The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) list is a list of journals officially recognised by the South African government for academic research.
Why it matters: Articles published in journals on this list count towards your institution’s research outputs and are considered credible for assignments and research projects.
How to use it: When searching for journal articles,(especially on Google and other search engines) check if the journal is on the DHET list to ensure your sources are reliable and accredited.
Tip: Not all online journals are trustworthy, so always check the DHET list before using or citing a journal.
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Beware of Predatory Journals and Publishers
“Predatory journals and publishers are entities that prioritize self-interest at the expense of scholarship and are characterized by false or misleading information, deviation from best editorial and publication practices, a lack of transparency, and/or the use of aggressive and indiscriminate solicitation practices…Since the term ‘predatory publishers’ was coined in 2010, hundreds of scholarly articles, including 38 research papers, have been written warning about them. Scientific societies and publishers have helped to establish the ‘Think. Check. Submit.’ campaign to guide authors. Think, Check, Submit helps researchers identify trusted journals and publishers for their research. Through a range of tools and practical resources, this international, cross-sector initiative aims to educate researchers, promote integrity, and build trust in credible research and publications" (Grudniewicz et al., 2019: 211). More information is available on these links
Reference List Grudniewicz, A. et al. 2019. Predatory journals: no definition, no defence. Nature. 576: 201-212. |
Find trustworthy academic sources in seconds! Use the library’s EDS and EBSCO databases for books, articles, and more.