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September 13, 2024

JSTOR Access in Prison awarded the 2024 ALPSP Impact Award

Innovative program that gives incarcerated students access to scholarly research recognized for its transformative impact

The JSTOR Access in Prison Initiative, which enables students inside jails and prisons to access the scholarly journals, books, and primary sources hosted on JSTOR, was honored this week with the 2024 ALPSP Impact Award. The prestigious award is reserved for initiatives that demonstrate substantial “beneficial impact within scholarly publishing and communications.”

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JSTOR Access in Prison

Amplify diverse voices with inclusive content

Enrich your students’ learning experience by incorporating diverse and inclusive points of view into your courses. JSTOR offers primary and secondary sources that highlight global perspectives, cultural diversity, and underrepresented voices. On this page Explore diverse content by subject area More resources Latest resources and events… Read More

Foster essential research skills for student success

Equipping students with strong research skills is crucial for their academic success and lifelong learning. This page offers a variety of practical tools to help you guide your students in developing these essential competencies. On this page Teach core research and writing skills Master JSTOR’s research… Read More

Boost student engagement and learning outcomes

Inspire curiosity and deepen understanding in your classroom with proven strategies designed to engage and motivate students, sparking deeper connections to course material. On this page Bridge current events with scholarship Spark meaningful discussions with social annotation More resources Latest resources and events Resource… Read More

Resources and tools to enhance teaching and learning

As educators, you’re navigating a challenging landscape: balancing increasing workloads, sparking and sustaining student engagement, developing innovative curricula, and adapting to the rapid pace of change in educational technology—all with limited resources. You’re also championing the humanities and social sciences, highlighting both their economic and humanistic value in a society… Read More

Teaching and learning resource library

Find lesson plans, classroom activities, and assignments. Enhance the impact of your teaching with topical reading lists and syllabi, as well as information about features and tools to support your course preparation. On this page Resources by instructional need Platform features designed for teachers Open… Read More

Preservation

September 5, 2024

Preservation is paramount: What news websites can do to ensure their legacy when the lights go out

By Kate Wittenberg, Managing Director, Portico

The recent removal of news archives like MTV News raises concerns about preserving valuable digital content. Media companies must plan for digital preservation to ensure access to historically significant materials. Portico outlines key steps, including secure storage, regular backups, and engaging experts to safeguard content. A new Portico pilot project is exploring long-term preservation of local news content. Collaboration is essential to protecting the cultural and social history that journalism provides.

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Transform research and learning with JSTOR’s cost-effective solutions

Discover how JSTOR’s collaborative, mission-driven services can enhance your library’s resources and impact Now that you’ve seen the diverse ways JSTOR can support your institution, it’s time to take the next step. From affordable access to journal and primary source collections and DRM-free ebooks to pioneering open access initiatives and… Read More

AI and advanced technologies

Digital collection stewardship

Text analysis

July 25, 2024

What’s new at JSTOR: Enhancing access and engagement with innovative technologies

By Victoria Spitz, Senior Digital Marketing Manager

At JSTOR, our mission is to improve access to knowledge and education for people around the world. We're excited to share several new initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technology to make scholarly materials more accessible, interactive, and engaging for our users. Here's a detailed look at the latest advancements we recently shared at ALA 2024 in San Diego.

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Hypothesis

Infrastructure services

Interactive research tool

How Wyoming Community Colleges secured JSTOR for its seven campuses

Thomas Moran. Green River Cliffs, Wyoming. 1881. The National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC). In March of 2023, Meghan Kelly experienced a new sense of freedom. Permanent access to all archival journals and primary sources licensed materials on JSTOR was granted to faculty and students across seven Wyoming… Read More