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Are your educational outreach efforts in need of a refresh?
Attention spans have changed. Communication norms have changed. Educational outreach means putting helpful (and concise) tips first, background information a click away.

This video is not available — a 4-step workaround
An easy 4-step workaround to watch videos blocked by “This video is not available” on mobile devices and tablets.

Snapchat: the ROI of now you see it, now you don’t
Measuring ROI of online and social media activities has been a confusing (even futile) exercise for many organizations. Enter Snapchat, the anti-ROI tool.

Sharp elbows: Twitter weighs in on Ruth Ellen Brosseau
The Twitterati has temporarily parked its interest in the Alberta wildfires to fan the flames burning around #elbowgate and Ruth Ellen Brosseau.

FACT CHECK: Maryam Monsef’s 12 million Twitter impressions
Minister Maryam Monsef invoked Twitter impressions to suggest there is a plurality of online interest in #electoralreform. Was she right?

The Trueman Show: Mayor Nenshi, opinions and privacy
Despite being setup , Mayor Nenshi will survive. He’s popular and people will see this a man speaking his informed thoughts during a private conversation.