Any tips for creating physics social media content?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around strategies for creating engaging physics-related content on social media platforms, particularly focusing on TikTok and outreach to younger audiences. Participants share resources and seek advice on effective content formats and examples.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares links to resources aimed at improving science communication through social media.
  • Another participant expresses confusion about the initial request and asks for clarification on examples of social media content.
  • A suggestion is made to explore Physics Forums' Facebook page as a model for posting physics content and promoting the forum.
  • Further clarification is sought regarding engaging formats for TikTok videos and types of images that resonate with younger audiences.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on specific content strategies, and multiple viewpoints regarding effective social media engagement remain present.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the types of content that would be most effective for outreach, particularly in relation to TikTok and younger demographics.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in science communication, educators looking to engage younger audiences, and content creators in the STEM fields may find this discussion relevant.

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Hi, sorry, I don't understand. Could you explain furthermore what must be an example? PF is actually a social media.
 
AstroJH said:
I've collected a few starting points (below) but would love to hear from anyone who has their own account! I know TikTok is super popular so any advice on that, in particular, would be greatly appreciated! Thank you.

Have you looked through PF's Facebook page? That will give you an idea about how Greg uses social media to post Physics content and also at the same time promote PF.
 
mcastillo356 said:
Hi, sorry, I don't understand. Could you explain furthermore what must be an example? PF is actually a social media.
I guess I mean more like social media that'll reach young people. So, for the purpose of outreach for example. Are there any particular formats for TikTok videos that are very engaging, or types of images that people want to see? Etc.
 
berkeman said:
Have you looked through PF's Facebook page? That will give you an idea about how Greg uses social media to post Physics content and also at the same time promote PF.
I haven't. I'll take a look, thank you for the tip!
 
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