8 reasons why researchers should blog

UK-based researcher, Gareth Morris, gives 8 compelling reasons to start blogging. Watch his video blog entry.

This is a short video outlining some of the reasons why I think that blogging for researchers is a good idea.

1) Public engagement
2) Raise your profile and digital identity
3) Networking
4) Writing practice
5) Helps shape your thoughts/ideas
6) Gets your material out quickly
7) Allows for a quick response from your audience
8) Opens your eyes to the bigger world of social media

Publication Date: 
2010
Location: 
Salford, United Kingdom