JSTOR Blog
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Assessing the Path to Open initiative in a recent webinar by Library Journal and JSTOR. Learn about the collaborative funding model for open access academic monographs developed with ACLS, University of Michigan Press, and The University of North Carolina Press. Key points, updates, and future directions discussed.
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Discover the rise of Central American cinema through insightful essays in “The Rise of Central American Film in the Twenty-First Century.” Explore the dramatic resurgence of filmmaking in the region from Belize to Panama. Learn about JSTOR’s Path to Open pilot program supporting open access publishing for diverse voices in the academic world.
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Artstor on JSTOR isn’t just images. Artstor collections encompass multimedia content, including audio, video, and panorama formats. The sound, motion, and visual depth of these formats makes possible a more immersive and engaging research experience, while simultaneously boosting accessibility and supporting diverse learning styles.
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Discover how Sarah Kiyak, a teacher at Alexandria High School in Virginia, leveraged JSTOR’s generative AI tool to enhance student engagement, foster research skills, and streamline workflows in her classroom.
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Explore the profound impact of loss, connection, and the humanities through a personal journey of grief and discovery.
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Learn how to search exclusively for images, access all Artstor collections on JSTOR, and find your saved image groups in JSTOR Workspace. Discover JSTOR’s expanded content—now including images, multimedia, books, and articles—all in one place, with no subscription required for Artstor features.
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As the curator of new Artstor collections, I’m excited to share how we’re evolving our collection development strategy. As Artstor migrates to JSTOR, our collections continue to expand—guided by community feedback and focused on contemporary, diverse, global, and interdisciplinary content.
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Portico preserves underrepresented digital content to safeguard diverse narratives and cultural heritage for future generations. Join us in maintaining a richer historical record.
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For Middlebury and other small liberal arts schools, taking part in JSTOR’s shared collections program is almost a no-brainer, Irwin says, since JSTOR is a database with which many students are already very familiar.
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The “Second Chance Mentality: First Chance Reality” series, facilitated by JSTOR Access in Prison, provided a platform for voices from those with incarceration histories to be heard.
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Digital preservation is the act of safeguarding and maintaining access to information and cultural heritage, ensuring it can withstand the test of time and technological change.
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Explore Phillip Vance Smith II’s journey through the carceral system, shedding light on the impact of mandatory minimum sentencing and the challenges faced upon reentry into society.
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Discover one woman’s inspiring journey from prison to college graduation, highlighting the impact of mentorship and the challenges faced by individuals with convictions on-campus.
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Striving to overcome a challenging past, Elisha shares her journey from a jail cell to pursuing a dream of becoming a pilot. Embracing hope and resilience, this story sheds light on the transformative power of second chances.
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In 2020, Johns Hopkins University faced sudden closure due to COVID-19. Discover how the Special Collections team adapted by partnering with JSTOR Forum, revolutionizing access to materials for faculty and students alike.
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Explore how Skidmore College digitizes its special collections in this insightful blog post detailing David Seiler’s efforts in leading the transition to the digital age.
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Struggles of reintegration post-incarceration are examined through personal experiences in this essay, highlighting challenges in navigating systemic barriers, including conflicts faced in a work release program. An individual shares insights on leveraging prison education amidst the complexities of reentry.
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Discover a vibrant collection of over 750 Art Resource images on Artstor featuring works by renowned artists from 1910 to 2004, including Kubota, Krasner, Lawrence, and more.
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I was faced with a choice early on with my incarceration: allow violence dominance over my life, giving prejudice exactly what it wanted, or change, showing that violent offenders are more than lost causes. I chose the latter, and education would be my cure to cleanse me of this leprosy.
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“Second Chance Mentality: First Chance Reality,” presented by JSTOR Access in Prison, is our 2024 contribution to Second Chance Month. Each week we will offer a direct portal into the minds and hearts of experts on incarceration who we hear about, but not from. I hope to foster a deeper understanding and human connection through…
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Discover how researchers and students explore the usage of ChatGPT in generative AI. Learn how this collaboration led to JSTOR’s AI tool development and improved search features tailored for students’ needs, reflecting ITHAKA’s community-driven ethos and commitment to expanding knowledge access.
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Unveiling the critical role of trust in open access publishing, highlighting the DOAB Trusted Platform Network’s mission to combat predatory practices and uphold quality. Learn how initiatives like JSTOR ensure the integrity of scholarly works, facing challenges from perceptions of quality to generative AI, and fostering a sustainable open access ecosystem.
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Reveal Digital develops open access primary source collections from underrepresented 20th-century voices of dissent, crowdfunded by libraries. In a session during ER&L’s annual conference, Peggy Glahn, Associate Director of Reveal Digital, discussed the six collections that are currently accessible, and talked about the shift they represent in Open Educational Resources (OERs).
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Dedicated to improving global access to knowledge and education, ITHAKA collaborates with a diverse community for a rewarding journey. Learn about our 2023 milestones achieved together.
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Discover how technology like generative AI can aid students in understanding complex concepts while emphasizing the importance of close reading and deep engagement. Explore the potential of social annotation technology in learning to read challenging scholarly materials.
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Discover highlights from the Coalition for Networked Information’s biannual membership meeting, where discussions revolved around networked information technologies in higher education and research. Explore the outcomes of JSTOR’s Open Community Collections program, showcasing the benefits for participant libraries in terms of reach and visibility.
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Learn how presses, libraries, and authors are tackling the challenges of open access publishing by exploring JSTOR’s Path to Open program.
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Learn how JSTOR Access in Prison has expanded to 1,000 sites, reaching nearly 500,000 incarcerated individuals worldwide. Join us on this audacious journey of education and empowerment.
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Explore the impact of ChatGPT on the JSTOR academic community and discover JSTOR’s research tool in this blog post. Learn about our approach to machine learning and advanced technologies in academia.
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JSTOR has introduced an enhanced PDF viewer for journals and primary source text content. This viewer is designed to optimize the reading experience and improve user satisfaction. Explore the new viewer for an enhanced and user-friendly experience on the JSTOR platform.
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