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Abstract

Objective: The open access publication has made it easier for low-quality journals to take advantage of new authors and those from developing countries. Therefore, this study is set to determine Nigerian Physiotherapist awareness of predatory journals (PJs).

Methodology: For this study, an online survey was used, and participants were recruited through a Google form shared via email and social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Twitter. The data was analyzed using frequency and percentage, and a chi-square test was used to see if there was a connection between demographic factors and awareness of predatory journals.

Results: The results showed that most participants were between 21-30 years old (82%), male (72.1%), had an undergraduate degree (91.8%), and had 1-5 years of work experience (82%). However, only a few participants were aware of Beall’s list (8.2%), open access (14.8%), or predatory journals (31.1%).

Conclusion: In conclusion, the study found a low level of knowledge about predatory journals among the participants. However, they did show some awareness of the signs of predatory journals. The study suggests using social media to raise awareness among participants.

Author Bio(s)

Daha Garba Muhammad, BPT, MSc, is a dedicated physiotherapist passionate about ways of advancing evidence-based practice in Nigeria and encouraging fellow clinicians to engage in research. He possesses the goal of bridging clinical practice and academic inquiry.

Hassan Yusuf Ahmad, BPT, is an MSc student at Bayero University Kano with an interest in neurorehabilitation.

Saadatu Abubakar Maiwada, BPT Msc, is a PhD candidate and lecturer with an interest at Bayero University Kano with research interest in women's health.

Acknowledgements

We hereby appreciate all Physiotherapist that participated in the study.

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