Once you have completed your book and are ready to publish, you are required to
- Have at least two colleagues review your text*.
- Complete this form.
Administrators will notify you when your book/site is published. You can view your published site in the OpenPress Catalog and continue to edit it from your dashboard.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email librarians_research@wheatoncollege.edu.
*Prior to Publication: The following list of suggestions and questions for reviewers is not exhaustive and has been informed by previous OpenPress authors.
- Review the table of contents for inconsistencies.
- Proofread for typos and other errors.
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Does the textbook cover the topic comprehensively for undergrads?
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Are any key concepts missing? Is the content aligned with current research?
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Are terms, definitions used consistently throughout the textbook?
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Are explanations clear and free of jargon that might confuse students?
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Does the content follow a logical progressive?
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Are chapters structured with clear learning objectives and summaries at the end?
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If relevant, are there case studies and questions that stimulate critical thinking?
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Is there an awareness of accessibility (e.g. are technical terms or advanced topics explained in a way that students from different backgrounds can understand?)
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Do illustrations, graphs and tables support text and are they easily interpretable?