Open Access to Knowledge in Nigeria

A Framework for Developing Countries

Kunle Ola (Australian Catholic University)

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English

Routledge
30 September 2020

Regional studies; Development studies; Entertainment & media law; Regional geography; Technology, Engineering & Agriculture

Series: Routledge Contemporary Africa

This book provides an analysis of the legal and policy dimensions of open access to research, education and public sector information with a focus on Nigeria. Kunle shows how open access has evolved across the world and how such initiatives could be implemented in Nigeria and other countries in the developing world.

The author argues for a platform where Nigerians are able to freely connect to the ‘global library’, through the open access dual platforms of self-archiving and open access publishing, thereby providing access to knowledge. The importance of connecting local works to the ‘global library’ to increase visibility and impact of such works is also underscored. This book furthers our understanding of open educational resources as alternative avenues to accessing education and seeks to foster citizenry participation, good governance, accountability, democratic values and spur creativity and innovation through open governance and access to public sector information.

Providing a framework for open access in developing countries, Open Access to Knowledge in Nigeria is an important read for scholars interested in knowledge production in Africa, development of the knowledge economy and the open access and Access to Knowledge movements.

By: Kunle Ola (Australian Catholic University)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 467g
ISBN: 9780367665173
ISBN 10: 0367665174
Series: Routledge Contemporary Africa
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 30 September 2020
Audience: College/higher education , Primary , A / AS level
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction The Theory of Open Access A Framework for Open Access in Nigeria Open Access Jounals Open Educational Resources Public Sector Information Guidelines for Developng a Framework for Access to Knowledge in Nigeria Conclusion

Kunle Ola is a Lecturer at Thomas More School of Law, Australian Catholic University.