Publications

2012

 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, María Cruz Valiente, Elena García Barriocanal: Applying Ontology-Based Models for Supporting Integrated software Development and IT Service Management Processes. IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, Part C 42(2012): 61-74 Link


 * M. A. Sicilia, D. Rodríguez, Elena García Barriocanal, Salvador Sánchez Alonso: Empirical findings on ontology metrics. Expert Syst. Appl. 39(8): 6706-6711 (2012)Link


 * Daniel Rodríguez-García, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Elena García Barriocanal, Rachel Harrison: Empirical findings on team size and productivity in software development. Journal of Systems and Software 85(3): 562-570 (2012)Link


 * M. A. Sicilia, D. Rodríguez, Elena García Barriocanal, Salvador Sánchez Alonso: Empirical findings on ontology metrics. Expert Syst. Appl. 39(8): 6706-6711 (2012)Link


 * Lezcano, L., García, E. Sicilia, M.A. (2012) Bridging informal tagging and formal semantics via hybrid navigation. Journal of Information Science 38(2) 140–155

2011

 * Manuel Mora, Mahesh S. Raisinghani, Ovsei Gelman, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia: Onto-ServSys: A Service System Ontology. The Science of Service Systems (2011): 151-173 Link


 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Miltiadis D. Lytras, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Elena García Barriocanal, Miguel Zapata-Ros: Modeling instructional-design theories with ontologies: Using methods to check, generate and search learning designs. Computers in Human Behavior 27(4): 1389-1398 (2011)Link


 * Ernesto Ocampo Edye, Mariana Maceiras Cabrera, Silvia Herrera Delgado, Cecilia Maurente, Daniel Rodríguez, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia: Comparing Bayesian inference and case-based reasoning as support techniques in the diagnosis of Acute Bacterial Meningitis. Expert Syst. Appl. 38(8): 10343-10354 (2011)Link


 * Cechinel, Cristian, Sánchez-Alonso, Salvador, & García-Barriocanal, Elena.(2011). Statistical profiles of highly-rated learning objects. Computers & Education, 57(1), 1255-1269. doi: 10.1016/j.compedu.2011.01.012 Link


 * Sánchez Alonso, S., Sicilia, M.A., García-Barriocanal, E., Pagés-Arévalo, C., Lezcano, L.(2011) Social models in open learning object repositories: A simulation approach for sustainable collections. Simulation Modelling Practice and Theory 19(1): 110-120Link


 * Segura, A., Sánchez-Alonso, S., Garcia-Barriocanal, E. and Prieto, M. (2011). An empirical analysis of ontology-based query expansion for learning resource searches using MERLOT and the Gene ontology. Knowledge Based Systems, 24(1), pp. 119-133.Link


 * García-Barriocanal, E., Sicilia, M.A. and Sánchez-Alonso, S. (2011). Providing semantic metadata to on-line learning resources on sustainable agriculture and farming: combining values and technical knowledge. Interactive Learning Environments. DOI: 10.1080/10494820.2011.559170Link


 * Lezcano, L., Sánchez-Alonso, S. and Sicilia, M.A. (2011). Associating Clinical Archetypes Through UMLS Metathesaurus Term Clusters. Journal of Medical Systems. Link


 * García-Barriocanal, E., Sicilia, M.A., Sánchez-Alonso, S. and Lytras, M. (2011, in press). Semantic annotation of video fragments as learning objects: a case study with YouTube videos and the Gene Ontology. Interactive Learning Environments.Link


 * Lezcano, L., Sicilia, M.A., Rodríguez Solano-Nuzzi, C. (2011). Integrating reasoning and clinical archetypes using OWL ontologies and SWRL rules. Journal of Biomedical Informatics.Link


 * Sicilia, M.A., Sánchez-Alonso, S. and García-Barriocanal, E. (2011) Comparing impact factors from two different citation databases: the case of computer science. Journal of Informetrics. Link


 * Elena García Barriocanal, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Miltiadis D. Lytras: Semantic annotation of video fragments as learning objects: a case study with YouTube videos and the Gene Ontology. Interactive Learning Environments 19(1): 25-44 (2011)Link

2010

 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Christian Kop, Fabio Sartori: Ontology, Conceptualization and Epistemology for Information Systems, Software Engineering and Service Science - 4th International Workshop, ONTOSE 2010, held at CAiSE 2010, Hammamet, Tunisia, June 7-8, 2010, Revised Selected Papers Springer (2010)Link


 * Elena García Barriocanal, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Nikolaos Korfiatis: Exploring Hotel Service Quality Experience Indicators in User-Generated Content: a Case Using Tripadvisor Data. MCIS (2010): 33Link


 * Cristian Cechinel, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Merisandra Côrtes de Mattos: Descriptive Analysis of Learning Object Material Types in MERLOT. MTSR (2010): 331-341Link


 * Rodríguez, D., Sicilia, M.A., Sanchez-Alonso, S., Lezcano, L. and García-Barriocanal, E. (2010) Exploring affiliation network models as a collaborative filtering mechanism in e-learning. Interactive Learning Environments.Link


 * Sicilia, M.A., Sánchez-Alonso, S., García-Barriocanal, E. y Zapata, M. (2010) Modeling instructional-design theories with ontologies: using methods to check, generate and search learning designs. Computers in Human Behavior.Link


 * Sicilia, M.A., García-Barriocanal, E., Sánchez-Alonso, S. y Rodriguez, D. (2010). Devising instruction from empirical findings on student errors: a case in usability engineering education. International Journal of Engineering Education.Link


 * Daniel Rodríguez-García, Elena García Barriocanal, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Carlos Rodríguez-Solano Nuzzi: Defining Software Process Model Constraints with Rules Using OWL and SWRL. International Journal of Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering 20(4): 533-548 (2010)Link

2009

 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Nikos Manouselis: Metadata and Semantic Research - Third International Conference, MTSR 2009, Milan, Italy, October 1-2, 2009. Proceedings Springer (2009)Link


 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Miltiadis D. Lytras: Metadata and Semantics, Post-proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Metadata and Semantics Research, MTSR 2007, Corfu Island in Greece, 1-2 October 2007 Springer (2009)Link


 * Sicilia, J.J., Sicilia, M.A., Sánchez-Alonso, S., García-Barriocanal, E. and Pontikaki, M. (2009). Knowledge representation issues in ontology-based clinical Knowledge Management systems. International Journal of Technology Management 47(1-3), pp. 191-206 Link


 * Manouselis, N., Kastrantas, K., Sánchez-Alonso, S., Caceres, J., Ebner, H., Palmer, M. and Naíve, A. (2009). Architecture of the Organic.Edunet Web portal. International Journal of Web Portals, Vol. 1, No. 1, pp. 71-91. Link


 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Elena García Barriocanal, Daniel Rodríguez-García: Exploring Structural Prestige in Learning Object Repositories: Some Insights from Examining References in MERLOT. INCoS (2009): 212-218Link


 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Elena García Barriocanal, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Daniel Rodríguez-García: Ontologies of engineering knowledge: general structure and the case of Software Engineering. Knowledge Eng. Review 24(3): 309-326 (2009)Link

2008

 * Sicilia, M.A., García-Barriocanal, E. and Sánchez-Alonso, S. (2008). Empirical assessment of a collaborative filtering algorithm based on OWA operators. International Journal of Intelligent Systems 23(12), pp.1251-1263.Link


 * Aroba, J., Cuadrado-Gallego, J.J., Sicilia, M.A., Ramos, I., García-Barriocanal, E. (2008) Segmented software cost estimation models based on fuzzy clustering. Journal of Systems and Software 81(11), pp. 1944-1950.Link


 * Sanz, J., Dodero, J.M. and Sánchez-Alonso, S. (2008). A preliminary analysis of software engineering metrics-based criteria for the evaluation of learning objects reusability. International journal of emerging technologies in learning, vol. 4. Link


 * Sánchez Alonso, S., Sicilia, M.A., de Rato Leguina, G.(2008). Sobre la interoperabilidad semántica en las descripciones archivísticas digitales. Revista Española de Documentación Científica. 31 (1)Link


 * Elena García Barriocanal, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia: On Linking Cultural Spaces and e-Tourism: An Ontology-Based Approach. WSKS (2) (2008): 694-701Link

2007

 * García-Barriocanal, E. and Sicilia, M.A. (2007). Representing evidence about interpersonal relationships of public people in the Semantic Web. ASLIB Proceedings 59(6), pp. 550-564.Link


 * García-Barriocanal, E., Sicilia, M.A. and Lytras, M. (2007) Evaluating pedagogical classification frameworks for learning objects: A case study. Computers in Human Behavior 23(6), pp.2641-2655 Link


 * Soto Carrión, J., García Gordo, E. y Sánchez Alonso, S. (2007).Semantic Learning Object Repositories. International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life-Long learning. 17(6).Link


 * Sánchez Alonso, S. y Vovides, Y.( 2007).Integration of metacognitive skills in the design of learning objects. Computers in Human Behaviour,23 (6).Link


 * Dodero, J.M., Sánchez-Alonso, S. and Frosch-Wilke, D. (2007). Generative Instructional Engineering of Competence Development Programmes. Journal of Universal Computer Science, Vol. 13, No. 9, pp. 1213-1233. Link


 * Vovides, Y., Sánchez Alonso, S., Mitropoulou, V. y Nickmans, G. (2007). The Use of e-learning Course Management Systems to support learning strategies and to improve self-regulated learning. Educational Research Review. 2(1).Link


 * Anne Monceaux, Ambjörn Naeve, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Elena García Barriocanal, Sinuhé Arroyo, Joanna Guss: Targeting Learning Resources In Competency-Based Organizations. The Semantic Web: Real-World Applications from Industry (2007): 143-167Link

2006

 * Sicilia, M.A. and García-Barriocanal, E. (2006). Extending Object Database Interfaces with Fuzziness through Aspect-Oriented Design. ACM SIGMOD Record 35(2), pp. 4-9. Link


 * Sicilia, M.A., Lytras. M., Rodríguez, E. García-Barriocanal, E. (2006) Integrating Descriptions of Knowledge Management Learning Activities into Large Ontological Structures: A case Study. Data and Knowledge Engineering 57(2), pp. 111-121 Link


 * Sicilia, M.A., García-Barriocanal, E., and González-Sotos, L. (2006). Introducing fuzziness in object models and database interfaces through aspects. International Journal of Intelligent Systems 21(12), pp. 1199 - 1216 Link


 * Sánchez-Alonso, S. y García-Barriocanal, E. (2006). Making use of upper ontologies to foster interoperability between SKOS concept schemes. Online Information Review, 30(3): 263 – 277. Link


 * Miguel-Ángel Sicilia, Elena García Barriocanal, Salvador Sánchez Alonso, Jesus Soto: A Semantic Lifecycle Approach to Learning Object Repositories. AICT/SAPIR/ELETE 2005: 466-471 (2006)Link

2005

 * Sicilia, M.A., Cuadrado, J.J., Crespo, J. and García-Barriocanal, E. (2005). Software cost estimation with fuzzy inputs: fuzzy modeling and aggregation of cost drivers. Kybernetika 41, pp. 249-264. Link


 * García-Barriocanal, E., Sicilia, M.A. and Sánchez-Alonso, S. (2005). Usability Evaluation of Ontology Editors. Knowledge Organization, 32(1), pp. 1-9.Link


 * Sánchez-Alonso, S. and Frosch-Wilke, D. (2005). An ontological representation of learning objects and learning designs as codified knowledge. The Learning Organization, Vol 12, Issue 5, 471-479. Link


 * Elena García Barriocanal, Miguel-Ángel Sicilia: Filtering Information with imprecise social criteria: A FOAF-based backlink model. EUSFLAT Conf. 2005: 1094-1098 (2005)Link