Dear colleagues,
In light of growing concerns regarding certain publication practices, John Child and I have authored a viewpoint article for EMR. We are keen to share its insights with
you. Kindly find a link below to access the full article, along with its abstract.
Abstract
Pressures to publish prolifically have led to an abundance of research on trivial matters rather than on issues of significance. This trend is particularly pronounced in developing countries, where
limited access to paid content has fueled the growth of open-access publications. Additionally, the prevailing “publish or perish” culture has encouraged the pursuit of inconsequential and conformist research. The scholarly integrity of academic institutions
is eroded when they struggle with evaluating research impact through metrics, potentially overlooking substantive contribution. The emergence of AI technology adds a fresh dimension to the issue, creating new possibilities for mass output rather than work
that is innovative or informed by social values and priorities. This commentary serves as a call to action for scholars, institutions, and policymakers collectively to reshape the trajectory of academic publishing, restoring its sense of purpose through making
lasting contributions to the betterment of society.
Best regards
Saïd
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Prof. Said Elbanna Director of
Center for Entrepreneurship & Organizational Excellence [log in to unmask]"> Editor-in-Chief of Management & Sustainability: An Arab Review journal Recent academic publications From ‘publish or perish’ to ‘publish for purpose. European
Management Review, 2023 An
evidence-based review of workforce nationalization. Employee Relations, 2024 |
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ChatGPT in education. MSAR, 2023 Can
Gulf countries exit the circle of the quota system? Stanford Social Innovation Review, 2023. Restructuring the health education cluster in a public university,
Case Journal, 2023 |