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Comprehensive examination reading lists as indicators of scholar impact and significance

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  • Giblin, Matthew J.
  • Schafer, Joseph A.

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The current study extended prior citation analyses in criminology and criminal justice by drawing upon an alternative, non-published source for inquiry--reading lists provided to PhD students to aid in their preparation for criminological theory doctoral examinations. Reading lists were analyzed and the most-cited scholars were identified using various measures. The strengths and weaknesses of this methodological approach as well as implications are discussed.

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  • Giblin, Matthew J. & Schafer, Joseph A., 2008. "Comprehensive examination reading lists as indicators of scholar impact and significance," Journal of Criminal Justice, Elsevier, vol. 36(1), pages 81-89, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jcjust:v:36:y::i:1:p:81-89
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