Mudanças no Qualis Periódicos: entenda o processo de avaliação dos artigos científicos

Summary

The video discusses the changes in the CAPES classification system for academic journals, focusing on the transition from quantitative to qualitative assessments. CAPES evaluates journals based on impact factors, citation counts, and a new approach where faculty members recommend their best articles with detailed justifications. This process emphasizes the significance of individual article contributions, moving beyond just citation metrics to assess their value in advancing knowledge and influencing policy. The system is undergoing refinements based on experience, allowing for greater flexibility and more nuanced evaluations of research impact.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Qualis system is used by Capes to classify academic journals, with a focus on the impact factor of each journal.
• 😀 Impact factors are generally higher in areas with a larger number of researchers and citations, and lower in smaller, more specialized fields.
• 😀 The Capes classification of journals ranges from A1 to A4 and B1, with the introduction of qualitative assessments in recent years.
• 😀 Researchers must identify their top 5 publications from a 4-year period, explaining why these are the best, with a focus on the quality and impact of the work.
• 😀 A new evaluation process requires academic journals to be classified not only by their impact factor but also by the impact of individual articles within them.
• 😀 In the third phase of the evaluation, researchers must justify their best publications, with explanations based on the contribution to knowledge or societal impact, not just impact factors.
• 😀 The qualitative assessment process continues to evolve, incorporating feedback and refining the criteria over time.
• 😀 The new evaluation system aims to shift focus from sheer publication numbers to the quality and societal relevance of the research.
• 😀 One of the significant changes is the move away from relying solely on impact factors and placing greater importance on the qualitative aspects of research outputs.
• 😀 Researchers will be encouraged to produce robust, high-quality work in fewer articles rather than many smaller studies, to drive advances in knowledge.

Q & A

What is the Qualis classification and how is it used?

The Qualis classification is a system used by CAPES to evaluate academic journals. It categorizes journals based on various factors, including impact factors, which are determined by citation numbers. Journals are classified into categories ranging from A1 to A4, and B1, depending on their impact and relevance in different academic areas.

Why is the impact factor not the only criterion for evaluating journals?

The impact factor, which is based on citation numbers, can be higher in fields with more researchers and lower in specialized fields with fewer researchers. Thus, comparing journals solely by their impact factor may not be accurate for all disciplines. Other factors like the number of researchers and the niche focus of a field must also be considered.

How does CAPES classify journals in its Qualis system?

CAPES uses bibliometric tools like Scopus, JCR, and Google Scholar to classify journals. The classification ranges from A1 to A4 and B1, with the system aiming for consistency across disciplines while acknowledging the specificities of each area of research.

What new approach was introduced in the most recent CAPES evaluation?

In the most recent evaluation, CAPES introduced a qualitative approach. Professors who have been part of the program for at least four years are now required to highlight their best works and justify why these are considered their top contributions.

How will the evaluation of articles change under the new CAPES guidelines?

The evaluation will now include three phases. First, the journal's impact factor will be considered. Second, areas can adjust the classification of journals based on specific justifications. Finally, researchers will need to select their best publications and provide qualitative justifications for their choices, not solely based on impact factor.

What are the three phases of article evaluation according to CAPES?

The first phase involves assessing the journal's impact factor. The second phase allows areas to modify the classification of journals with justifications. The third phase involves researchers selecting their top articles and justifying their choices based on their contribution to knowledge or public policy, rather than just their impact factor.

Why is the justification for a selected article important in the new CAPES evaluation?

The justification for selecting a publication is important because it allows for a more nuanced evaluation based on the article’s contribution to knowledge, its novelty, or its real-world impact, rather than just relying on citation numbers or the impact factor.

What is the role of bibliometric data in the new evaluation process?

Bibliometric data, such as citation counts, will play a role in the new evaluation process by providing quantitative insights into the impact of articles. CAPES will supply this data to areas, helping to guide the classification of journals and the evaluation of individual articles.

How does the inclusion of qualitative evaluation change the approach to academic publication assessment?

By including qualitative evaluation, the assessment moves beyond simple numerical measures, such as the number of publications or their impact factors. Researchers are now encouraged to assess the broader significance of their work, its relevance to their field, and its potential contribution to society or policy.

What is the potential impact of these changes on academic publishing in Brazil?

The changes could lead to a shift in how academics prioritize their publications, encouraging them to focus on producing high-quality, impactful work rather than a large quantity of articles. This could foster more meaningful contributions to knowledge and society and reduce the pressure to publish frequently for the sake of publication count.