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A Brief History And Overview, Elaine M. Lasda
A Brief History And Overview, Elaine M. Lasda
University Libraries Faculty Scholarship
Chapter One from the book, The New Metrics: Practical Assessment of Research Impact
Provides an introduction, background information and overview of bibliometrics. Describes the new contexts in which bibliometric indicators are being used in specialized situations, and introduces five case studies where such metrics are being used in new ways.
What Have We Learned Today? A Synthesis Of Cases Presented, Elaine M. Lasda
What Have We Learned Today? A Synthesis Of Cases Presented, Elaine M. Lasda
University Libraries Faculty Scholarship
Chapter Seven from the book, The New Metrics: Practical Assessment of Research Impact
Synthesizes the strengths, challenges, and opportunities for the five cases described in the book. Providing research impact services in specialized libraries and information centers presents many opportunities for both the library/information center and the greater organization. There is a need for continued advocacy for responsible use of research impact metrics.