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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Mar 10

Any thoughts on academiq.io?

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Mar 10

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

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Jan 21

I did a few videos/pics on tiktok but I don't know if she can access that! www.tiktok.com/@academicsuc...

www.tiktok.com

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Jan 21

Great, I hope it helps! Critical thinking gets mentioned a lot, yet students get little support in actually understanding what it is

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 24

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

www.economist.com

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 20

Have a fun n productive festive season!!!

#acrwi #academicsuccess #merryxmas

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 18

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 17

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

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 16

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 12

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

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 11

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 6

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 5

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 4

Feeling like your dissertation is an impossible mountain to climb? You are not alone!

#AcademicWriting #MindsetShifts #PostgradLife #SanitySavers #TransformYourWriting #HigherEducation #WritingTips #MindsetMatters #GradSchoolStruggles #SelfCareJourney

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 3

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Dec 1

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

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OU MAOT @oumaot.bsky.social · Nov 30

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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Jan Broder Engler @jbengler.de · Nov 30

👋 #PhD students, did you ever want to speed up your #data #analysis workflow 🚀 produce professional and consistent plots 🤩 while using #free #open-source #software 🌈

Check out tidyplots.org

@thestrugglings4.bsky.social @scinews.bsky.social @cos.io @labliston.bsky.social @odedrechavi.bsky.social

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Lee Likes Tea @onlyteawillsaveus.bsky.social · Nov 30

One of the best end of term memes out there. #libraries #finals #academicwriting #gradschool #highered

A poster on a stand. image of two crying emojis. Quote: cries carry in the library. for the courtesy of those studying around you, please relocate to the hallway if you wish to sob audibly. Thank you.

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Nov 29

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Nov 28

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

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Rob Bignell, Editor/Author @inventingreality.bsky.social · Nov 27

#authors #writerssociety #wip #writer #writing

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Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Nov 28

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

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Nov 27

Amazing! Best of luck and have fun!! I hope it's a valuable time. What are you studying? What's the long term goal??

Ian Daniels @academicsuccess.bsky.social · Nov 27

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