Social Media for Academics

In recent years social media use has grown exponentially exposing content and opinions to millions worldwide. As academic researchers this can be exploited indifferent ways.

Is social media a tool for visibility increase, science communication or a bottomless pit of time wasting?

In this course, we are going to cover the why and how to increase your visibility, social media use and some strategies to overcome barriers, both online and offline.   

This course is open to Postdocs, Research Fellows & Research Degree Students.

Intended Learning Outcomes

• Understand the importance of social media  
• Explore uses of social media within the academic research context
• Recognise needs of different audiences
• Reflect on the most appropriate mean of dissemination
• Understand how to overcome the barriers for the use of social media and what support is available at Imperial 

How to book

Book via Inkpath using your Imperial Single-Sign-On.

Please ensure you have read and understood ECRI’s cancellation policy before booking.

Further information

Please note this course is highly interactive and we expect your full participation including access to the chat and the microphone/camera.  

Please ensure you are able to participate fully and if you require any adjustment, please let us know in advance so that we can make the tutor/facilitator aware.