Evaluating Researcher and Author: Citations, Impact Factor, h-Index, Online Page Hits and What Else?”
What you will learn
Students will be able to understand evaluation objective and interpretation of the research
Students will be able to evaluate quantitative indicators available for assessing research productivity.
Students will be able to identify importance of impact factor of the journal & top ranked journal
Students will be able to boost their citations count to maximize impact of research profile
Why take this course?
**Course Headline:** Unlock the Secrets of Academic Excellence: Mastering Research Impact Metrics! 🚀
**Course Description:**
Are you an early-career researcher or a seasoned academic looking to understand the complex world of research evaluation? This comprehensive online course, led by Dr. Mohan P. Thakre, delves into the intricacies of author impact indicators and the philosophy behind their use. With a focus on practical application, this course is your guide to navigating the vast landscape of quantitative metrics that measure research productivity and impact.
**What You’ll Learn:**
– **Understanding Impact Factors (📊)**
– The role of impact factor in journal evaluation
– How to calculate and interpret the impact factor of journals
– Identifying top-ranked journals indexed in Scopus & Web of Science
– **Journal Selection and Categorization (🏫)**
– Differentiating between SCI, SCI-Expanded, and other academic journals
– Exploring the Web of Core Collections within different categories
– Strategies for selecting appropriate journals for manuscript submission
– **Google Scholar Profiles (🔍)**
– Setting up and optimizing your Google Scholar profile
– Effective ways to search and rank scholarly sources
– Understanding the importance of a well-maintained author profile
– **H & i Indices (⚙️)**
– Calculating your H index, i10 index, and i20 index
– Analyzing the significance of these indices in your research evaluation
– Best practices for using these indicators to enhance your academic standing
– **Boosting Your Citation Count (📈)**
– Discovering 10 easy ways to increase your citations
– A checklist for citation optimization
– Techniques to ensure maximum visibility and impact on your author profile
**Course Highlights:**
– **Real-World Applications:** Learn how to apply these metrics in real-world scenarios to evaluate researchers effectively.
– **Expert Insights:** Gain from Dr. Thakre’s extensive experience in the field of research evaluation.
– **Hands-On Learning:** Engage with practical exercises and real-life examples to solidify your understanding.
– **Interactive Discussions:** Join a community of peers to discuss and share experiences related to research impact indicators.
**Who Should Take This Course?**
This course is designed for:
– Researchers at all career stages
– Academic professionals seeking to understand the current evaluation landscape
– Librarians and information specialists who support researchers
– Students in graduate or postgraduate programs focusing on research methods
By the end of this course, you’ll be well-equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively evaluate and understand your own research impact, as well as that of others. Enroll now and embark on your journey to academic excellence! 🎓✨
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