This exploratory topic is designed for students who are interested in the mechanics of scholarly publishing, editorship and authorship as part of their academic career. Publishing now encompasses a broader, more interdisciplinary skill set that includes digital publishing technologies, data repositories, open peer review, and research funding mandates on depositing final post-prints. Students will gain knowledge in the publishing process including types of published works, publisher business models, the peer review process, authors' rights in regards to copyright, and research integrity.

Total time expectation will be 20-30 hours per week with time allowed for students to prepare before meeting by completing assigned readings or individual learning activities.