ALIA Publications: JALIA and INCITE
The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) provides essential resources for professionals in the field through its dedicated publications. By offering both scholarly research and industry news, ALIA ensures that library and information science practitioners stay informed about academic developments and current trends.
Journal of the Australian Library and Information Association (JALIA)
The Journal of the Australian Library and Information Association (JALIA) serves as a primary scholarly outlet for the profession. Published quarterly, JALIA focuses on academic research and peer-reviewed contributions to the field of information science.
The journal in its current form was established in 2017, starting with Volume 66, Issue 1. This launch was the result of a strategic merger between two long-standing publications: the Australian Library Journal (ALJ), which ran from 1951 to 2016, and Australian Academic and Research Libraries (AARL), which operated from 1970 to 2016.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]INCITE Magazine
While JALIA focuses on scholarship, INCITE serves as the news magazine for ALIA members. First published in January 1980, INCITE provides timely updates, professional news, and industry insights. As of 2021, the magazine is published six times per year, a shift from its previous frequency of 12 to 20 issues annually.
Digital Access and Archives
ALIA has made significant efforts to ensure the accessibility of INCITE's archives through various digital platforms:
- National edeposit: Hosts issues from Volume 33, issue 1/2 (January/February 2012) onwards.
- AustLII: Provides scanned electronic versions of issues published between 1980 and 2016.
- Informit: A database containing many back issues up until 2020 (as of March 2021).
To increase reach, ALIA has adopted a hybrid publishing model since 2018. This includes producing some full issues in a freely available digital-only format each year, as well as publishing one article from every print issue online via the ALIA website.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Key Facts
- JALIA is a quarterly scholarly journal formed by the 2017 merger of ALJ and AARL.
- ALJ published from 1951 to 2016; AARL published from 1970 to 2016.
- INCITE is a member news magazine established in January 1980.
- INCITE publication frequency is currently six times per year (as of 2021).
- Digital archives for INCITE are distributed across National edeposit, AustLII, and Informit.
Publication Summary
| Feature | JALIA | INCITE |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Scholarly Journal | News Magazine |
| Frequency | Quarterly | 6 times per year (as of 2021) |
| Established | 2017 (via merger) | 1980 |
| Primary Focus | Academic Research | Member News & Updates |
Frequently Asked Questions
What journals merged to create JALIA?
JALIA was created through the merger of the Australian Library Journal (ALJ) and Australian Academic and Research Libraries (AARL).
When did JALIA begin publication under its current name?
JALIA began using its current name starting with Volume 66, Issue 1 in 2017.
How often is INCITE published?
As of 2021, INCITE is published six times a year, though it previously published between 12 and 20 times per year.
Where can I find old issues of INCITE?
Depending on the date, issues can be found on National edeposit (from 2012), AustLII (1980-2016), or the Informit database (up to 2020).
Is any INCITE content available for free?
Yes. Since 2018, some full issues are produced in a free digital-only format, and one article from each print issue is made available for free on the ALIA website.