International Open Access Week 2023 – Workshop "Unlocking Open Access Book Publishing with Open Press”

To celebrate the importance and set the commitment to open access, the Library Research Support team is organizing a special World Café workshop titled "Unlocking Open Access Book Publishing with Open Press”. This workshop will provide the Tilburg University research community a hands-on opportunity to explore open access book publishing and community-driven initiatives through Open Press Tilburg University.

The theme for this year's International Open Access Week, happening between October 23rd and 27th, centers on "Community over Commercialization." Open Access Week 2023 presents an opportunity to unite, take action, and raise awareness regarding the importance of the community regaining control of the scholarly communication system.

Date and Time: October 24, 2023 | 13:30h - 16:15h (with coffee-break)
Duration: 2:30 hours
Location: L 111 (at the Library)
Participants: Minimum 10 | Maximum 20
Registration Required: Yes
Register Here: https://forms.office.com/e/H9E9bf4cVN

 
What to Expect: 
Step-by-Step Guide: Discover the entire process of publishing an open book with Open Press, from submission to publication
Exploring Open Press Resources: Get hands-on experience with Open Press tools and workflows, with a particular focus on the Manifold platform
Community Engagement: Engage with like-minded scholars and researchers in promoting open access book publishing

How It Works: 
The World Café structure uses multiple rounds of small, focused conversations among participants. The format will encourage diverse perspectives and collaborative discussion on the topic of the International Open Access Week “Community over Commercialization.”

Join us on October 24th and take a step towards unlocking the world of open access book publishing. Don't forget to bring your own laptop for a hands-on experience! Let's build a stronger academic community through open access publishing at Tilburg University!

For more information, please contact openaccess@tilburguniversity.edu.