This is the 1st video from the OpenUP Altmetrics video series, that are based on the Taxonomy of channels of dissemination and altmetrics indicators. Stephan & Clemens explain the history of altmetrics.
Key points addressed:
- what were the predecessors of altmetrics (cybermetrics, webometrics),
- how did altmetrics evolve, and
- will altmetrics continue to strive?