At AUFSCHLUSS, we believe in the importance of making scholarly research accessible to everyone. Our Open Access Policy is designed to ensure that all published articles are freely available to readers, promoting knowledge sharing and advancing research in various fields.
1. Definition of Open Access
Open access refers to the practice of providing unrestricted access to scholarly research outputs, allowing anyone to read, download, and share published articles without financial, legal, or technical barriers.
2. Open Access Publication Model
AUFSCHLUSS adopts an open access publication model, which includes the following key features:
- No Subscription Fees: All articles published in our journal are freely accessible to readers without any subscription fees.
- Immediate Availability: Articles are made available online immediately upon publication, allowing for rapid dissemination of research findings.
- Creative Commons Licensing: All published articles are licensed under a [specific Creative Commons license, e.g., CC BY], enabling others to share and adapt the work, provided proper attribution is given to the original authors.
3. Benefits of Open Access
The open access model offers numerous benefits to authors, readers, and the academic community:
- Increased Visibility: Open access articles reach a broader audience, increasing visibility and citations.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Freely available research fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, practitioners, and the public.
- Public Engagement: Open access research allows for greater public engagement and understanding of scientific findings, promoting informed decision-making.
4. Author Rights and Responsibilities
Authors retain certain rights under our open access policy:
- Self-Archiving: Authors are permitted to deposit their accepted manuscripts in institutional repositories or personal websites, ensuring they provide a link to the published version on the AUFSCHLUSS website.
- Reuse of Work: Authors may reuse their published work in future publications, provided they give proper credit to AUFSCHLUSS and indicate that the work was originally published in our journal.
5. Funding and Support
To support our open access model, authors may be required to cover article processing charges (APCs) upon acceptance of their manuscripts. Information about APCs and any available waivers or discounts can be found on our Author Guidelines page.
6. Commitment to Open Access
AUFSCHLUSS is dedicated to promoting open access publishing as a means of enhancing the dissemination of scholarly research. We continuously strive to improve our open access practices and encourage feedback from our community to foster a collaborative academic environment.