This one-hour online training will cover bibliometric theories and concepts, provide an overview of bibliometric indicators, and explore limitations and potential misuses of bibliometrics. Bibliometrics uses quantitative analysis of scientific publications to measure productivity, collaboration, research topics, and impacts of authors, groups, institutions, and grant portfolios.
By the end of this training, attendees will be able to:
Discuss responsible use of bibliometrics methods and data
List corresponding indicators for author, journal, and article-level bibliometrics analyses
Choose resources and training for further learning
This is an introductory training. Attendees are not expected to have any prior knowledge of bibliometrics.
Requirements:
The instructor will email pre-training readings one week prior training. Expected reading time: 15 to 20 minutes.
If no live trainings are available, you can watch a recording by clicking this link.