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Strengthening the future of academic editing, peer review, and open publishing.
Supporting the OAPA mission, the Academy delivers professional learning designed to build confidence, capability, and quality in academic publishing. Our programs help editors, peer reviewers, and authors develop the skills needed to assess manuscripts rigorously, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to a stronger and more trusted research ecosystem.
High-quality academic publishing depends on knowledgeable editors and reviewers. OAPA Academy was established to support the development of these capabilities through structured, practical, and academically grounded learning.
Our learning program provides regular education opportunities in open publishing, with a focus on helping participants evaluate whether manuscripts are original, significant, theoretically and methodologically sound, appropriately situated in the literature, and relevant to their field. Just as importantly, we support the development of feedback practices that are constructive, ethical, actionable, and professionally delivered.
Courses are designed for busy academics and combine synchronous and asynchronous learning so participants can engage flexibly while still benefiting from live discussion and expert facilitation.
OAPA currently offers two short, four-month online courses that provide a strong introduction to peer review and journal editing roles.
$750 AUD
Designed for academics wishing to develop or refine their ability to evaluate manuscripts submitted for publication and translate that evaluation into critical, meaningful, and constructive feedback for authors.
AUS delivery: Dr Alisa Percy (AEST)
UK/Europe delivery: Dr Victoria Nicholas (BST)
Welcome meeting: 4–5pm, Monday 13 April
Workshops: Monday 4–6pm at the conclusion of each module
Assessment due: 10 August
Register for FAPRParticipants will be registered in the nearest location unless otherwise specified to education@open-publishing.org.
$750 AUD
Designed for editors and associate editors who are new to the role, as well as academics seeking to strengthen their CV in preparation for editorial positions, including PhD candidates and early career researchers.
AUS delivery: Dr Alisa Percy (AEST)
UK/Europe delivery: Professor Louise Taylor (BST)
Welcome meeting: 4–5pm, Monday 29 June
Workshops: Monday 4–6pm at the conclusion of each module
Assessment due: 9 November
Register for FAJEParticipants will be registered in the nearest location unless otherwise specified to education@open-publishing.org.
Each OAPA Academy course is priced at $750 AUD (approximately £385 GBP).
Individual participants may register using the course registration links provided above.
For institutional registrations, please email education@open-publishing.org. The Education Committee will provide an invoice, an online registration form, and any supporting documentation needed for institutional or individual records.
For a downloadable overview of course structure, delivery, and registration information, you can access the OAPA Academy prospectus here:
OAPA Academy is administered by the Education Committee, led by Chair, Dr Alison Purvis. The Committee oversees the quality, development, and strategic direction of OAPA’s learning offerings.
Identifying and overseeing the development of OAPA courses, seminars, webinars, and other educational offerings.
Promoting the OAPA learning and development program and ensuring awareness across the academic community.
Monitoring the quality, relevance, and long-term viability of the Academy’s educational programs and products.
Whether you are building your reviewing expertise, preparing for an editorial role, or supporting academic publishing within your institution, OAPA Academy provides practical and credible professional development grounded in the realities of scholarly publishing.
For course enquiries, institutional registrations, or other Academy questions, contact education@open-publishing.org.