Principles of Evaluative Bibliometrics in a DORA/CoARA Context

Abstract

The document, "Principles of Evaluative Bibliometrics in a DORA/CoARA Context," provides a comprehensive examination of evaluative bibliometrics, exploring its role within scientific evaluation. It begins with an overview of bibliometrics, its evolution from the early 20th century, and the theoretical and practical frameworks that have shaped its development. Notably, the work emphasizes the integration of bibliometrics with emerging trends in science evaluation, offering solutions for adapting these methodologies to contemporary evaluative systems.

The text outlines five key principles that guide evaluative bibliometrics: (1) the Principle of Support for Decision-Making, (2) the Principle of Collaboration with Experts, (3) the Principle of Respect for Contexts, (4) the Principle of Metric Multidimensionality, and (5) the Principle of Data Verifiability and Openness. Each principle is framed as a flexible and evolving concept that can be adapted to various evaluative contexts. Furthermore, the work underscores the importance of combining quantitative methods with qualitative expertise, advocating for a more inclusive and collaborative approach to scientific evaluation.

1. PREFACE 2. INTRODUCTION Definition and origins The legacy of CWTS Professional perspectives Bibliometric indicators Approach to the principles 3. FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES Principle 1. Principle of support for decision-making Principle 2: Principle of collaboration with experts Principle 3: Principle of respect for contexts Principle 4: Principle of metric multidimensionality Principle 5: Principle of verifiability and openness of data 4. EPILOGUE 5. BIBLIOGRAPHY