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Scholarly communications program: force for change.

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Libraries must proactively address rising journal costs and scholarly publishing changes. Johns Hopkins librarians engaged faculty to foster dialogue and awareness, enhancing library liaison communication.

Area of Science:

  • Scholarly communication
  • Library and information science

Background:

  • Increasing journal costs and evolving scholarly publishing models necessitate proactive library strategies.
  • Academic libraries face pressure to adapt to financial and systemic changes in scholarly dissemination.

Discussion:

  • Johns Hopkins University librarians initiated a program to inform faculty about scholarly communication challenges.
  • The initiative aimed to stimulate faculty engagement and dialogue regarding publication practices and costs.

Key Insights:

  • Raising faculty awareness is crucial for addressing scholarly communication issues.
  • Library liaisons can play a key role in bridging communication gaps with academic departments.

Outlook:

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  • Continued engagement between librarians and faculty can lead to more sustainable scholarly publishing models.
  • Strengthening library liaison roles can enhance support for research and academic communities.