is a member of the SSEA Communications Committee, an organization for which she was named an Emerging Scholar in 2012. She also continues to teach in the areas of adult and online learning.

Segment 1: Shifting from Academia to Industry [00:00-11:26]

In this first segment, Jill shares about her experiences moving from academia to the Online Learning Consortium.

Segment 2: Finding "thinking partners" [11:27-22:04]

In segment two, Jill shares ideas and strategies for finding thinking partners and mentors.

Segment 3: Tips for Working Effectively From Home [22:04-33:42]

In segment three, Jill discusses her experiences working remotely and shares tips for effectively working from home.

Bonus Clip: Considerations for Shifting from Academia to Industry [00:00-04:12]

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On this episode of the Research in Action podcast, I'm excited to share something a little bit different with you. Recently I had the opportunity to participate in a podcasting panel at the Online Learning Consortium Accelerate Conference that took place in Orlando, Florida in November 2016. I was really thrilled to join a panel of other higher education podcasters. Let me share who you'll hear from on this episode. The moderator for the panel is Kelvin Thompson, the co-host of TOPcast: The Teaching Online Podcast, who you've also heard from in a previous Research in Action episode. My co-presenters on the panel include Tom Cavanagh, the other co-host of TOPcast: The Teaching Online Podcast, who you've also heard from on Research in Action; Tanya Joosten, who is a co-host of Women Who Wine in Higher Education, you've also heard from her on Research in Action; Bonni Stachowiak, who's the host of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast; Jenny Quarles, who hosts Learning Lab; John Ernstberger, who hosts HigherEdScope; and of course me, the host of Research in Action. I hope you enjoy hearing the panel.

Segment 1: Why has there been a resurgence with podcasts and how do you measure podcast success? [00:00-10:31]

In this first segment, the panelists share some reasons that podcasting has become more popular and also some of their success metrics.

Segment 2: How do you gain a podcast audience and what does the podcast production process look like? [10:32-22:32]

In segment two, the panelists offer some ideas for audience engagement strategies and share about their production processes.

Segment 3: What are your recommendations for those new to podcasting? [22:33-30:17]

In segment three, the panelists share their recommendations for getting started with podcasts and some of their favorite podcast shows.

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Bonus Clip: Dr. Jamison Fargo's Experience as a Methodologist [00:00-5:44]

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