TAA audio conferences connect you to experts discussing a variety of topics. These 60-90 minute sessions are designed especially for busy textbook and academic authors.
Participate in live, interactive sessions for an opportunity to ask questions, or download the sessions as podcasts (mp3) and listen at a time that is convenient for you.
How it Works
TAA Members: To register for an upcoming audio conference or webinar, browse the Upcoming Audio Conferences & Webinars below and click the register button to login and register. To listen to a podcast, click the Podcasts/Recordings button below.
Non-Members: To register for an upcoming audio conference or webinar, browse the Upcoming Audio Conferences & Webinars below and click the Pay Now button to register. Each session is $25. To purchase a podcast session, click the Podcasts/Recordings button below to browse the list of podcasts.
Join TAA today for as little as $15 and receive access to all of TAA's audio conferences, webinars and podcasts.
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 Kevin Patton |
The Benefits of Blogging About Your Textbook
Wednesday, February 22, 12 p.m. EST
Presenter: Kevin Patton, Professor of Life Science at St. Charles Community College
Learn about how anatomy and physiology textbook author Kevin Patton has used blogging to promote and enhance his textbooks. Patton will use his two blogs, The A&P Professor and The A&P Student, to illustrate how a blog can enhance and help market your textbook. He will also share advice on how to run a blog effectively, including how often to post, and what to post.
 Patricia Goodson |
How ‘Deep Practice’ Exercises Can Improve Your Academic Writing
Monday, April 9, 1 p.m. ET
Presenter: Patricia Goodson, author of Becoming an Academic Writer: 50 Exercises for Paced, Productive and Powerful Writing
What distinguishes mediocre swimmers from Olympic champions? Researchers claim it is the type of practice in which champions engage, called deep or deliberate practice. During deliberate practice, outstanding performers repeat tasks very s-l-o-w-l-y, obtain constant feedback, and correct themselves, all with the aim of improving.
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