How to Spot a Predatory Publisher (Webinar 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 the problem of predatory publishers using case studies. Attendees will be given tips on how to spot a predatory publisher or conference and the best advice to offer if one of their researchers has been approached.
Target audience
- Cambridge University Librarians only
Topics covered
- What is a predatory publisher?
- Why are they a problem?
- Practical case studies
- How to spot a predatory publisher
Aims
- To understand the problem of predatory publishers and how they can impact researchers
- To learn how to assess a potential publisher
- 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
Notes
- A recording of the webinar will be made available to those registered after the event
- At present this webinar is for Cambridge library staff only
- Joining instructions will be issued to attendees prior to the event
Duration
One hour webinar with time for questions
Theme
Supporting Researchers in the 21st Century
Events available