Alpsp Introduction To Journals Publishing: An International Primer Part 1 Quiz
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Which type of journal publisher is the predominant model in most of the world
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Learned association and university publishers
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Commercial publishers
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Governmental publishers
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A. Learned association and university publishersExplanation
Commercial publishers are more prevalent in the west: elsewhere journals are commonly published by institutions and associations.Rate this question:
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What does ISSN stand for?
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International Standard Serial Number, International Standard Serial NumbersExplanation
ISSN stands for International Standard Serial Number. It is a unique identifier assigned to a serial publication, such as a magazine or journal, to distinguish it from other publications. The ISSN is used internationally and helps in the efficient identification and retrieval of serials. It consists of eight digits, separated into two groups of four, with a hyphen in between. The plural form of ISSN is International Standard Serial Numbers.Rate this question:
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The following are three of the “4 pillars” of scholarly publishing: Registration: Certification: Dissemination. Which criterion is missing?
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Archiving, archiveExplanation
The missing criterion from the given list of "4 pillars" of scholarly publishing is archiving or archive. Archiving refers to the preservation and storage of scholarly content, ensuring its long-term accessibility and availability for future reference. It is an essential aspect of scholarly publishing as it guarantees the integrity and longevity of research outputs. Without archiving, scholarly publications may be at risk of being lost or inaccessible over time, hindering the progress and impact of scientific knowledge.Rate this question:
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Who controls the quality of content published in a journal?
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The Editor
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The publisher
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The reviewers
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A. The EditorExplanation
It is really important that editors are allowed the freedom to make their own decisions about which articles to accept. Editorial integrity and independence are key principles within scholarly publishing.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is the correct definition of plagiarism?
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Reproducing someone else’s ideas/research without their permission
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Reproducing someone else’s ideas/research without crediting them
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Reproducing someone else’s ideas/research
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B. Reproducing someone else’s ideas/research without crediting themExplanation
Not obtaining permission may be a copyright infringement - but so long as another person's ideas are credited it is not plagiarism.Rate this question:
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Which organization records and maintains the list of all published journals?
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Web of Science
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Google
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There is no list of all published journals
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International ISSN Agency
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C. There is no list of all published journalsExplanation
Although Google indexes all online content, it does not compile a list of journals (and especially not those only in print) - no index is fully comprehensive. (And note that ISSNs are often applied to book series and other periodical publications which are not scholarly journals.)Rate this question:
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Which editor is most likely to be employed by the publisher?
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The Associate Editors
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The Managing Editor
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The Editor in Chief
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B. The Managing EditorExplanation
Most editors are voluntary positions (often paid an honorarium), except in large, or institution-based journals - however the managing editor (who manages the administration of the editorial processes, and other work) is increasingly employed by the publisher.Rate this question:
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Why is there less emphasis on the time to publish within the HSS disciplines?
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Greater emphasis on long-form publications
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Less need to gain “ownership” of a research finding
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Slower moving fields
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There is no difference - both need quick publication
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C. Slower moving fieldsExplanation
Although there are several reasons (and many HSS authors are still frustrated by long publication times) it is generally considered that the relative speed of development within the STM fields is the usual reason for greater emphasis on fast time to publication.Rate this question:
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Which of the following most accurately describes reviewers?
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Members of the editorial board, voluntary
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Consultants, often employed by the journal publisher
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Specialists, usually voluntary, unpaid, based in research/academia
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C. Specialists, usually voluntary, unpaid, based in research/academiaExplanation
The most important criteria are that reviewers are "peers" of the authors - i.e. that they are specialists able to judge the quality of the science, subject, and findings of the article they are asked to review. They may be members of the editorial board, but it is considered good practice that they are selected from the entire research population.Rate this question:
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Approximately how many journals are reported to be published according to the 2015 STM report?
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25,000
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28,500
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35,500
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B. 28,500Explanation
Note that the STM report states that there are 28,500 journals (although this is certainly a huge under-estimate). In your course handbook the figure given (25,000) used an earlier report, but as mentioned in the webinar this should now be corrected to 28,500Rate this question:
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What is COPE?
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An organization providing guidelines on ethics
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An organization providing publishing business standards
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An editors’ association
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A. An organization providing guidelines on ethicsExplanation
COPE provides good practice guidelines for editors, publishers and reviewers on ethical issues. It also provides guidance on how to deal with problems such as plagiarism, author disputes, and other editorial issues.Rate this question:
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What is a consortia?
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A group of libraries that purchase collaboratively
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A bundle of content offered by a publisher
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An affiliated group of companies selling via an aggregator
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A. A group of libraries that purchase collaborativelyExplanation
Libraries group together to purchase journals (often bundles or "big deals") as this gives them greater negotiating strength.Rate this question:
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What does NC and ND stand for in the Creative Commons licences?
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Non compliant and non discoverable
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Non commercial and non derivative
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No criteria and no date
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B. Non commercial and non derivativeExplanation
NC stands for "non commercial" and ND stands for "non derivative" in the Creative Commons licenses. Non commercial means that the material cannot be used for commercial purposes without permission from the copyright holder. Non derivative means that the material cannot be modified or adapted without permission from the copyright holder. These terms ensure that the original creator's rights are protected and that the material is used in accordance with their intentions.Rate this question:
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What is a hybrid journal?
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A journal that publishes both OA and toll-access articles
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A journal that publishes research articles and opinion pieces
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A journal that is publishing in both print and online
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A. A journal that publishes both OA and toll-access articlesExplanation
Many publishers have now converted subscription journals into hybrid models so that authors that wish to publish OA can do so - and with the hope that maybe the journals may be able to flip into full OA as more authors select this option.Rate this question:
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What is a page budget?
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The maximum number of words that authors are allowed to submit
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The number of pages that a journal is allowed to publish in one volume
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The financial budget for the journal
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B. The number of pages that a journal is allowed to publish in one volumeExplanation
A page budget refers to the maximum number of pages that a journal is allowed to publish in one volume. This limit helps to control the length and size of the journal, ensuring that it remains manageable and within the desired scope. It allows for better planning and allocation of resources, as well as maintaining consistency and quality in the publication process.Rate this question:
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For Green open access, how long is the usual embargo period that funders allow for HSS journals?
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12 months
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18 months
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24 months
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C. 24 monthsExplanation
Embargo periods are set by funders to allow journals to recoup their costs (through securing subscriptions). Whilst these are often 6months in some biomedical and health science areas, they are usually longer in humanities and social sciences due to the nature of the disciplines.Rate this question:
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