Open Access
The Institute of Jesuit Sources is committed to advancing scholarly communication by expanding access to its publications through Open Access. This initiative reflects our dedication to the global dissemination of knowledge and research in the field of Jesuit studies. By removing barriers to access, we aim to ensure that institutions, researchers, and educators worldwide can engage with and benefit from our materials.
What is Open Access?
Open Access (OA) allows readers to access scholarly content without financial, legal, or technical barriers. It promotes inclusivity and collaboration by making research available to a global audience, including authors, libraries, and institutions committed to advancing education and scholarship.
Jesuit Sources embraces Open Access as a means to:
– Increase the reach and impact of research in the history, spirituality, and pedagogy of the Society of Jesus.
– Encourage collaboration across institutions and disciplines.
– Promote equity in access to educational resources.
Benefits of Open Access
For Authors:
– Enhanced visibility and discoverability of your work.
– Increased citation potential and scholarly impact.
– Alignment with institutional or funding mandates for Open Access.
For Libraries:
– Expanded access to high-quality research without subscription fees.
– Support for institutional goals of fostering open knowledge.
– Inclusion in collaborative global networks for resource sharing.
For Institutions and Readers:
– Democratized access to critical resources in Jesuit studies.
– Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.
– Access to a growing repository of historical and contemporary scholarship.
Types of Open Access Licenses
Jesuit Sources publishes Open Access materials under Creative Commons (CC) licenses. These licenses empower authors while ensuring clarity for readers and institutions. Below is an overview of three common license types:
| Type of (re)use allowed |  Attribution |  Attribution-Non Commercial |  Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives |
|---|---|---|---|
| Read, print & download | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Share, upload or distribute: e.g. repository or social networking site | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Translation | ✓ | ✓* | ✗ |
| Author allowed to reuse excerpts in other works | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Other users allowed to reuse excerpts in other works | ✓ | ✓* | ✗ |
Sell or (re)use for commercial purposes | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
*Restricted to non-commercial use only. This includes, e.g., a freely accessible university website or platform; but does not include, e.g., a translation or edited collection published (and sold) by another publisher.
For sections marked with ‘X’, please seek permission for reuse.
For more information about these licenses and how they apply to our publications, please contact us at iajs@bc.edu.
Join Us in Supporting Open Access
As part of our commitment to Open Access, the Institute of Jesuit Sources encourages institutions, libraries, and individuals to support our efforts. Together, we can foster a more equitable and accessible scholarly community. Your contributions—whether through institutional support or engagement with our materials—help make this vision a reality.
To learn more about Open Access at the Institute of Jesuit Sources, or to explore partnership opportunities, please reach out to us.