Attitude, Ethics and Journal Finder - Research

This presentation covers the fundamental aspects of research attitude and the role of ethics in the research process. It highlights the difference between a researcher and a scholar, emphasizing the vocation and spirit of scholarship. Participants will explore the mindset required for conducting genuine and ethical research, including the principles of evidence-based research and intellectual curiosity.

Key Concepts:
Vocation of a Scholar: The presentation distinguishes between mere research and the higher calling of scholarship, highlighting the historical sense and intellectual breadth that define true scholarship.
Ethics in Research: Topics such as intellectual property rights (IPR), plagiarism, salami slicing, and the role of the researcher as a contributor to society are covered. Ethical guidelines for research collaboration and publication are emphasized.
Research in the Digital Era: The transition to digital research, including literature reviews using online databases, is also discussed.

1. 1. Research Attitude 2. UGC - Research and Publication Ethics 3. How to find a quality journal for publication? 4. Digital Profile of a Research Scholar Dilip Barad Prof. & Head, Department of English M. K. Bhavnagar University, Gujarat

2. Road Map Session 1: Research Aptitude UGC – RPE > Research Ethics Session 2: Publication Ethics Finding Quality Journals Research Profile > Interlinking research accounts

3. Research Aptitude The Art of Literary Research Richard Altick and John Fenstermaker Scholar’s vocation The spirit of Scholarship The Scholar’s Life 9/17/2024 Dilip Barad 3

4. What is the vocation of a scholar? Difference between Researcher and Scholar. Publish or perish!

5. Vocation of Research Scholar Researcher and scholar: ( pg20 ) “Learning without wisdom is a load of books on an ass’s back.” One can be a researcher, full of knowledge, without also being a scholar. Researcher is the means , scholarship the end . Research is an occupation , scholarship is a habit of mind and a way of life . Scholars are more than researchers, for while they may be gifted in the discovery and assessment of facts, they are, besides, persons of broad and luminous learning. Historical Sense – differentiates scholar from the researcher 9/17/2024 Dilip Barad 5

6. What are the chief qualities of mind and temperament that go to make up a successful and happy scholar? Law and Journalism ( pg 15) Law > Principles of evidence and resourcefulness. Journalism > Organizational skill – ability to put facts together in a pattern

7. Whenever there is a time of jingoistic nationalism, this must be remembered . . . In scholarship there is no prejudice born of national origin, creed, colour or social class – we live in truest democracy of all, the democracy of the intellect. ( pg 250)

8. The Scholar’s Life Code of manners and ethics: (pg 251) the proposition at heart is – “we are working together for the benefit of society, not for private aggrandizement.” Intellectual Property Rights should be respected. (AI infringes IPR) More energetic scholar should be allowed to mine it deeper – spirit of scholarship. Two principles: ( pg 252) Let others know what you are working on Keep up with what others are doing – not only in your field but in others as well. 9/17/2024 Dilip Barad 8

9. UGC – RPE - Research Ethics Finding Journals

10. Literature Review – Practical Session https://blog.dilipbarad.com/2014/01/research-review-of-related-literature.html Presentation

11. Research in Digital Era – Practical Session SEER : Source Educational Evaluation Rubric

12. Digital Tools for Research & Digital Profile of a Research Scholar Click to open presentation

13. Writing Dissertation / Thesis FAQs > https://blog.dilipbarad.com/2023/03/faqs-dissertation-writing.html