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Four Practical Steps to Increase the Impact of Open Access Journals

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Four Practical Steps to Increase the Impact of Open Access Journals

How can editorial teams boost the visibility and reach of their open access journals? Scholastica outlines four concrete steps to help increase journal impact: 

 

  1. Improve online discoverability 

A mobile-friendly journal website, strong internal linking, and an up-to-date sitemap with DOI links help ensure that articles are indexed effectively by search engines. 

  1. Enhance metadata quality 

Rich and consistent metadata – such as that submitted through Crossref – makes articles easier to find and link to other scholarly content. 

  1. Support authors in promoting their work 

Equip authors with tools and tips to share their publications on social media, academic networks, and professional channels. 

  1. Increase accessibility through open access publishing 

Expanding your journal’s readership starts with removing access barriers. By offering some or all content openly – via Green, Gold, or Diamond Open Access routes – you can significantly boost visibility.  

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