Open Access Publishing Models: An Overview of Strengths and Weaknesses

This workshop provided attendees with an overview of the various funding and publishing models for open scholarship, including emerging models such as subscribe-to-open and transformative/transitional models like read and publish. The presenter compared the strengths and weaknesses of these models, and attendees had the opportunity to consider the implications of different scenarios for their respective sectors.

The workshop covered:

  • The strengths and weaknesses of various funding and publishing models
  • The knowledge and skills to confidently navigate between different approaches to open scholarship
  • The ability to critically analyze options and choose a models that best suits their needs