Chapter 3. Issues, Controversies, and Opportunities for Altmetrics

Robin Chin Roemer, Rachel Borchardt

Abstract


Chapter 3 of Library Technology Reports (vol. 51, no. 5), “Altmetrics”

Chapter 3 details the conversations that have occurred around the use, adoption, and growth of altmetrics, including key controversies and opportunities. Several issues are identified that are likely to have a strong bearing on the future of altmetrics, particularly as they relate to its user demographics and standardization efforts.


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