Public Health and Methodology in online journals. Quality

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Public Health and Methodology in online journals

• Quality such a range of journals now that there
  is almost the same range in quality as the print
  journals
• Quantity it is important for researchers to be
  able to place their research in journals that
  have similar or related topics

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Advantages

• Review and publication are usually fast
• Size of the paper is less constrained than print
  journals
• Colour figures are easier
• Three-dimensional and animated graphics can be
  included
• Range of journals are now available
• Easier access - Everyone (and anyone) can read
  your paper

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Disadvantages

• Misconceptions about impact factors and value of
  journals (slowly receding now with more
  citations)
• No physical presence in libraries

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Decision process as to where to publish

• Online journals are considered equally with the
  print journals
• Size of article and speed are considered when
  prioritising the journal to use, online journals
  score well here
• Impact and readability are important, as is
  whether the journal content is similar to the new
  article
• Citation rates from those sent to online journals
  are the same as our print journals

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