To enable researchers to evaluate, compare and make the most of publications in journals, conferences and books. The session will be relevant to researchers from all faculties.
Web NotesProcess
This is an online course. Please book onto a session as normal and you will be sent materials for self-directed learning.
Web NotesLearning outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to:
Use key tools and publication indicators to evaluate and compare journals, conferences and publishers
Understand the appropriateness of these tools for your own discipline
Identify other factors which might influence your publication choices, e.g. open access policies
Apply top tips to maximise the visibility of your publication where you choose to publish
Web NotesOverview
This course introduces tools which can help inform decisions about publishing. It will be particularly useful for those new to publishing, or looking to publish in a new area. It is intended to supplement, rather than replace detailed disciplinary advice available from research supervisors, research groups and other academic staff.