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Development of an online journal.

M Doheny1, L Thede

  • 1Kent State University College of Nursing, Kent, Ohio, USA. pjd@nowonline.net

Online Journal of Issues in Nursing
|July 17, 2001
PubMed
Summary

This article details the creation of an electronic nursing journal, the Online Journal of Issues in Nursing (OJIN). It covers essential planning steps, including needs analysis, audience engagement, and financial strategies for launching a new online academic publication.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Scholarly Publishing
  • Digital Humanities

Background:

  • The landscape of academic publishing is rapidly evolving towards digital platforms.
  • Establishing an electronic journal requires careful consideration of various operational aspects.
  • The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing (OJIN) emerged to meet the needs of the nursing community for accessible, timely information.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To chronicle the historical development and successful launch of an electronic nursing journal.
  • To outline the critical planning phases involved in establishing an online scholarly publication.
  • To provide actionable recommendations for future online journal initiatives.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of the planning and developmental stages of OJIN.
  • Focus on key areas: needs assessment, audience identification, marketing strategies, editorial board formation, and financial planning.
  • Documenting the transition from concept to a fully operational electronic journal.

Main Results:

  • Successful inception and establishment of the Online Journal of Issues in Nursing (OJIN).
  • Identification of crucial planning elements for online journal success, including market analysis and sustainable funding models.
  • Development of a comprehensive framework for launching and managing electronic academic journals.

Conclusions:

  • The successful development of OJIN demonstrates the feasibility and value of electronic nursing journals.
  • Strategic planning encompassing audience needs, editorial integrity, and financial viability is paramount for online scholarly publications.
  • Lessons learned from OJIN's development offer a valuable roadmap for individuals and organizations aiming to establish new digital journals in academic fields.

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