what is a predatory journal?
Answer
A predatory journal is one that appears to be legitimate, but does not meet the standards of a scholarly journal. Predatory journals aggressively target academics and promise quick publication of their work, often for a large fee. Citing articles from such journals in your academic work can undermine the credibility of your paper.
Cabell’s Predatory Reports maintains a list of journals known to engage in predatory practices so you can avoid interacting with these publications.