Description:
Ready to publish but not sure how to interpret the many terms and conditions to which your journal or book publisher has asked you to agree? This session will review the key elements of publishing contracts, explaining how they relate to your rights under copyright law and their potential impact on future reuse of your scholarship. In addition to unpacking the complex language of publishing agreements, we will explore the legal effects of open access and Creative Commons licenses, and suggest proactive strategies for managing and retaining rights in your publications.
Presenter Bio:
Rochelle Lundy is the Director of the Office of Scholarly Communications at Stanford University Libraries. She coordinates services related to scholarly publishing, copyright, and open access, including implementation of Stanford University’s open access policy and support for public access to funded research outputs. Prior to her career in academic libraries, she worked as an attorney specializing in copyright and media litigation.
Related LibGuide: Open Access by Sara Davidson Squibb
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