Open Access, Presented at NERCOMP Conferences

Universal Access to Human Knowledge (or Public Access to Digital Materials)

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Title:Universal Access to Human Knowledge (or Public Access to Digital Materials) (ID: NCP07013)
Author(s):Brewster Kahle (Internet Archive)
Origin:Presented at NERCOMP Conferences (03/21/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:The goal of universal access to our cultural heritage is within our grasp. With current digital technology we can build comprehensive collections, and with digital networks we can make these available to students and scholars all over the world. The current challenge is establishing the roles, rights, and responsibilities of our libraries and archives in providing public access to this information. With these roles defined, our institutions will help fulfill this epic opportunity of our digital age.
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The Librarian as Literary Agent: Establishing a Library's Scholarly Publishing Program for Faculty and Students

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Title:The Librarian as Literary Agent: Establishing a Library's Scholarly Publishing Program for Faculty and Students (ID: NCP0634)
Author(s):Mark Caprio (Boston College), Robert Gerrity (Boston College), and Brendan A. Rapple (Boston College)
Origin:Presented at NERCOMP Conferences (03/21/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:Learn how one library is collaborating with faculty to establish library-sponsored, peer-reviewed, open-access, electronic journals. Hear perspectives from both librarians and faculty and the very successful and valuable results of their collaborative e-publishing efforts.
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