UID:
almahu_9949753007902882
Umfang:
1 online resource (226 pages).
ISBN:
9781035300174 (e-book)
Serie:
How to guides
Inhalt:
"Drawing on the insights and experiences of authors, editors, and publishing professionals across the humanities, arts and social sciences, this How to guide offers practical advice on how to successfully navigate scholarly journal editorial work. From outlining the motivations to take on editorial positions to charting the key responsibilities of an editor, this book outlines the steps to success for aspiring editors. Authors delve into the role and importance of scholarly journal editing in the contemporary academic landscape, providing guidance on the peer review process, how to manage editorial boards, and the ethical considerations of publishing. Consideration is also given to understanding and customizing manuscript management systems, how to navigate emerging publishing trends, and strategies for amplifying the impact of your journal beyond metrics. Expert authors indicate how to manage global shifts in knowledge production and journal geopolitics, emphasizing the ways editors can make a difference to society and practice. This How to guide is an engaging resource for both seasoned editors wishing to reflect on their practices and aspiring editors taking their first steps towards this form of scholarly leadership. It is also beneficial to early career academics and academic publishing professionals looking to successfully navigate scholarly journal editorial work"--
Anmerkung:
Includes index.
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Contents -- Part I: Building and thriving in your editorship -- 1. Leading scholarship: A guide to editing academic journals in the humanities, arts and social sciences / Gerti Szili, Gareth Butler and Iain Hay -- 2. Why edit a journal? / Dallen J. Timothy -- 3. Becoming an editor and how to build an effective editorial management team / Catheryn Khoo, Gareth Butler and Paolo Mura -- 4. Managing associate/commissioning editors and your editorial board effectively / Guy M. Robinson -- 5. Guest editing journal special issues: Triumphs, tribulations and tips to maximise the former and minimise the latter / Matthew W. Rofe and Michael Ripmeester -- 6. Understanding and customising manuscript management systems as a journal editor / Allison McCann -- 7. Designing journal peer review: Diverse expectations, procedures and concerns / Willem Halffman and Serge P. J. M. Horbach -- 8. Rebound and renewal: Strategies and tactics for journal revitalisation / Jay Gatrell, Nancy Hoalst-Pullen and Mark W. Patterson -- Part II: Managing relationships and responsibilities in journal editing -- 9. Working with authors to improve their journal manuscripts / David Higgitt and Derek France -- 10. Open access: Definitions, issues and trends / Simon Wakeling -- 11. Empowering editors to select the right publisher and software for their journals / Gerti Szili, Katie Sanderson and Danielle Padula -- 12. Identifying ethical malpractice by authors and journal editors / Loreta Tauginienė -- 13. Questionable (including predatory) publisher and publishing behaviours / Johann Mouton and Marthie van Niekerk -- 14. Navigating your journal through a dynamic academic publishing landscape: An evolutionary case study / Marié Kirsten -- 15. How as an editor to manage global shifts in knowledge production and journal geopolitics / Elaine Stratford -- 16. Managing an academic journal with care / Matej Blazek -- 17. How to make a difference to society and practice through your journal / Jan McArthur -- 18. Reflecting on editorial transitions: The case of modern Chinese literature and culture / Kirk A. Denton -- Index.
Weitere Ausg.:
ISBN 9781035300167 (hardback)
Sprache:
Englisch
Schlagwort(e):
Electronic books.
URL:
https://www.elgaronline.com/view/book/9781035300174/9781035300174.xml
