Hello everyone ...
How would you like to publish your research paper? open-access or not?
Explain the reason for your choice.
Open-access publishing allows unrestricted access to research papers online, free of charge to the reader. This model of publishing has gained popularity in recent years due to its ability to increase the visibility and impact of research, as well as promote collaboration and innovation. Many open-access journals require authors to pay a fee to cover publication costs, but some are subsidized by institutions or governments.
On the other hand, traditional publishing involves submitting papers to journals that require payment for access, either by individuals or institutions. This model has been the standard for many years and is still widely used, particularly by established journals in certain fields.
Both open-access and traditional publishing models have their pros and cons, and the decision to choose one over the other may depend on factors such as the availability of funding, target audience, and impact goals. Ultimately, the choice should be based on the specific needs and goals of the researcher and the field of study.
definitely open access.
1. because I am convinced: I want to have my research available for a wide range of people.
2. because I need to: There are open access requirements from the main research funders in my discipline.
3. because there is a serials crisis - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serials_crisis
Here are some previous discussions on open access:
https://www.researchgate.net/post/What-is-a-open-access-journal-How-can-we-recognize-it-and-what-are-the-benefits-to-publish-a-journal-in-it
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Should_all_scientific_research_be_made_open_access
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Open_access_free_of_charge_should_we_change_the_roles_of_publishing
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Free_science_What_do_you_think_about_paying_to_read_a_scientific_article_even_though_you_know_that_its_authors_dont_get_paid_for_it
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Open_or_closed_access_journals_What_is_your_take
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Is-open-access-journal-is-better-to-publish
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Free_Articles_Downloads
https://www.researchgate.net/post/Are_open_access_journals_low_in_quality
https://www.researchgate.net/post/The_Open_Access_revolution_isnt_here_yet_Requests_for_uploading_copyrighted_papers
See also: https://www.openaccess.nl/en/what-is-open-access/pros-and-cons
I think it should be open access because everyone knows the importance of open access than that of traditional besides it varies fron journal to journal. It is also seen, some open access journals make authors pay.
Best wishes to all.
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