The Engaged Researcher Online Training: Introduction to Online Public Engagement

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We’ll be looking at the what, why and how of public engagement and introducing researchers to some of the ways to plan an effective public engagement project. Topics: • The what: definitions of public engagement, who are the public, what activities count as engagement, what are the goals? • The why: University commitment to PE, REF, Funders • The how: the Logic Model approach to planning PE, practical considerations, moving engagement online and opportunities at the University.

Course structure: Monday 10am-11am: Introduction to PE Wednesday 10am-11am: Evaluation and online PE tips and hints and opportunities at the University Friday 10am-noon: Do you have any questions? 1:1 advice sessions (optional)

Participants of this course will gain an overview of public engagement and techniques to plan engagement. They will find out more about how the University can support their public engagement priorities, further training and funding opportunities and activities to participate in and develop their skills through.