Citation Studies: A Performance Evaluation Technique for LIS Scientists

Contents: Preface. 1. Evolution of library and information science. 2. Growth of doctoral research in India. 3. Citation analysis and indexing. 4. Bibliometric laws. 5. Growth of citation study. 6. Citation analysis in selected universities. 7. Comparative study in selected universities. 8. Ranking of journals. 9. Applications of Bradford law. 10. Chi-square test for Goodness. 11. Findings.  Selected bibliography. Index.

The objective of this book is to act as a step by step guide to help reader develop a citation study, from the first step to the analysis and interpretation. The book discusses in detail, vital topics such as bibliometric analysis, citation analysis and collection development which form an important part of library and information science curriculum thus making this book a valuable literary addition not only for students and teachers of library and information science but also for practicing librarians.

This book is a very handy tool for decision makers and would immensely help them in taking decisions concerning collection development, user’s need, budget control, performance evaluation and for documentation work. The book will also be useful for every field of knowledge involved in the quantitative analysis of information exchange. The book gives a comprehensive overview of theories, techniques, concepts and applications of bibliometric laws in the field of library and information science. (jacket)