Open Access Publishing: Who Owns Our Knowledge? Online
As the academic community continues to grapple with issues of equity, access, and ownership in scholarly publishing, this webinar offers a timely introduction to open access publishing through the lens of this year’s theme: “Who Owns Our Knowledge?”
This session will explore:
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The fundamentals of open access publishing—what it is, how it works, and why it matters
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The differences between gold, green, and hybrid OA models
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The role of copyright, licensing, and publishing agreements in knowledge ownership
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How OA can support more ethical and sustainable models of research dissemination
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how open access can help shift control of scholarly communication back to researchers, institutions, and the public. Whether you're new to OA or seeking clarity on how it affects your publishing choices, this session offers an accessible entry point into these critical conversations.
Who Should Attend: Faculty, graduate students, researchers, librarians, and anyone interested in the future of academic publishing.
Related LibGuide: Open Access by Elaine Walker
- Date:
- Tuesday, October 21, 2025
- Time:
- 11:00am - 12:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Central Time - US & Canada (change)
- Event Type:
- Programs and Events
- Online:
- This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
- Categories:
- Research Data Services (Open Session)