Forwarded on behalf of Ines Almeida <ines@lianza.org.nz>

 

OPEN ACCESS –

 

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

 

The Future of Libraries has resulted in four workstreams – and a sector wide focus on Open Access is one of these.  As  we’ve begun to think about how to approach this we’ve realised that while library and information professionals believe that Open Access is a critical driver of innovation – many outside our sector still need to be convinced.   Therefore phase one of this work will be to develop a clear economic argument for Open Access.

 

We’re looking for individuals who are interested in helping us build the case for Open Access.  

 

Key deliverables:

 

1)      Literature review of work defining the benefits of Open Access

2)      Case studies analysing the effects and impacts of the bolder “Open” initiatives – such as the Dutch exiting Elsevier.  Have these had the positive effects “Open” champions were hoping for?

3)      An analysis of the current situation – what does “Open” really cost?  Who is bearing this? What are the barriers?  What are the incentives?

 

 

As you can see we have tentatively defined three overarching deliverables – and at this stage we need people who believe they can contribute strongly to analysing the current environment and building a strong economic argument for Open Access.

 

We are hoping that this initial phase of work will be completed by August 2016.  If you’re interested in assisting then please apply in writing with a brief summary of your interests, your experience, and outlining why you would like to contribute to Joanna Matthew (joanna@lianza.org.nz) by 9am February 26^th. 

 

Thanks!