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In this conversation, Jordan Millward, a PhD student at Imperial College in London, discusses the role of digital and social media in education and science communication. He emphasises the importance of providing accurate information to students from non-traditional backgrounds who may rely on social media for information.
Jordan also highlights the need for scientists to use social media as a tool for communication and to share their research and stories. He suggests that academics have a responsibility to combat disinformation and promote accurate information on social media.
Jordan also discusses the challenges of using social media, such as dealing with trolls and negative comments, and the impact of social media on identity and mental health.
Follow Jordan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askjordonltd/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:10 The Role of Digital and Social Media in Education
04:46 Using Social Media to Combat Disinformation
06:00 The Responsibility of Academics in Using Social Media
08:20 The Importance of Clear Communication in Academia
09:25 Effective Communication Strategies in Educational Research
10:59 Examples of Effective Science Communication on Social Media
11:54 Challenges of Using Social Media for Academic Communication
16:39 Dealing with Trolls and Negative Comments
27:49 Institutional Support for Social Media Creators
31:06 Educating Young People about Social Media Literacy
34:30 Practical Considerations for Content Creators
36:21 The Importance of Having a Goal and Exit Strategy
36:57 Conclusion and Where to Find Jordan Millward
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In this conversation, Jordan Millward, a PhD student at Imperial College in London, discusses the role of digital and social media in education and science communication. He emphasises the importance of providing accurate information to students from non-traditional backgrounds who may rely on social media for information.
Jordan also highlights the need for scientists to use social media as a tool for communication and to share their research and stories. He suggests that academics have a responsibility to combat disinformation and promote accurate information on social media.
Jordan also discusses the challenges of using social media, such as dealing with trolls and negative comments, and the impact of social media on identity and mental health.
Follow Jordan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askjordonltd/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:10 The Role of Digital and Social Media in Education
04:46 Using Social Media to Combat Disinformation
06:00 The Responsibility of Academics in Using Social Media
08:20 The Importance of Clear Communication in Academia
09:25 Effective Communication Strategies in Educational Research
10:59 Examples of Effective Science Communication on Social Media
11:54 Challenges of Using Social Media for Academic Communication
16:39 Dealing with Trolls and Negative Comments
27:49 Institutional Support for Social Media Creators
31:06 Educating Young People about Social Media Literacy
34:30 Practical Considerations for Content Creators
36:21 The Importance of Having a Goal and Exit Strategy
36:57 Conclusion and Where to Find Jordan Millward
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/digitalsociety/message
35 min