How to use social media to disseminate research findings
Traditionally, research and theoretical studies have been disseminated through articles published in journals or via conferences as oral or poster presentations. However, the rise of the internet and social media in particular has broadened opportunities.
Work can now be published in novel ways, and social media can be used to draw attention to work that has been published in traditional media. This article will guide you through some of these.
Traditionally, research and theoretical studies have been disseminated through articles published in journals or via conferences as oral or poster presentations. However, the rise of the internet and social media in particular has broadened opportunities.
Essentials
Before using social media for dissemination you need to consider exactly what it is you are trying to achieve.
If your aim is merely to publicise work that has been published in a traditional peer-reviewed journal, this
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