Elaine Thornton Data-verified

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Researcher

Last publication 2022 Last refreshed 2026-05-16

faculty

6 h-index 92 pubs 105 cited

Biography and Research Information

OverviewAI-generated summary

Elaine Thornton's research focuses on higher education, particularly first-year programs and student success. Her work also examines the role of academic libraries in supporting educational initiatives and the management and leadership aspects within these contexts.

Thornton has published on topics such as Open Educational Resources (OER) and their relationship with libraries, as well as the use of group messaging to foster peer support among doctoral students. She has also contributed to discussions around Open Education Week, highlighting resources and initiatives in this area.

With an h-index of 6 and 92 total publications, Thornton has a notable output in her fields. Her collaborations include shared publications with researchers at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, such as Robin Rose Freeman, Susan Bradley Pospisil, Brendan Csaposs, and Kathleen Dorn. She also leads a research group, indicating ongoing collaborative work and mentorship.

Metrics

  • h-index: 6
  • Publications: 92
  • Citations: 105

Selected Publications

  • Using Group Messaging to Facilitate Peer Support Among Early Doctoral Students: A Thematic Analysis of One Cohort’s Text Messages (2022)
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8 Collaborators 3 Institutions 1 Country

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