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It's always a pleasure: Exploring productivity and pleasure in a writing group for early career academics

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posted on 2023-05-18, 15:52 authored by Angela DwyerAngela Dwyer, Lewis, B, McDonald, F, Burns, M
The professional development needs of early career academics (ECAs) are increasingly subject to scrutiny. The literature notes writing groups can be successful in increasing research outputs and improving research track records a core concern for ECAs. However, the pressure on ECAs to publish takes the pleasure out of writing for many. We argue writing groups, created by and for ECAs, can provide an environment for ECAs to (re)produce pleasure in writing and participation in the processes of academic review and debate. In addition, our experience of a writing group was that it provided a platform of social and emotional support contributing to our personal well-being and professional development.

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Publication title

Studies in Continuing Education

Volume

34

Pagination

129-144

ISSN

0158-037X

Department/School

School of Social Sciences

Publisher

Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group

Place of publication

United Kingdom

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Copyright 2012 Angela Dwyer, Bridget Lewis, Fiona McDonald and Marcelle Burns

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  • Restricted

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