Research evaluation: not changing, changing, how to change, by Judith Sutz and Natalia Gras

From FOLEC-CLACSO , we recommend reading the article "Research Evaluation: Not to Change, to Change, How to Change" by Judith Sutz and Natalia Gras, published in Integración y Conocimiento: Revista del Núcleo de Estudios e Investigaciones en Educación Superior de Mercosur (Integration and Knowledge: Journal of the Center for Studies and Research in Higher Education of Mercosur ). This work examines the results of a recent survey of the research community in Uruguay, focusing on their opinions about academic evaluation and proposing directions for its possible modification.

The study presents both quantitative and qualitative data, differentiating the opinions of various groups, such as gender, academic elites, and cognitive areas. Among the findings, the tendency of academic elites to resist change stands out, while other groups show greater openness to modifications in the evaluation system. These differences underscore the importance of considering diverse perspectives when formulating science policies.

Within the framework of the work of the Interdisciplinary Center "Science, Technology, and Innovation for a New Development," this research provides valuable information for the development of more inclusive and effective policies in Uruguay. By offering a comprehensive view of researchers' opinions and perceptions, the article identifies convergences and potential directions for improving the current academic evaluation system.

For more details, you can access the full article through the following linkWe invite the academic and scientific community to read this study, which offers valuable perspectives and proposals for the evolution of research evaluation in Uruguay.