Tag: Open Access Research

Unlocking Knowledge: The Benefits of Open Access Research Articles

 By: Shashikant Nishant Sharma

Abstract

In recent years, the academic landscape has undergone a significant transformation with the rise of open access research articles. Open access refers to the unrestricted, free availability of scholarly works, allowing anyone with an internet connection to read, download, and distribute academic publications without financial barriers. This shift from traditional subscription-based models to open access has brought about numerous benefits for researchers, educators, students, and the general public.

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Widespread Accessibility:

One of the primary advantages of open access research articles is the democratization of knowledge. Traditional academic publishing often involves expensive subscription fees, making it challenging for individuals and institutions with limited resources to access vital research. Open access eliminates these financial barriers, providing equal opportunities for researchers worldwide to access cutting-edge information.

  1. Faster Dissemination of Knowledge:

Open access accelerates the dissemination of research findings. Traditional publishing can be a lengthy process, involving submission, peer review, and publication timelines. With open access, articles are typically available online shortly after acceptance, allowing the global research community to benefit from the latest discoveries more rapidly. This accelerated dissemination fosters collaboration and innovation across disciplines.

  1. Increased Visibility and Impact:

Open access research articles often enjoy higher visibility and citation rates compared to their paywalled counterparts. When articles are freely accessible, they are more likely to be cited by other researchers, leading to increased impact and recognition for the authors. This increased visibility not only benefits individual researchers but also contributes to the advancement of their respective fields.

  1. Global Collaboration:

Open access facilitates international collaboration by breaking down geographical and financial barriers. Researchers from different parts of the world can easily access each other’s work, fostering a more interconnected global research community. This collaborative environment can lead to diverse perspectives, innovative solutions, and the sharing of resources and expertise.

  1. Educational Benefits:

Open access research articles are valuable resources for educators and students at all levels. By providing free access to scholarly content, educational institutions can enhance their teaching materials and expose students to the latest research in their fields. This not only enriches the learning experience but also prepares students for a future where access to information is paramount.

  1. Public Engagement:

Open access research encourages engagement from the general public. By making academic knowledge freely available, research becomes more accessible to individuals outside the academic community. This transparency promotes informed public discourse, increases scientific literacy, and fosters a society that is more aware of and invested in the latest scientific developments.

Conclusion:

The benefits of open access research articles are manifold, ranging from improved accessibility and visibility to fostering global collaboration and public engagement. As the academic community continues to embrace open access models, it is evident that this shift is not only leveling the playing field for researchers but also contributing to the democratization of knowledge and the acceleration of scientific progress. Open access is a powerful tool in shaping a more inclusive and collaborative future for academic research.

References

Allen, C., & Mehler, D. M. (2019). Open science challenges, benefits and tips in early career and beyond. PLoS biology, 17(5), e3000246.

Ferreras-Fernández, T., García-Peñalvo, F., Merlo-Vega, J. A., & Martín-Rodero, H. (2016). Providing open access to PhD theses: visibility and citation benefits. Program, 50(4), 399-416.

Huston, P., Edge, V. L., & Bernier, E. (2019). Open science/open data: Reaping the benefits of open data in public health. Canada Communicable Disease Report, 45(11), 252.

Houghton, J. W., Rasmussen, B., & Sheehan, P. (2009). Economic implications of alternative scholarly publishing models: Exploring the costs and benefits.

Sharma, S. N. Techniques of Meta-Analysis for Unlocking Knowledge.



Use of Cases for Data Exploration

Data exploration analyzes data to identify patterns and trends, either manually or through software tools. Data exploration identifies new insights that can help improve business performance. You can also use it to identify potential problems and areas for improvement. Data exploration is a critical step in data analysis. There are many reasons you might want to use data exploration in your business. Perhaps you want to better understand your customer base, or you want to find new growth opportunities. Maybe you’re looking for ways to improve your operations or cut costs.

Keep reading to learn more about use cases for data exploration and how to benefit your business.

 

Cases of Use For Data Exploration

 

Data exploration is an essential process for businesses of all sizes. The data that a company collects can provide valuable insights into how to improve operations, marketing, and customer experience. However, data exploration can be difficult and time-consuming without the right tools and techniques to identify helpful data patterns to inform business decisions. There are several reasons for using data exploration, including:

Identifying customer trends: By analyzing customer data, businesses can identify trends in purchasing behavior, demographics, and other factors. You can use this information to make informed decisions about what products or services to offer customers and how to market them.

Analyzing competitor activity: By studying the competition, businesses can learn what strategies they are using and how successful they are. Data exploration can also help companies understand their competition and how they stack up against them. This information can help businesses determine their strengths and weaknesses relative to the competition and make strategic changes accordingly.

Optimizing operations: Data exploration can help optimize operations by identifying areas where businesses can improve. For example, by analyzing production data, a business may discover that it’s producing more of a specific product than is needed or waste in the production process. Identifying these issues allows companies to address them and improve efficiency.

Troubleshooting: If something goes wrong in a business, it’s often necessary to troubleshoot the issue to find a solution. Data exploration can help by identifying the cause of the problem.

 

Why Use Data Exploration

 

Data exploration can also be used internally within businesses to improve operations and optimize manufacturing processes or target marketing campaigns more effectively. Additionally, data can improve employee productivity or customer satisfaction levels. Data exploration can help you understand your data.

By exploring your data, you can better understand the patterns and trends that exist within it. This can help you make better decisions about how to use that data. It also helps identify problems when exploring your data; you may identify outliers, inconsistent values, and missing data. This can help you fix those problems before you begin your analysis. You may find that certain variables are related to each other through data exploration. This can help you identify potential relationships you may want to investigate further. You may also find patterns that you wouldn’t have otherwise identified by exploring your data, helping you make better decisions about using that data. Businesses can generate hypotheses about how certain factors may influence specific outcomes and can then be tested through further analysis or experimentation.

Of course, data exploration is just one piece of the puzzle. But, data exploration can be a powerful tool for improving your business. No matter your specific goal, data exploration can be an invaluable tool. By analyzing your data in a more in-depth way, you can better understand what’s happening within your business. This can help you make more informed decisions, and it can also help you identify potential areas for improvement.

Call for Papers – International Journal of Research (IJR)

Open Access Publishing Model of IJR

Open Access Publication is one that meets the following two conditions:

1. The author(s) and copyright holder(s) grant(s) to all users a free, irrevocable, worldwide, perpetual right of access to, and a license to copy, use, distribute, transmit and display the work publicly and to make and distribute derivative works, in any digital medium for any responsible purpose, subject to proper attribution of authorship, as well as the right to make small numbers of printed copies for their personal use. (IJR Journal Inc does not take any copyright of paper from the author. It means the author have fully authorized person of reusing and selling that published material of paper)

2. A complete version of the work and all supplemental materials, including a copy of the permission as stated above, in a suitable standard electronic format is deposited immediately upon initial publication in at least one online repository that is supported by an academic institution, scholarly society, government agency, or other well-established organization that seeks to enable open access, unrestricted distribution, interoperability, and long-term archiving. (All published papers are available for free access in IJR Journal website).

OPEN ACCESS

With open access, any researchers can read and build on the findings of others without restriction and without paying any fee which accelerates authors’ discoveries among all.

NOT COPYRIGHT FORM

IJR Journal Inc does not take any copyright of paper from author. It means author has fully authorized person of reusing and selling that published material of paper.

CITATION BENEFITS

The main motivation for most authors to publish in an open-access journal is increased visibility and ultimately a citation advantage. Research citations of articles in a hybrid.

PEER REVIEW PROCESS

Peer Review Process Fast High-level peer review, production and publishing processes.

Google Scholar Indexing

All published papers will be indexed in Google Scholar and eIndex sites. 

DOI

All published articles will get the permanent link of DOI (Digital Object Identifier).

TOP 5 sectors that provide opportunities in post covid-19

 

The current situation are impact on ongoing pandemic, this changed lots of thing around us. Many of the changes have been come with negative impact for example small business house hit very badly, change in student’s education and their learning behaviours and many more industries have faced same impact.

 However there are some sectors which are still in high demand and we have to look this positive side of this pandemic as well. These sectors are providing opportunity in short term as well as in long term.  

 

1.     1.  E-learning platform

During this pandemic era, when all the schools and colleges are operating in virtual mode through online classes, it’s led to create a rise of web courses and online mode of education. The cost of education to also decrease, making it more financially accessible to a larger section of society as well. This helps many e-learning platforms to grow their market and reach every section of society though internet.  

 

 

2.    2. E-Commerce sector

  E-commerce was already on the rise before the pandemic hit due to our increasingly digitized & globalised world looking for further convenience. But, during pandemic consumer had a no choice to gave up there old shopping habits for fear to get sick. It is expected that e-commerce industry is likely to reach over $ 200 billion in the coming 8 years.

                Amazon, Walmart and Ali Babaare large players that will take leverage of the growth opportunity. 

 

 

3.    Remote working software

 Thegovernments implementing more serious measures such as full or partial lockdowns, and businesses struggling to find ways to maintain adequate levels of productivity, many are turning to remote working apps and software. The desire to have more flexibility of working and remain safe from virus will also drive businesses to rely more on cloud and virtual office solutions.

  The concept of ‘’WORK FROM HOME’’ become more widely popular. The tech firms like zoom, Google meet saw an unpredictable growth     that remain continues for upcoming years.  

 

 

4.    OTT platforms

covid-19 has brought a shift to the entertainment sector where over the top (OTT) platforms   replaced old entertainment watching habits.  Over the past few months, online content consumption has risen exponentially, creating a vast user base for OTT platforms. Confined to their homes for months, people turned to OTT platforms to keep themselves occupied. The worldwide   OTT   platforms are Hotstar, Netflix, Prime, etc.

5.      HEALTH CARE

The pandemic has reminded us of many key essentials, but one of the biggest takeaways has been remembering how important it is to have skilled medical staff and top end medical equipment to combat unpredictable deadly and contagious diseases. The pandemic has undoubtedly brought the pharma and healthcare sectors to the forefront. While the crisis was unprecedented and did put a strain on the industry, it has recovered quickly and is now thriving. With a surge in demand for healthcare and pharma professionals, the industry is expected to be largely immune to the looming economic slowdown in the near future.

 

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Importance of Skill Development Training

 In today’s competitive world, its very important for people to invest their time and resources to improve their skills, potential capabilities. One needs to do so in order to be future ready. One’s skills determines their ability to carry out any task effectively and efficiently. 

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Skill development is a powerful tool to safeguard the future of youth and for their overall development. It is an important way to increase the employment rate of India. Skills are as essential as one’s academic qualifications. Education and skills should now go hand in hand to be successful. In today’s world, lack of education and skill development restricts people from realizing their potential capabilities and abilities. Eventually, this prevents them from contributing to the economic growth of a country. Thus, education and skill training is vital for the overall growth and personality development of an individual.
Illiteracy is one such reason for lack of skill training. The capability of the poorest sections of society to start business is restricted owing to because of their lack of business skills, illiteracy, their inability to take risks, capital, lack of investment, etc. It would be far better to upgrade their skills so that they can get employed. The strategy of the Ministry of Labor to specialize on skill upgradation has contributed significantly to this mission. 
According to the World Trade Organization, the GDP level can increase up to 3%-5% in 2035, if India focuses on skill development and training. India has taken many initiatives in this regard. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is responsible for coordinating skill development activities in India. It has supported various organizations like National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), which aims to promote skill development in the country by establishing institutes across the country and National Skill Development Agency (NSDA), which seeks to coordinate the efforts of the government and the private sector and aid in skill development.

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the Skill India Mission, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship on 15 July 2015, which aims to train over 40 crore people in India in different skills by 2022. The mission seeks to vocational training and certification of Indian youth for a better livelihood and respect in the society. Various initiatives under this campaign are National Skill Development Mission, National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, 2015, Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Skill Loan scheme, Rural India Skill etc.

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Schemes & Initiatives through NSDC

  • Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
  • Rozgar Mela
  • Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendras (PMKK)
  • Capacity Building Scheme
  • Udaan
  • School Initiatives and Higher Education
  • India International Skill Centres (IISCs)
  • Pre Departure Orientation Training (PDOT)

Schemes related to Entrepreneurship

  • Pradhan Mantri ‘YUVA’ Yojana

Other Schemes and Initiatives

  • Skill Loan Scheme
  • Indian Institute of Skills (IISs)
  • SANKALP
  • Academic Equivalence to Vocational Qualifications
  • Aspirational Districts
  • Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
  • Technology Initiatives

To encourage enterprise and boost employment generation, skill training initiatives are coming up with specialized courses on entrepreneurship in different sectors. Skill development is a very important tool to boost self-confidence of an individual and to instill trust on themselves. With proper skill development training, one can surely become confident and successful. It not only nurtures the inner will but also boosts the personality of an individual.

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What is Open Access

 Open access is a broad international movement that seeks to grant free and open online access to academic information, such as publications and data. A publication is defined ‘open access’ when there are no financial, legal or technical barriers to accessing it – that is to say when anyone can read, download, copy, distribute, print, search for and search within the information, or use it in education or in any other way within the legal agreements. 

Open access is a publishing model for scholarly communication that makes research information available to readers at no cost, as opposed to the traditional subscription model in which readers have access to scholarly information by paying a subscription (usually via libraries). 

One of the most important advantages of open access is that it increases the visibility and reuse of academic research results. There is also criticism, and the aspect of quality deserves extra effort. The principles of open access are set out in the Berlin Declaration on Open Access to Knowledge in the Sciences and Humanities (2003). This declaration has been signed by many international organisations for academic research, including all Dutch universities and research organisations.

There are different ways of publishinging open access: 

1) Full Open Access journals: publication via publisher platforms, in full open access journals. This route may involve a charge. The publication costs, known as ‘article processing charges’ (APCs), are covered by authors or by their institutions. Most research funders support open access and are willing to cover the costs themselves. A list of fully open access journals that are accessible worldwide can be found on the DOAJ website.

2) Hybrid Journals: publication via ‘hybrid’ journals. These journals are subscription journals that allow open access publication of individual articles on payment of an Article Processing Charge (APC). Thanks to a series of deals between the VSNU and several academic publishers, Dutch-affiliated researchers can publishing for free in thousands of hybridjournals.

  • The green route: the full text of academic publications is deposited in a trusted repository, a publicly accessible database managed by a research organisation. You can find all Dutch institutional repositories via NARCIS, the Dutch portal for research information. NARCIS gives access to all the publications in Dutch repositories.
  • The diamond route: publication via diamond journals/platforms that do not charge author-facing publication fees (APCs). Diamond open access journals are usually funded via library subsidy models, institutions or societies.