Perceptions of Open Access Publishing among Academic Journal Editors in China

ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Xiaorong Shao, Assistant Professor (Creator)
Allan G. Scherlen, Professor and Social Sciences Librarian (Contributor)
Institution
Appalachian State University (ASU )
Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/

Abstract: Open access publishing is examined from the perspective of academic journal editors in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. In addition to providing background information on academic publishing in China, the author incorporates interviews with two editors from open access and four from traditional subscription-based journals in the region. The editors share their general views on Chinese academic publishing and reflect on how open access has or could affect their publications. The editors comment on such issues as the economic viability of open access publishing in China and the potential benefits and challenges faced by Chinese academic journal editors who pursue open access.

Additional Information

Publication
Shao, X., Scherlen, A. (2007). Perceptions of Open Access publishing among academic journal editors in China. Serials Review, 33(2), 114-121 (ISSN 0098-7913) Published by Elsevier doi:10.1016/j.serrev.2007.02.002
Language: English
Date: 2007
Keywords
open access, China, journal publishing

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