The Engaging Researcher

Event Description

 

2019/20 Date & Time: 

To be confirmed.

 

Overview:

Do you want to learn more about undertaking public engagement in your research?

This event will provide researchers with the resources to develop their knowledge and plan for public engagement activity.  You will have time to consider how researchers can work in partnership with a wide range of audiences and develop public engagement activities around your research.  Find out about research funders expectations for public engagement and impact activity.

During the session you will hear from Queen’s researchers about their experience of public engagement and the impact this has had on research.  There will also be a number of practical exercises for you to complete around your research and public engagement.

Content:

• Research Impact and the role of Public Engagement
• Overview of Public Engagement
• What do you think Public Engagement is?
• Case studies – Queen’s Researchers
• REF 2014 case studies
• Writing your 50 words research statement or tweet
• lunch and review of research statements

The National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement provides a wide range of guidance and advice on their website

Booking Information

 

Register via iTrent Self-Service

PhD students should register via QSIS

Course Contact Details

Name: Organisational Development
Telephone: 5381
Email: stafflearning@qub.ac.uk

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New Course: No
Course Type(s): Research and Enterprise Skills
Staff Categories: Research
Keywords: Engaging, Research, Researcher,