Article
Exploring the utility of Academia.edu: A SWOT Analysis
Information and Learning Science
(2018)
Abstract
Purpose:
This paper analyzes the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the academic social networking, Academia.edu.
Design/methodology/approach:
SWOT analysis is performed to evaluate the platform.
Findings:
Academia.edu provides resources that enable scholars to heighten the impact and reach of their research within a digitally networked environment.
Originality/value:
This is one of the first studies to evaluate the scholarly merits of Academia.edu.
Disciplines
Publication Date
2018
Citation Information
Ann E Williams. "Exploring the utility of Academia.edu: A SWOT Analysis" Information and Learning Science (2018) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/ann_williams/35/