A snapshot of attitudes towards open access monograph publishing in the humanities and social sciences – part of the OAPEN-UK project

Ellen Collins; Caren Milloy

doi:10.1629/2048-7754.25.2.192

Abstract

Exploring the possibilities and feasibility of open access monograph publishing in the humanities and social sciences (HSS), OAPEN-UK presents some initial findings from its benchmarking survey with the projects' authors, publishers and members of the steering group. The survey explores their awareness of and attitudes towards open access, their motivations for publishing and priorities in scholarly communication.

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A snapshot of attitudes towards open access monograph publishing in the humanities and social sciences – part of the OAPEN-UK project

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