Author Charla Viera, MS
Charla Viera graduated from The University of Washington with a BA in Urban Studies and a BA in Environmental Studies. Her undergraduate research included household energy consumption and practical greywater systems. She later earned an MS in Library and Information Science from Texas Woman's University. Her graduate thesis focused on the role of libraries as community anchors in rural Texas communities.
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Implementing Your Research Dissemination Plan
Don't let your research gather dust! Learn how to effectively disseminate your findings with this comprehensive guide. Discover strategies for reaching diverse audiences, building credibility, and inspiring change. Create a lasting impact with a well-crafted dissemination plan.
by Charla Viera, MS
8 min
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Resources for Research Dissemination
While research holds immense value beyond academia, its impact is often limited by ineffective dissemination. This guide empowers researchers to share their findings effectively with diverse audiences, maximizing societal benefit. By understanding your target audience and utilizing a variety of communication channels, you can transform complex research into actionable knowledge that empowers communities and drives positive change.
by Charla Viera, MS
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Maximizing Impact: Effective Strategies for Research Dissemination After Publication
Research has value beyond academia, but sharing findings effectively (dissemination) is often neglected. This guide offers strategies to disseminate research to diverse audiences, maximizing its impact and societal benefit. By understanding your audience and using a variety of communication channels, you can turn complex research into knowledge that empowers communities and drives positive change.
by Charla Viera, MS
12 min
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The Writing Process: Prewriting
Draft eye-catching figures and tables, then build a roadmap for your manuscript with an outline. Prewriting transforms your data into a captivating story for impactful scientific communication.
by Charla Viera, MS
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The Writing Process: Revising, Editing, and Proofreading
Polishing your manuscript isn't just about typos. It's a three-step process (revise, editing, proofreading) to take your writing from good to great.
by Charla Viera, MS
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The Writing Process: Planning
Careful planning is the first step to writing a successful scientific manuscript. By considering the "What, How, Why, and Who" of your research, you can craft a clear and concise message that will resonate with your target audience.
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The Writing Process: Drafting
Struggling to craft a clear and impactful research manuscript for your target journal? You're not alone. This guide will equip you with strategies to streamline the writing process and effectively communicate your findings.
by Charla Viera, MS
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2023 Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism: How to Avoid Plagiarism in the World of AI
In the digital age, navigating plagiarism complexities safeguards ethical integrity. Innovations such as AI both complicate and assist this process, helping authors protect their work and reputations.
by Charla Viera, MS
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Best Practices for Text Recycling
The use of recycled text has generated debates due to unclear guidelines, but researchers and publishers emphasize the need for ethical and appropriate practices. Text recycling involves reusing one's own writing without proper citation, and while it differs from plagiarism, it raises questions about when and how to credit oneself.
by Charla Viera, MS
9 min