Publish and Perish? : How to Spot a Predatory Publisher (for librarians) New
Description
Dear esteemed author...
So-called predatory publishers regularly approach researchers via email to solicit manuscripts and conference papers. With the emphasis on publishing as a measure of academic success still strong it can be easy to give in to temptation and flattery but this can do more harm than good to a future career.
This session will look at whether these publishers are a problem, how to spot a potential problem publisher or conference and the best advice to offer researchers if they are approached.
Target audience
- Cambridge University Librarians
- Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available
Topics covered
- What is a predatory publisher?
- Are they really a problem?
- How to evaluate a potential journal or conference
Aims
- To understand the problem of predatory publishers and how they can impact researchers
- To learn how to assess a potential publisher or conference
- To be able to advise the research community on how to avoid problems with predatory publishers
Format
Webinar
System requirements
Attendees will need access to a device with access to the internet and sound
Duration
One 45 minute webinar with time for questions
Themes
Events available