This webinar examines the importance of open access in academic publishing, emphasizing increased accessibility, visibility, and research impact. Participants will receive an overview of the Creative Commons licensing framework and learn how to evaluate author agreements, empowering them to make informed decisions about rights, reuse, and the dissemination of their scholarly work.

This is the second in the UAB Libraries’ Office of Scholarly Communication's (OSC) fall 2026 webinar series, Back to Basics. The three-part series explores core topics in scholarly communication, including copyright, fair use, open access, predatory publishing, and journal selection. Each one-hour session features practical insights, real-world examples, and a live Q&A led by OSC experts.

Presenters
Jeff Graveline, JD, MLIS
Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Scholarly Communication
UAB Libraries

Dr. Marla Hertz
Associate Professor and Data Management Librarian
UAB Libraries

Information provided in this webinar is not legal advice and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified legal counsel.