4 The Role of the Authors

Authors are responsible for creating the content of their work. They also have several other responsibilities:

• Submit an Expression of Interest to the Library using the Contact Us form.
• Seek workload approval from the Head of School or other line manager to undertake work involved in producing an open text.
• Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to begin the publication process.
• Commit to regular meetings with the UniSQ OEP team to coordinate workflows and exchange updates on progress, in line with UniSQ’s Open Publishing Workflow.
• Follow this Open Publishing Guide and be aware of the approval process.
• Agree and manage expectations with co-authors.
• Write with best practices for accessibility and inclusive design in mind.
• Complete all copy editing and proofreading to a standard suitable for peer review and final publication.
• Coordinate students to contribute content if the OER is part of an open assessment.
• Record all third-party works in a Content Copyright Tracker so the Library can check for copyright compliance.
• Create ancillary resources such as videos, slides, teacher guides and student resources.
• Create glossaries, bibliographies, indexes, and/or additional front and back matter where appropriate.
• Coordinate peer review of your work.