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Going Beyond Counting First Authors in Author Co-citation Analysis
Get PDFThe present study examines one of the fundamental aspects of author co-citation analysis (ACA) - the way co-citation
counts are defined. Co-citation counting provides the data on which all subsequent statistical analyses and mappings
are based, and we compare ACA results based on two different types of co-citation counting - the traditional type that
only counts the first one among a cited work's authors on the one hand and a non-traditional type that takes into
account the first 5 authors of a cited work on the other hand. Results indicate that the picture produced through this non-traditional author co-citation counting contains more coherent author groups and is therefore considerably clearer. However, this picture represents fewer specialties in the research field being studied than that produced through the traditional first-author co-citation counting when the same number of top-ranked authors is selected and analyzed. Reasons for these effects are discussed
Variations on the Author
Get PDF“Variations on the Author” discusses two of Eduardo Coutinho’s recent films (Um Dia na Vida, from 2010, and Últimas Conversas, posthumously released in 2015) and their contribution to the general question of documentary authorship. The director’s filmography is characterized by a consistent yet self-effacing form of authorial self-inscription: Coutinho often features as an interviewer that rather than express opinions propels discourses; an interviewer that is good at listening. This mode of self-inscription characterizes him as an author who is not expressive but who is nonetheless markedly present on the screen. In Um Dia na Vida, however, Coutinho is completely absent form the image, while Últimas Conversas, on the contrary, includes a confessional prologue that moves the director from the margins to the center of his films. This article examines the ways in which these works stand out in the filmography of a director who offers new insights into the notion of cinematic authorship
Appropriate Similarity Measures for Author Cocitation Analysis
Get PDFWe provide a number of new insights into the methodological discussion about author cocitation analysis. We first argue that the use of the Pearson correlation for measuring the similarity between authors’ cocitation profiles is not very satisfactory. We then discuss what kind of similarity measures may be used as an alternative to the Pearson correlation. We consider three similarity measures in particular. One is the well-known cosine. The other two similarity measures have not been used before in the bibliometric literature. Finally, we show by means of an example that our findings have a high practical relevance.information science;Pearson correlation;cosine;similarity measure;author cocitation analysis
Dispelling the Myths Behind First-author Citation Counts
Get PDFWe conducted a full-scale evaluative citation analysis study of scholars in the XML research field to explore just how different from each other author rankings resulting from different citation counting methods actually are, and to demonstrate the capability of emerging data and tools on the Web in supporting more realistic citation counting methods. Our results contest some common arguments for the continued
use of first-author citation counts in the evaluation of scholars, such as high correlations between author rankings by first-author citation counts and other citation
counting methods, and high costs of using more realistic citation counting methods that are not well-supported by the ISI databases. It is argued that increasingly available digital full text research papers make it possible for citation analysis studies to go beyond what the ISI databases have directly supported and to employ more
sophisticated methods
koamabayili/VECTRON-author-checklist: VECTRON author checklist
No full textWe have done our best to complete the author checklist relating to the use of animals in the hut study. Note that the objective for the hut study was to evaluate the IRS treatment applications for residual efficacy against Anopheles mosquitoes, including the local An. coluzzii mosquito population. Cows were only used to attract mosquitoes into the huts and no tests were carried out directly on the cows. The author checklist is intended for use with studies where experiments are carried out on animals, which is why we have had such difficulty in completing this for the hut study, as many of the questions do not relate to how the cows were used
Etude de la relation entre l’organisation et le positionnement de l’Audit Interne et son efficacité
No full textBeyond the competence of the auditors, the effectiveness of the internal audit function is heavily dependent on several organizational factors.
This article focuses on this topic by providing a structured narrative review of the scientific literature that has examined the link between the organization and positioning of Internal Audit and its effectiveness.
This research is based on proven conceptual frameworks as well as recent and recognized academic work. It proposes to study three essential dimensions: the independence of the function, the contribution of the audit committee, and the support of senior management.
This study highlights the notion of independence, considered by professional standards as an essential condition for achieving objectivity. One of the determining factors in the quality of internal audit is the functional and hierarchical reporting structure, which directly impacts the autonomy of the audit and influences the quality of its output. The audit committee also plays an important role in evaluating the work of internal audit, thus guaranteeing the relevance of its recommendations.
Like the audit committee, the support of senior management ensures access to resources and strategic data. This support provides the audit function with a positive image and legitimacy in the eyes of those being audited and all stakeholders.
By adopting a critical approach, the literature review indicates that the convergence of these three factors—namely, the independence of the function, its relationship with the audit committee, and the support of senior management—constitutes a major lever for improving the effectiveness, performance, and added value of internal audit.
Classification JEL : M42
Paper type: Theoretical ResearchAu-delà de la compétence des auditeurs, l’efficacité de la prestation de l’audit interne est fortement tributaire de plusieurs facteurs organisationnels.
Le présent article met l’accent sur cette question en proposant une revue narrative structurée de la littérature scientifique ayant porté sur le lien entre l’organisation et le positionnement de l’Audit Interne et son efficacité. Ce travail de recherche s’appuie sur des cadres conceptuels éprouvés ainsi que des travaux académiques récents et reconnus.
Il s’agit d’étudier trois dimensions essentielles à savoir : l’indépendance de la fonction, la contribution du comité d’audit et le soutien de la direction générale.
Cette étude met en évidence la notion d’indépendance considérée par les normes professionnelles comme étant une condition incontournable pour atteindre l’objectivité. L’un des facteurs déterminants de la qualité de l’audit interne est le mode de rattachement fonctionnel et hiérarchique qui impacte directement l’autonomie de l’audit et exerce une influence sur la qualité de son rendu. Le comité d’audit joue également un rôle important dans l’appréciation des travaux de l’audit interne, garantissant ainsi la pertinence de ses recommandations.
Tout comme le comité d’audit, l’appui de la direction générale garantit l’accès aux ressources et aux données stratégiques. Ce soutien procure à la fonction d’audit une image positive et une légitimité vis-à-vis des audités et de l’ensemble des parties prenantes.
En adoptant une démarche critique, la revue de littérature indique que la convergence de ces trois facteurs à savoir : l’indépendance de la fonction, sa relation avec le comité d’audit et l’appui de la direction générale constitue un levier majeur d’amélioration de l’efficacité, de la performance et de la valeur ajoutée de l’audit interne.
JEL Classification : M42
Type du papier : Recherche Théoriqu
Évaluation de la touristification du patrimoine culturel : Analyse de contenu du site historique de Rabat
Get PDFThe strategic utilization of cultural heritage as a catalyst for tourism development holds great potential in expanding market reach, increasing tourist influx, and enhancing global cultural exposure. The satisfaction of tourists during their experiences is intrinsically linked to the performance of tourism and cultural offerings, thereby offering valuable insights into the benchmarks for a successful visitor experience. This research endeavors to provide recommendations for the effective implementation of a touristification initiative by assessing visitor satisfaction across various stages of the tourism value chain. Employing a theoretical framework rooted in heritage tourism and customer satisfaction, this empirical study analyzes textual data sourced from the internet. Utilizing an exploratory approach involving lexical classifications and quantitative analysis, the study reveals favorable overall tourist satisfaction at Rabat's historical site. Furthermore, it identifies key areas for improvement, including the restoration of historical heritage, enhanced access to historical sites, and more effective promotion of tourism activities.The study offers three recommendation axes for successful touristification: 1) the development of an efficient digital communication strategy to enhance tourist attraction, 2) the creation of cultural and tourist activities at historical sites, and 3) fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders involved in the cultural heritage context. While this study focuses on Rabat's historical site, its findings provide valuable insights for similar historical and cultural destinations globally, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in preserving cultural heritage and ensuring an authentic visitor experience.La touristification du patrimoine culturel est une stratégie prometteuse pour développer le tourisme et promouvoir la culture mondiale. La satisfaction des touristes est un indicateur important de la qualité des offres touristiques et culturelles, et elle peut être améliorée par des efforts conjoints de préservation et de promotion du patrimoine culturel. Cette étude a examiné la satisfaction des touristes envers le site historique de Rabat en analysant des données textuelles provenant d'Internet. Les résultats indiquent une satisfaction globale favorable, mais ils identifient également des domaines d'amélioration, tels que la restauration du patrimoine historique, l'amélioration de l'accessibilité et la promotion plus efficace des activités touristiques. L'étude propose trois recommandations pour une touristification réussie : 1) Développer une stratégie de communication digitale efficace pour renforcer l'attractivité touristique. 2) Créer des activités culturelles et touristiques au sein des sites historiques. 3) Favoriser la collaboration entre les différents acteurs impliqués dans le contexte du patrimoine culturel.Ces recommandations sont applicables à d'autres destinations historiques et culturelles, soulignant l'importance d'une approche collaborative pour préserver et promouvoir le patrimoine culturel et garantir une expérience authentique aux visiteurs
Author-wise bibliometric analysis based on entropy.
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