The global open access movement, often abbreviated as “Open Access” (OA), is an initiative to make scientific research and knowledge widely available, free of charge, and without barriers to as many people as possible.
To publish in an open access journal, follow these general steps:
Choose the appropriate journal :
Search to find open access journals that cover your research area.
Make sure the journal is of good quality, has a robust peer review policy, and is indexed in respected databases.
Prepare your article :
Write your research article following the editorial guidelines of the open access journal you have chosen.
Make sure you follow all formatting, citation style, and referencing requirements.
Sign up as an author :
Create an author account on the open access journal website.
Submit your article by following the online submission process.
Peer Review :
Your article will be peer-reviewed by experts in the field. Expect feedback and possible revisions.
Acceptance and publication :
Once your article is accepted, be sure to complete all the steps required by the journal regarding copyright, declarations of interest, etc.
Your article will be published in the open access journal and will become immediately available to the public.
Payment of publication fees (if applicable) :
Some open access journals charge publication fees to cover the costs of publishing. Make sure you understand these fees and factor them into your budget.
Promote your research :
Once your article is published, share it on social media, in academic networks and with your colleagues to increase its visibility.
Tracking your item’s performance :
Monitor the number of downloads, views, and citations of your article to assess its impact.
It’s important to note that not all open access journals operate the same way, and there may be variations in policies and procedures from one journal to another. Be sure to carefully read the specific guidelines of the open access journal you choose and adhere to its requirements throughout the publication process.