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Bibliometrics: The best available information?

Waldo C Klein1, Martin Bloom

  • 1School of Social Work, University of Connecticut, 1798 Asylum Ave, West Hartford, CT 06117, USA. Waldo.Klein@uconn.edu

Social Work in Health Care
|October 21, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Bibliometric analysis has critical flaws impacting academic promotion and tenure decisions. Future bibliometrics must refine methods for authorship and merit evaluation for credible use.

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Area of Science:

  • Bibliometrics
  • Scholarly Communication
  • Research Evaluation

Background:

  • Bibliometric analysis is increasingly used in academic decision-making, particularly for promotion and tenure.
  • Current applications of bibliometric technology reveal inherent shortcomings and methodological limitations.

Discussion:

  • The commentary critiques the application of bibliometric analysis in evaluating scholarly work.
  • Concerns are raised about the inefficient use of scholarly resources for bibliometric tasks.
  • The validity and interpretation of bibliometric data require careful consideration.

Key Insights:

  • Bibliometric methods for counting sole/multiple authorship need clarification.
  • Evaluating the "merit" of manuscripts and journals using bibliometrics presents challenges.
  • The fundamental meaning and validity of bibliometric measures must be clearly communicated.

Outlook:

  • Future bibliometric efforts should focus on developing robust methodologies to address existing shortcomings.
  • Improved metrics are needed for accurate assessment of scholarly contributions and impact.
  • Clearer presentation of bibliometric findings is essential for their credible application in academic evaluations.

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