Predatory Journals and Conferences. Just Say No!

ECU Author/Contributor (non-ECU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)

Gina Firnhaber (Creator)

Kathryn M Kolasa (Creator)

Kerry Sewell (Creator)

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East Carolina University (ECU )

Web Site: http://www.ecu.edu/lib/

Abstract: This presentation was designed for dietetic and nutrition professionals to be able to: 1) Verbalize an understanding of the term predatory in relation to journals and conferences 2) List at least 3 criteria they can use to determine if a specific journal is a trustworthy place to submit a manuscript 3) List at least 3 criteria they can use to determine if a conference is legitimate or potentially predatory and 4) Understand how a health sciences librarian can help you decide if a journal or conference is trustworthy or predatory. Examples from dietetics and nutrition journals were used. Other tools for Identifying Quality journals were demonstrated.

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Sewell K , Firnhaber G , Kolasa KM. Predatory Journals and Conferences. Just Say No! Nutrition Educators of Health Professionals , American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Webinar , February 13 , 2020.

Language: English

Date: 2020

Keywords

predatory journals, predatory conferences, nutrition, publishing

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