Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Session at NKU on July, 31

It was a pleasure to present at NKU yesterday during a high school English/language arts training. Below are some of the resources I mentioned in the session and some links to questions/interests. Enjoy!

Someone asked what tool I use to create social media reports (aka searching for social mentions by term.) http://www.socialmention.com/ You can also use Facebook search and click on “public posts” to pull search terms from people that are not friends.
If you are new to Pinterest this step-by-step tutorial will help. http://thedailydigi.com/pinterest-101-a-tutorial/
If you have questions feel free to email me at tess.burns@kctcs.edu

Education Based Pinners to Follow

This professor of English and culture at Capilano University makes Pinterest a resource for his students, but you can enjoy his pins, too. Check out Brian Ganter’s Pinterest for resources in digital writing, romanticism, games, and more.
A professor in public communication, Scott Talan has worked in media, PR, and communications. On Pinterest, he shares fonts, designs, visual oddities, and really interesting spaces for students and visitors alike.
New Ph.D. and assistant professor Jess has a wealth of pins in sociology. Through her Pinterest boards, Jess explores sexuality, work, emotion, cultural diversity, race, sports, and more. You can also learn about research methods and innovative projects from her.
ASU Professor Bill Silcock specializes in global news, social media, and ethics. Check out his pins to learn about poets, vinyl, inspirational figures in media, and more.
Steve VanderLeest is a professor of Engineering at Calvin College, sharing his love of technology, maps, and iPhone geography here on Pinterest. VanderLeest even shares interesting art and old family photos.
This academic librarian shares pins of the most beautiful libraries, cool tech stuff, and fun library musings.
Historian Dan Jackson’s Pinerest boards are full of interesting historic relics, especially old photographs, uniforms, and Arcania.
Christine Haberkorn studies social change and awareness building in communities. Check out her Pinterest boards to learn about how life experience can be a changemaker, plus find books that offer inspiration for changemakers.
If you’re interested in social research, this Pinterest account is one to check out. Learn about important texts projects, classes, and intellectual support for social research from The Brooklyn Institute for Social Research.
Lisa Franzen-Castle:
Dr. Franzen-Castle is an extension nutrition specialist at the UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center. On her Pinterest account, you’ll find a great collection of resources for healthy eating, smart cooking, food safety, and getting active.
A researcher of American language and culture, especially immigrants, John Hopkins offers a Pinterest account full of interesting American history. Find historical posters, classic photos, and interesting images through John Hopkins’ lens.
Professor DeVore works on literature and communication at Nicolet College. On her Pinterest board, you can find interesting juxtapositions like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, as well as Gothic inspiration.
Professor Kee’s Pinterest account offers an interesting resource for pharmacy students. She highlights great pharmacy books, vintage pharmacy ads, patient education, and even pharmacy student humor.
Professor Reineke teaches and researches religion at the University of Northern Iowa. Using Pinterest, she shares a visual presentation of ideas, learning, and resources in all major religions for her students and other interested parties.
UC Berkeley visiting scholar and author of Greein Illusions Ozzie Zehner is a major explorer of the secrets behind clean energy and environmentalism. Check out his Pinterest board, Green Illusions, to find out about nuclear energy, road access in rainforests, tiny parks, and the dark side of solar energy.