More on open access publishing

Moves to promote open access publishing continue, with the traditional academic publishing models coming under increasing scrutiny.  This entire topic can be a little overwhelming, so whenever we see a contribution that explains a part of it in detail, or provides a new argument for or against it, we will publicise it here.  Last week, Laura Wilkinson, a librarian from the University of Sunderland, asked for feedback on an introduction to the subject she has written for a forthcoming book.  Here is what she has to say
http://darkarchive.wordpress.com/2014/03/19/an-introduction-to-open-access-for-academics/