Pitfalls of Using Citation Indices for Making Academic Accounting Promotion, Tenure, Teaching Load, and Merit Pay Decisions

2011 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alan Reinstein ◽  
James R. Hasselback ◽  
Mark E. Riley ◽  
David H. Sinason
Keyword(s):  
Merit Pay ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Teaching Load ◽  
Research Article ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Playing Fields

ABSTRACT: With the advent of computerized data searches, the number of accounting programs that use citation analysis to measure faculty members’ research productivity has increased—often believing that this methodology offers relevant or reliable data for tenure, promotion, teaching load, and merit pay decisions. But such “objective” bases often ignore such factors as which journals to count, the effect of co-authorships, and article quality. Reliance on such citations can also cause “uneven playing fields” within the accounting discipline as well as among accounting and other areas or departments within schools of business. After reviewing the relevant literature, we present the results of a survey asking accomplished authors about the factors that make them more or less likely to cite an article. Since the process of counting citations focuses on quantity issues (as all citations “count” equally regardless of the citation’s importance to the research article and the reasons for making the citation), we examine some quality issues that lead to authors citing others’ research findings. The survey results indicate that, while citations often are based on the quality of the cited work, other factors less indicative of quality, such as authorship by a friend or colleague and publication in a U.S. journal, help to determine which relevant works are cited or not cited. We also suggest other measures to assess research quality to supplement or replace citation counts.

Conclusion

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie W. Cawthon ◽  
Carrie Lou Garberoglio ◽  
Peter C. Hauser
Keyword(s):  
Education Research ◽  
Deaf Education ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
The Future ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Quality Of Research ◽  
The Invisible

This chapter marks the conclusion of this edited volume, Research in Deaf Education. The purpose of the volume as a whole is to identify strategies for improving the quality of research in deaf education; the conclusion summarizes main themes that both cut across chapters and extend arguments made by individual chapter authors. Overarching themes include discussions around standards for research quality; the positionality of researchers; and how we obtain, interpret, and translate research findings for diverse audiences. In each of these themes we recognize challenges that the field faces as well as opportunities for further dialog and collaboration for addressing these challenges in the future. The chapter concludes with strategies for mentoring the next generation of scholars in deaf education, with an emphasis on incorporating diverse perspectives, making the invisible culture of academia visible to deaf scholars, and ways to increase the accessibility of deaf education research.

A methodological approach to organizational evaluationofinpatient, medical social and pharmaceutical care institutions that assist seniors (on the example of the Moscow boarding house for labor veterans)

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 809-816
Author(s):  
Nikolay Burdaev ◽  
Sanna Sboeva ◽  
Oksana Zaharova ◽  
Nikolay Chebyshev ◽  
Svetlana Chebysheva
Keyword(s):  
Pharmaceutical Care ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Boarding House ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Survey Results

Objective: This study aims to develop methodological bases of medical social and pharmaceutical care for elderly with systemic diseases in inpatient institutions. Materials and methods: The study was done by using system, comparative, logical and retrospective analyses, as well as through content analysis and with the help of the survey method. Based on the research findings, a methodological approach was developed. Results and Discussion: This study examined the organizational structure and living environment of the Moscow boarding house for labor veterans and determined the distribution of diagnoses in the population of boarding house residents. The paper also provides information on gender and age differences in cardiovascular morbidity among older adults. Conclusion: The paper presents patient satisfaction ratings with the quality of medical, social and pharmaceutical services provided in the examined boarding house against 6 criteria. The satisfaction survey results suggested high quality of care delivery. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol.20(4) 2021 p.809-816

A Theoretical and Empirical Analysis of Journal Rankings: The Case of Formal Lists

2000 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 839-861 ◽  
Author(s):  
David D. Van Fleet ◽  
Abagail McWilliams ◽  
Donald S. Siegel
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Career Development ◽  
Empirical Analysis ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Faculty Mobility ◽  
Journal Rankings ◽  
Department Size ◽  
Specific Human Capital

This study examines the use of formal rankings of journals by management departments for personnel decision purposes. We posit that the probability of adopting a list of formal rankings is related to a set of characteristics of the department. Few schools have formal lists of journals. Our empirical findings imply that the probability of adopting a list is positively correlated with department size and is inversely correlated with the perceived quality of the department. Considerable variation exists across such lists and across different institutions in the perceptions of the quality of journals. This suggests that, although lists may reduce the level of uncertainty regarding the assessment of research quality by providing explicit targets, lists may also induce faculty members to develop institution-specific human capital. This could reduce faculty mobility and impede career development.

scholarly journals The argument style in research article discussions to support research findings in language studies

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 290-307
Author(s):  
Safnil Arsyad ◽  
Bambang Kaswanti Purwo ◽  
Zifirdaus Adnan
Keyword(s):  
Analysis Method ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Argument Quality ◽  
Research Article ◽  
Language Studies ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Possible Cause ◽  
Support Research ◽  
Do So

The argument quality in a research article discussion (henceforth RAD) determines the quality of the article as a whole, and therefore this section must be written as convincingly as possible. However, authors in different disciplines such as Language Studies (LS) may address this section in a different argument style. This study is aimed at investigating how Indonesian writers in LS support their findings in their RADs. There were 40 RADs taken from four different Indonesian journals in LS; the articles were chosen from the latest volumes of the nationally accredited journals. This study used a genre analysis method in which the major source of data is a collection of texts as a product of language activity. The results show that the majority of Indonesian writers use Style 1 (interpreting the research findings or suggesting what the research findings mean), Style 2 (explaining or elaborating the research findings), Style-3 (stating the possible cause/s of the research findings), and Style 4 (illustrating or exemplifying the research findings) to support their research findings. However, unlike international authors, Indonesian writers do not relate their research findings with those of previous related studies; if they do so, it is to confirm the interpretation or explanation of their research results. The results of this study may help Indonesian authors in LS improve the quality of their RADs especially when writing articles in English to be submitted to an international journal.

scholarly journals Initial Evidence of Research Quality of Registered Reports Compared to the Traditional Publishing Model

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Courtney K. Soderberg ◽  
Timothy M. Errington ◽  
Sarah R. Schiavone ◽  
Julia G. Bottesini ◽  
Felix Singleton Thorn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Peer Review ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Publication Bias ◽  
Mean Difference ◽  
Clear Distinction ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Scale Range

Registered Reports (RRs) is a publishing model in which initial peer review happens before the research is completed. In-principle acceptance before knowing outcomes combats publication bias and provides a clear distinction between confirmatory and exploratory research. The theoretical case for how RRs would improve the credibility of research findings is straightforward, but there is little empirical evidence. Also, there could be unintended costs of RRs such as reducing innovation or novelty. 353 researchers peer reviewed a pair of papers from 29 published RRs from psychology and neuroscience and 57 non-RR comparison papers. RRs outperformed comparison papers on all 19 criteria (mean difference=0.46; Scale range -4 to +4) with effects ranging from little improvement in novelty (0.13) and creativity (0.22) to relatively large improvements in rigor of methodology (0.99) and analysis (0.97) and overall paper quality (0.66). RRs could improve research quality while reducing publication bias and ultimately improve the credibility of the published literature.

scholarly journals Reproducibility in subsurface geoscience

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Steventon ◽  
Chris Jackson ◽  
Mark Ireland ◽  
Matt Hall ◽  
Marcus Munafo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Method ◽  
Carbon Capture ◽  
Natural Hazard ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Net Zero ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Access To Data

Reproducibility, the extent to which consistent results are obtained when an experiment or study is repeated, sits at the foundation of science. The aim of this process is to produce robust findings and knowledge, with reproducibility being the screening tool to benchmark how well we are implementing the scientific method. However, the re-examination of results from many disciplines has caused significant concern as to the reproducibility of published findings. This concern is well-founded – our ability to independently reproduce results build trust both within the scientific community, between scientists and the politicians charged with translating research findings into public policy, and the general public. Within geoscience, discussions and practical frameworks for reproducibility are in their infancy, particularly in subsurface geoscience, an area where there are commonly significant uncertainties related to data (e.g. geographical coverage). Given the vital role of subsurface geoscience as part of sustainable development pathways and in achieving Net Zero, such as for carbon capture storage, mining, and natural hazard assessment, there is likely to be an increased scrutiny on the reproducibility of geoscience results. We surveyed 347 Earth scientists from a broad section of academia, government, and industry to understand their experience and knowledge of reproducibility in the subsurface. More than 85% of respondents recognised there is a reproducibility problem in subsurface geoscience, with >90% of respondents viewing conceptual biases as having a major impact on the robustness of their findings and overall quality of their work. Access to data, undocumented methodologies, and confidentiality issues (e.g. use of proprietary data and methods) were identified as major barriers to reproducing published results. Overall, the survey results suggest a need for funding bodies, data providers, research groups, and publishers to build a framework and set of minimum standards for increasing the reproducibility of, and political and public trust in, the results of subsurface studies.

scholarly journals Identifying Research Dimensions from the Outlook of Faculty Members of the Islamic Azad University of Dezful

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 8
Author(s):  
Hoshang Maktabi ◽  
Abdoulreza Pazhakh
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
View Point ◽  
Four Dimensions ◽  
New Horizons ◽  
Global Issues ◽  
Statistical Procedures ◽  
The Relationship

Today, research and development (R&D) are included among the important global issues. What makes research important is innovation in science and opening new horizons for solving human problems. OE the other hand, higher education, functioning as a propelling force of a country particularly in training and specializing human forces, is expected to attend to this issue more than any other system. To analogize the relationship between the quality and efficiency of higher education, one can refer to the fact that the higher the quality of a research is, the more satisfied the researchers and the more useful the research will be. To achieve this objective, the important and basic elements of an acceptable research should be determined so that researchers and authorities can deal with these issues more carefully. In this research, using statistical procedures, we have tried to determine the dimensions of quality of a research from the view point of more than 700 faculty members of the Islamic Azad University of Dezful. Finally, to follow the paradigm used by Zetammel, four dimensions of the research quality were determined to be dealt with deeply and more importantly than others.

scholarly journals Design and Validation of an Instrument for Evaluating the Social Capital of Faculty Members

2021 ◽  
Vol In Press (In Press) ◽  
Author(s):  
Omid Pournik ◽  
Leila Ghalichi
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Social Cohesion ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Expert Opinions ◽  
The Social

Background: Social capital refers to the degree and quality of connections in a certain community. The effect of social capital on productivity, absenteeism, and health of employees is reported by studies conducted in a variety of work environments. Objectives: The current study aimed to, firstly, provide a better understanding of social capital conceptualized by the faculty members in Iran and, secondly, developing an instrument for its evaluation. Methods: In this mixed-method study, initially, a search was performed to identify relevant literature for determinants of social capital at the workplace. Then, a semi-structured interview was performed with faculty members and experts. Afterward, a group of experts evaluated the obtained list of subscales and commented on the degree of relevance, importance, and grouping. Then, the questionnaire was developed based on the finalized list of determinants and expert opinions. Ten faculty members evaluated the questionnaire, comprised of 38 items, and after obtaining their approval, the questionnaire was completed by 32 faculty members from different universities. Results: Identified determinants were categorized into five categories of ability and tendency to participate in workplace activities, trust in the workplace, social cohesion, access to information, and participation in groups and networks. Exploratory factor analysis revealed a structure corresponding to the theoretical dimensions previously extracted, and Cronbach’s alpha ranged from 0.724 to 0.959. Conclusions: According to our findings, the social capital of faculty members can be evaluated by measuring ability and willingness to participate in workplace activities, trust and social cohesion in the workplace, access to workplace information, and membership in work-related groups and networks. We also provided a 38-item questionnaire for its evaluation, with acceptable internal consistency and conformity with the theoretical constructs.

A minimalist design for distance learning

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (7) ◽  
pp. 1457-1465
Author(s):  
Colleen Carraher Wolverton ◽  
Brandi N. Guidry Hollier
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Online Course ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Minimalist Approach ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Training Courses ◽  
Budget Reductions ◽  
Technological Options

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to determine whether the application of the minimalist approach is appropriate in distance learning (DL). Design/methodology/approach A survey of faculty who have participated in DL training courses at a university in the southeastern USA was conducted. In total, 72 faculty completed the survey, for a response rate of 34 percent. Findings Survey research findings demonstrate support for the suitableness of a minimalist approach to DL, as results indicate that faculty members do not need more training or more technology. In fact, results suggest there may be an excess of technological options, many of which are not being utilized. Practical implications In order to apply a minimalist approach to DL and in consideration of the survey results, the authors posit that fewer technologies should be used, the training required to teach an online course should be applied and simplified, and the technologies implemented in a DL course should be uncomplicated Originality/value Drawing from the literature on the minimalist approach to resourcefulness, a new lens with which to consider DL is presented. There have been few applications of minimalism within the IS literature. The minimalist approach presented herein is fitting given the budget reductions that have impacted higher education since the recession.

scholarly journals Rural Tourism – Evaluating the Quality of Destination

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 769-788 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kateřina Ryglová ◽  
Ida Rašovská ◽  
Jakub Šácha
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Rural Tourism ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Information Communication ◽  
Quality Factors ◽  
Sense Of Security ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Quality Dimensions

Abstract This paper concerns the topic of rural destination quality from the viewpoint of tourism development. The research exploring crucial quality factors from the viewpoint of demand is presented. Rural tourism participants attribute the highest significance to Destination cleanliness and Sense of security. The evaluation of the importance of most research quality factors is not dependent on gender and on the contrary, the importance of 16 quality factors depends on the visitor´s age. In the case of the factor of “Friendly acceptance by the locals”, the most significant influence on the visitor´s return to the destination was confirmed. On the contrary, this impact was not proven for the factor of “Level of prices of services and goods in the destination”. The research and the successive factor analysis revealed 6 dimensions representing the rural destination quality: Services, Image, Transportation, Well-being, Information/Communication and Attractions/ Experiences; Well-being was identified as the most important. This was consecutively confirmed by the analysis of the quality factors’ impact on the visitor´s overall satisfaction and loyalty to the destination. The research findings provide the theory with topical destination quality dimensions as well as contribute to better understanding of visitor´s behavioural mechanisms in rural areas.

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