Choosing a Journal

Format:

Book

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Social sciences.

Physical Description:

Online course : (1.5 hr.)

Place of Publication:

London : SAGE Publishing 2021

Summary:

This course provides guidance to help authors make informed decisions when researching different journals to publish in. It will give an insight into what journal editors are looking for, drawing on advice and tips from actual journal editors. This course will help learners to: • Identify the key considerations when evaluating journals. • Select the most appropriate journal for their research. • Evaluate the different types of publication models in order to make informed decisions about where best to publish their article. • Recognize the warning signs of predatory publishers. • Recognize the different factors to consider when evaluating journals. • Use these factors to compare and contrast journals to make their final journal selection. MODULE ONE: WHERE TO START WHEN CHOOSING A JOURNAL 1. What should I consider first? 2. Article types 3. What editors look for MODULE TWO: TYPES OF PUBLICATION 1. Different article types 2. Open access vs subscription journals 3. Predatory publishers Choosing a Journal MODULE THREE: NARROWING DOWN YOUR CHOICE 1. Is the journal suitable? 2. What is the journal’s process? 3. Does the journal have a good reputation?

ISBN:

1-5297-5463-1

OCLC:

1263344932