| name | linkedin-announcement-generator |
| description | This skill generates professional LinkedIn announcement text for intelligent textbooks by analyzing book metrics, chapter content, and learning resources to create engaging posts with key statistics, hashtags, and links to the published site. Use this skill when you need to create social media announcements about textbook completion or major milestones. |
| license | MIT |
LinkedIn Announcement Generator
Overview
This skill automates the creation of professional LinkedIn announcements for intelligent textbooks. It analyzes book metrics from the docs/learning-graph/ directory, gathers statistics about chapters, concepts, and educational resources, and generates engaging announcement text with relevant hashtags and links to the published site.
The announcements are designed to highlight the scope and completeness of the textbook, showcase its educational features, and attract educators, students, and learning professionals to the content.
When to Use This Skill
Use this skill when:
- Publishing a completed intelligent textbook to GitHub Pages
- Announcing major milestones (e.g., "First 10 chapters complete!")
- Promoting updated or newly added content
- Sharing the textbook with the educational technology community
- Preparing social media posts for course launches
- Creating announcements for conference presentations or workshops
- Building awareness for open educational resources
Prerequisites
The intelligent textbook project should have:
- A
docs/learning-graph/book-metrics.md file containing textbook statistics
- A
mkdocs.yml file with site_name, site_url, and site_description
- Deployed site on GitHub Pages (or another hosting platform)
- Optional:
docs/learning-graph/chapter-metrics.md for chapter-level details
- Optional:
docs/course-description.md for audience and topic information
Workflow
Step 1: Gather Book Metadata
Extract key information from the project configuration:
-
Read mkdocs.yml to get:
site_name - Title of the textbooksite_url - Live site URL (typically GitHub Pages)site_description - Brief description of the textbookrepo_url - GitHub repository URL
-
Read docs/course-description.md (if it exists) to get:
- Target audience (grade level, prerequisites)
- Subject matter/topic
- Learning objectives
- Course context
Example extraction:
site_name: 'Geometry for High School Students'
site_url: 'https://username.github.io/geometry-course/'
site_description: 'An interactive geometry textbook with MicroSims and quizzes'
Step 2: Analyze Book Metrics
Read and parse docs/learning-graph/book-metrics.md to extract:
Core Metrics:
- Number of chapters
- Number of concepts in learning graph
- Number of glossary terms
- Number of FAQ questions
- Number of quiz questions
- Number of diagrams
- Number of equations
- Number of MicroSims (interactive simulations)
- Total word count
- Number of hyperlinks
- Equivalent printed pages
Parse the metrics table:
Look for the table starting with | Metric Name | Value | Link | Notes | and extract values from the second column.
Handle missing metrics gracefully:
- If diagrams = 0, mention "includes equations and visual elements" instead
- If quiz questions = 0, omit quiz mention
- If MicroSims = 0, mention "comprehensive content" instead
Step 3: Determine Textbook Completeness
Calculate the completion status based on metrics:
Indicators of completeness:
- Chapters ≥ 8: Substantial textbook
- Total words > 30,000: Comprehensive content
- Quiz questions ≥ 50: Well-assessed
- MicroSims ≥ 5: Interactive elements present
- Equivalent pages > 100: Book-length work
Status categories:
- Complete (100%): All major components present, ready for use
- Nearly Complete (90-99%): Most content done, minor additions pending
- In Progress (70-89%): Substantial content, ongoing development
- Early Release (< 70%): Initial chapters available, more coming
Choose appropriate language for the announcement based on status.
Step 4: Craft the Announcement Structure
Create a LinkedIn post with the following components:
1. Opening Hook (1-2 sentences)
Start with an attention-grabbing statement that:
- Announces the textbook completion/release
- Mentions the topic and audience
- Highlights what makes it special
Examples:
- "Excited to share a new open educational resource for [AUDIENCE]!"
- "Just published: An AI-generated interactive textbook on [TOPIC]!"
- "Thrilled to announce the completion of [TEXTBOOK NAME]!"
2. Content Description (2-3 sentences)
Explain what the textbook covers and its unique features:
- Educational framework (Bloom's Taxonomy, concept dependencies)
- Interactive elements (MicroSims, quizzes)
- Technology stack (MkDocs, p5.js, AI-generated)
- Target audience and prerequisites
Example:
This intelligent textbook on [TOPIC] is designed for [AUDIENCE]. Built using MkDocs Material and AI-assisted content generation, it incorporates learning graphs, concept dependencies, and interactive MicroSims to make [TOPIC] accessible and engaging.
3. Key Metrics (bulleted list)
Present impressive statistics to demonstrate scope:
📊 By the numbers:
• [X] chapters covering [TOPIC AREAS]
• [Y] concepts in the learning graph
• [Z] interactive MicroSims (p5.js simulations)
• [Q] quiz questions for self-assessment
• [G] glossary terms with ISO 11179-compliant definitions
• [W] total words (~[P] equivalent printed pages)
Formatting tips:
- Use emoji bullets (📊, 📚, 🎓, ⚡, 🔬) for visual appeal
- Round large numbers (225,182 → 225,000)
- Group related metrics together
- Highlight the most impressive numbers
4. Technology and AI Disclosure (1-2 sentences)
Be transparent about AI involvement and technology:
Generated using Claude AI skills and the intelligent textbook framework, this open-source project demonstrates how AI can augment educational content creation while maintaining quality and pedagogical rigor.
5. Call to Action (1 sentence)
Direct readers to the site:
Explore the full textbook here: [SITE_URL]
6. Hashtags (8-15 tags)
Include relevant hashtags for discoverability:
Standard hashtags:
#AI / #ArtificialIntelligence#GenAI / #GenerativeAI#Education / #EdTech / #EducationalTechnology#OpenEducation / #OER (Open Educational Resources)#ELearning / #OnlineLearning
Content-specific hashtags:
#Textbook / #InteractiveTextbook#MicroSims / #Simulations#Visualizations / #DataViz#Diagrams / #Infographics#Quizzes / #Assessment
Technology-specific hashtags:
#MkDocs / #MaterialDesign#p5js / #JavaScript#Python#ClaudeAI / #AnthropicClaude
Domain-specific hashtags:
Add 2-4 hashtags specific to the subject matter:
- Math:
#Mathematics, #Geometry, #Calculus, #Algebra
- Science:
#Physics, #Chemistry, #Biology
- CS:
#Programming, #ComputerScience, #DataScience
- History:
#History, #WorldHistory, #AmericanHistory
Professional/Academic hashtags:
#LMS / #LearningManagementSystem#CurriculumDesign#InstructionalDesign#STEM / #STEMeducation#HigherEd / #K12Education
Total hashtag count: Aim for 10-15 hashtags for optimal reach.
Step 5: Apply Tone and Style Guidelines
LinkedIn voice characteristics:
- Professional but approachable
- Enthusiastic without being overly promotional
- Educational and informative
- Data-driven (cite specific metrics)
- Transparent about AI involvement
- Community-focused (sharing resources)
Writing best practices:
- Use first person ("I'm excited to share...")
- Keep paragraphs short (2-3 lines each)
- Use emoji sparingly (1-3 per post)
- Include line breaks for readability
- Front-load important information
- End with a clear call to action
Avoid:
- Overly academic language
- Excessive jargon
- Claims without evidence
- Overly promotional tone
- Clickbait-style hooks
- Too many emojis
Step 6: Generate Multiple Variations
Create three variations of the announcement:
Variation 1: Detailed (Full Length)
- Complete description with all metrics
- 1500-2000 characters
- All hashtags included
- Best for: Initial launch announcement
Variation 2: Medium (Standard Length)
- Key metrics only (top 5-6)
- 800-1200 characters
- 10-12 hashtags
- Best for: Progress updates, milestone posts
Variation 3: Concise (Short Form)
- Essential info only
- 400-600 characters
- 6-8 hashtags
- Best for: Quick updates, cross-posting to other platforms
Provide all three variations so the user can choose based on their preference.
Step 7: Add Optional Enhancements
If available, include:
Screenshot or cover image suggestion:
📸 Suggested visual: Screenshot of the learning graph visualization or the textbook home page
Notable features callout:
If the textbook has unique elements, highlight them:
- "Features interactive p5.js simulations you can run in your browser"
- "Includes concept dependency graphs showing learning pathways"
- "Contains ISO 11179-compliant glossary for precise terminology"
Collaboration invitation:
If seeking contributors:
- "Open for contributions! Check out the GitHub repo: [REPO_URL]"
- "Looking for educators to provide feedback. DM me if interested!"
Related links:
If applicable:
- Link to GitHub repository (for developers)
- Link to related blog post or article
- Link to presentation slides
Step 8: Format and Present Output
Present the LinkedIn announcement(s) in a clear, copy-paste ready format:
## LinkedIn Announcement - Full Version
[Paste-ready text here]
---
## LinkedIn Announcement - Medium Version
[Paste-ready text here]
---
## LinkedIn Announcement - Concise Version
[Paste-ready text here]
---
## Suggested Enhancements
**Visual:** [Description of recommended image/screenshot]
**Timing:** Best posted [weekday, time recommendation]
**Engagement Tips:**
- Tag relevant individuals or organizations if appropriate
- Respond to comments within first 2 hours for algorithm boost
- Consider posting during peak LinkedIn hours (Tuesday-Thursday, 8-10am or 12-2pm)
Step 9: Validate Announcement Quality
Before finalizing, check that the announcement:
Step 10: Deliver the Announcement
Output the finalized announcement text(s) ready for the user to:
- Copy and paste directly into LinkedIn
- Customize with personal touches if desired
- Add optional media (screenshots, videos)
- Schedule or post immediately
Inform the user:
✅ LinkedIn announcement generated successfully!
Three variations provided (full, medium, concise) - choose the one that fits your style.
**Next steps:**
1. Copy your preferred version
2. Paste into LinkedIn post composer
3. Add a screenshot of your textbook (optional but recommended)
4. Review and post!
Pro tip: LinkedIn posts with images get 2x more engagement. Consider adding a screenshot of your learning graph or textbook homepage.
Example Output
Full-Length Announcement Example
🎓 Excited to share a new open educational resource: an interactive textbook on Geometry designed for high school students!
This intelligent textbook combines AI-assisted content generation with proven educational frameworks. Built using MkDocs Material, it incorporates learning graphs showing concept dependencies, interactive MicroSims using p5.js, and comprehensive assessment tools to make geometry accessible and engaging.
📊 By the numbers:
• 13 chapters covering points, lines, angles, triangles, polygons, circles, and 3D geometry
• 200 concepts organized in a dependency graph
• 5 interactive MicroSims (p5.js simulations)
• 10 quiz questions for self-assessment
• 22 glossary terms with precise definitions
• 225,000+ words (~900 equivalent printed pages)
Generated using Claude AI skills and the intelligent textbook framework, this open-source project demonstrates how AI can augment educational content creation while maintaining pedagogical quality and rigor.
All content follows Bloom's Taxonomy (2001) for learning outcomes and includes detailed explanations, worked examples, and practice exercises.
🌐 Explore the full textbook: https://dmccreary.github.io/claude-skills/
#AI #GenAI #GenerativeAI #Education #EdTech #OpenEducation #OER #ELearning #Textbook #InteractiveTextbook #MicroSims #Visualizations #Quizzes #Geometry #Mathematics #MkDocs #ClaudeAI #LMS #CurriculumDesign #STEMeducation
Medium-Length Announcement Example
📚 Just published: An AI-generated interactive textbook on Geometry for high school students!
This intelligent textbook uses MkDocs Material, learning graphs, and interactive p5.js MicroSims to make geometry engaging and accessible.
Key features:
• 13 comprehensive chapters
• 200 concepts with dependency mapping
• 5 interactive simulations
• 225,000+ words of content
• Open source and freely available
Built using Claude AI and the intelligent textbook framework - demonstrating how AI can enhance educational content while maintaining quality.
Explore it here: https://dmccreary.github.io/claude-skills/
#AI #GenAI #Education #EdTech #OpenEducation #Textbook #MicroSims #Geometry #Mathematics #ClaudeAI #STEMeducation
Concise Announcement Example
🎓 New open educational resource: Interactive Geometry textbook for high school!
✨ 13 chapters | 200 concepts | 5 MicroSims | 225K words
AI-generated using Claude and MkDocs Material. Free and open source.
📖 https://dmccreary.github.io/claude-skills/
#Education #EdTech #Geometry #AI #OpenEducation #Textbook
Customization Options
The skill can be customized to:
1. Adjust tone:
- Academic (formal, research-focused)
- Casual (friendly, conversational)
- Promotional (marketing-focused)
- Technical (developer-focused)
2. Target different audiences:
- Educators and teachers
- Students and learners
- Instructional designers
- Software developers
- Educational technology leaders
3. Emphasize different aspects:
- AI/technology innovation
- Open source/open education
- Interactive elements
- Comprehensive coverage
- Pedagogical approach
4. Include additional context:
- Author background
- Development timeline
- Use cases and testimonials
- Research backing
- Awards or recognition
Supporting Scripts
The skill can optionally include a Python script to automate metric extraction:
scripts/linkedin-metrics-extractor.py
"""Extract metrics from book-metrics.md for LinkedIn announcements."""
import re
import yaml
def extract_book_metrics(metrics_file):
"""Parse book-metrics.md and return dictionary of metrics."""
pass
def extract_site_config(mkdocs_file):
"""Parse mkdocs.yml and return site metadata."""
pass
def format_number(n):
"""Format numbers for readability (e.g., 225182 -> 225,000)."""
pass
Quality Standards
A high-quality LinkedIn announcement should:
- Be accurate (all metrics verified)
- Be engaging (compelling hook and narrative)
- Be transparent (acknowledge AI involvement)
- Be professional (appropriate tone for LinkedIn)
- Be actionable (clear call to action)
- Be discoverable (relevant hashtags)
- Be concise (under 2000 characters)
- Be valuable (provides useful information to community)
Troubleshooting
Issue: Metrics not found in book-metrics.md
Solution: Run the book-metrics-generator skill first to create the metrics file
Issue: Site URL not available
Solution: Ask user for the deployed site URL or GitHub Pages link
Issue: Announcement too long (> 3000 characters)
Solution: Use the medium or concise variation instead
Issue: Not sure which hashtags to use
Solution: Focus on the subject domain (e.g., #Mathematics for math textbooks) and general education tags
Related Skills
- book-metrics-generator - Generates the metrics file used by this skill
- readme-generator - Creates GitHub README with similar content
- intelligent-textbook - The workflow that creates the textbook itself
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