Measuring Open Access Uptake: Methods and Metrics to Assess a Market Transformation
In this editorial, we will introduce the contributions to the Special Issue entitled “<i>Measuring Open Access Uptake: Databases, Metrics, and International Comparisons</i>.” The contributions to this Special Issue explore the methods and metrics that are used to assess open access (OA)...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-10-01
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| Series: | Publications |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6775/12/4/33 |
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| Summary: | In this editorial, we will introduce the contributions to the Special Issue entitled “<i>Measuring Open Access Uptake: Databases, Metrics, and International Comparisons</i>.” The contributions to this Special Issue explore the methods and metrics that are used to assess open access (OA) uptake across disciplines and regions, a crucial topic considering the growing push by several research institutions worldwide to achieve 100% OA. We will discuss the impact of OA on scholarly publishing, focusing on how economic factors and discipline-specific practices shape its adoption. Additionally, we will examine the transformation of OA models, the citation benefits of a hybrid OA model, and regional perspectives. Our analysis identifies key challenges and disparities in OA adoption and suggests future directions for achieving sustainable and equitable access to research. |
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| ISSN: | 2304-6775 |