We're nearing the halfway point of the continuing professional development year, and my learning continues to be fragmented as I choose podcasts and papers based on what interests me at the time. From an engagement with learning perspective, this approach is fine as it maintains my sustained interest and curiosity. However, the main problem I … Continue reading Writing as mental problem solving
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An argument for diverse interests and passions
During my time in academia, I struggled to describe what my core interest area was. This made it hard to hone in on well defined research questions, to identify key collaborators, to pursue funding opportunities. My (in)ability to provide a coherent answer to 'what is your research area?' contributed to my exit from academia. It … Continue reading An argument for diverse interests and passions