Why Ghanaian universities must take the 'Predatory Journal' crisis seriously

Noble Quansah
Journalist · Ghana Ntentan
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In my opinion, it is crucial for Ghanaian universities to address the issue of predatory publishing seriously. Predatory journals pose a significant threat to academic integrity and research quality. These journals exploit researchers by charging fees for publication without providing legitimate peer review or editorial services. This issue undermines the credibility of academic work and can lead to misinformation. Therefore, it's imperative that Ghanaian institutions take proactive measures to educate their staff and students about these predatory practices and establish guidelines to safeguard the quality of their research outputs.
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Noble Quansah
Journalist at Ghana Ntentan
Noble Quansah covers the latest developments in Ghana and across Africa for Ghana Ntentan. With a focus on accurate reporting and in-depth analysis, they bring context and clarity to the stories that matter most to Ghanaians.




