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An Evaluation Of The Australian Research Council's Journal Ranking, Jerome K. Vanclay
An Evaluation Of The Australian Research Council's Journal Ranking, Jerome K. Vanclay
Professor Jerome K Vanclay
As part of its program of ‘Excellence in Research for Australia’ (ERA), the Australian Research Council ranked journals into four categories (A*, A, B, and C) in preparation for their performance evaluation of Australian universities. The ranking is important because it likely to have a major impact on publication choices and research dissemination in Australia. The ranking is problematic because it is evident that some disciplines have been treated very differently than others. This paper reveals weaknesses in the ERA journal ranking and highlights the poor correlation between ERA rankings and other acknowledged metrics of journal standing. It highlights the …
Forestry At Southern Cross University: Fifteen Years In Review, Diana Lloyd, J Doland Nichols, Kathryn H. Taffs, Jerome K. Vanclay
Forestry At Southern Cross University: Fifteen Years In Review, Diana Lloyd, J Doland Nichols, Kathryn H. Taffs, Jerome K. Vanclay
Professor Jerome K Vanclay
After 15 years, it is timely to review the 4-year bachelor degree in forestry offered by Southern Cross University (SCU), now the only remaining such 4-year degree in Australia. The SCU program is characterised by innovative teaching, a strong fieldwork component, emphasis on research, and strong links with local interest groups (both environmental and industrial). The progressive introduction of two-site delivery and on-line lectures has maintained the viability of the course despite modest student demand.
What Was Wrong With Australia's Journal Ranking?, Jerome K. Vanclay
What Was Wrong With Australia's Journal Ranking?, Jerome K. Vanclay
Professor Jerome K Vanclay
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