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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2026 · 21 MIN

Dismantling the Teaching vs Research Narrative In Academic Life

from The Academic Edge · host Dr Melanie Smith

In this podcast, I talk about the prevalent teaching versus research dichotomy in academia, emphasizing the detrimental mindset that separates the two. I argue that this division creates barriers to academic success and fosters resentment among faculty. Being a great teacher and great researcher are not mutually exclusive. If you want help structuring your academic worklife so you can do both, it all starts with becoming a more efficient and effective writer.That's exactly what I help with inside my Academic Writer's Collective. You can get some free training here:➡️ Free Training➡️ Join my Collective Here

In this podcast, I talk about the prevalent teaching versus research dichotomy in academia, emphasizing the detrimental mindset that separates the two. I argue that this division creates barriers to academic success and fosters resentment among faculty. Being a great teacher and great researcher are not mutually exclusive. If you want help structuring your academic worklife so you can do both, it all starts with becoming a more efficient and effective writer.That's exactly what I help with inside my Academic Writer's Collective. You can get some free training here:➡️ Free Training➡️ Join my Collective Here

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