Moore Module: Responsible Metrics

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The measurement of research has long focused on numerical assessment but things are changing. With the University of Cambridge signing DORA (San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment) it is important that researchers understand the issues surrounding the responsible use of metrics in their work.

This self-paced, interactive module allows learners to think about the issues around the limitations of relying on quantitative assessment and how they can make better use of a range of resources to showcase the impact of their work including putting together a responsible resume.

• PhD students
• Academic staff

This module covers the following topics:

• The metrics landscape.
• How metrics are used and their limitations.
• The Responsible Metrics movement.
• Practical steps towards the responsible use of metrics.

At the end of the module, learners will be able to :

• Describe the research metrics landscape.
• Critique the use of some of the most popular measures of measurement.
• Summarise the key themes of the major responsible metrics documents.
• Develop techniques to help you implement responsible metrics practices in your own work.

The module will remain available for all and learners are free to complete it at their own pace. Registering via this website allows you to add the module to your University training record.

The module can be accessed here.