Open Divide — Session 11: The Promise and Perils of Transparency and Openness
In 2018, Open Divide: Critical Studies on Open Access examined the transformation of scholarly communication, questioning dominant narratives and highlighting unresolved controversies. Now, seven years later, Joachim Schöpfel (Université de Lille, France), Ulrich Herb (Saarland University, Germany), and Niels-Oliver Walkowski (University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg) launch a twelve-month lecture series as a foundation for a new edition of Open Divide. The three of them are equally responsible for the content of the series and will take turns moderating the individual events.
This lecture series tackles these pressing issues, exploring the role of libraries, sustainability, and long-term preservation. It critically examines competition, commercialization, and governance in academic publishing while addressing equity and the broader impact of open science policies. Alternative models, such as shadow libraries, commons-based publishing, and the Global South’s contributions, offer fresh perspectives on the future of Open Access.
Leading experts from academia, libraries, and publishing will share their insights, offering diverse and critical perspectives on these pressing issues.
Open Divide Session 11:
Kevin Elliott, Red Cedar Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Michigan State University, USA
📌 Topic: The Promise and Perils of Transparency and Openness
This lecture examines the concept of transparency in science, exploring its benefits for innovation, reproducibility, and public trust while addressing its ambiguities, criticisms, and potential paths toward responsible implementation.
Learn more about the Open Divide Series here!
Register for Session 11 here!