A system of indicators for assessing scientific and technological capacity at local universities

Hilda A. Del Carpio Ramos, Pedro A. Del Carpio Ramos, Francisco José García-Peñalvo

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Abstract

Universities are acquiring an essential role in the advance of science and technology; therefore, it is vital to analyze how well they are managing and conducting research. Since local universities lack the tools to gather and systematize information related to their research activities, the development of specific indicators is crucial. This research focused on what factors should be measured and how they should be measured to assess scientific and technological capacity at local universities. The objective was to design a system of indicators. To achieve this aim, the authors reviewed 42 background studies and established a theoretical model based on the Theories of Change and an adapted version of the Baseline Measurement Methodology. The research found that Scientific Production, Research Procedures, and Scientific and Technological Infrastructure are the influencing factors on scientific and technological capacity at universities. The results also showed that measuring these factors requires a comprehensive system of indicators.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - TEEM 2018
Subtitle of host publication6th International Conference on Technological Ecosystems for Enhancing Multiculturality
EditorsFrancisco Jose Garcia-Penalvo
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery
Pages221-227
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9781450365185
DOIs
StatePublished - 24 Oct 2018
Event6th International Conference on Technological Ecosystems for Enhancing Multiculturality, TEEM 2018 - Salamanca, Spain
Duration: 24 Oct 201826 Oct 2018

Publication series

NameACM International Conference Proceeding Series

Conference

Conference6th International Conference on Technological Ecosystems for Enhancing Multiculturality, TEEM 2018
Country/TerritorySpain
CitySalamanca
Period24/10/1826/10/18

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Keywords

  • Scientific capacity
  • Scientific production
  • System of indicators

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