Open Access Policy

Bulletin of Bohdan Khmelnytsky National University of Cherkasy. Series “Pedagogical Sciences” is a peer-reviewed academic journal that adheres to an open access policy. The journal supports the principles of free dissemination of scientific knowledge and promotes global exchange of information for the advancement of pedagogical science and societal progress.

The publication provides open access to all published materials. Users are allowed to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles, as well as use them for any other lawful purposes without prior permission from the editorial board or the authors. This policy complies with international open access standards, particularly the definition established by the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI).

The editorial board also encourages authors to make their research publicly available online (e.g., in institutional repositories or on personal websites) both before submission and during the editorial process. This practice fosters scholarly communication, increases the visibility of research, and positively impacts citation rates.

Archiving Policy and Long-Term Preservation in Open Access

The Bulletin of Bohdan Khmelnytsky National University of Cherkasy. Series “Pedagogical Sciences” ensures long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content through the implementation of reliable archiving practices and open access principles.

The journal supports the storage of published materials in institutional and subject-specific repositories, as well as in open electronic archives. Authors are encouraged to deposit their articles in institutional repositories, personal websites, and other academic platforms to enhance dissemination and long-term availability.

To guarantee continuous access to scholarly content, the journal utilizes modern technical solutions for digital preservation, including secure servers, regular data backup, and stable hosting infrastructure. The editorial board takes all necessary measures to ensure the integrity, authenticity, and accessibility of published materials over time.

In case of any disruption to the journal’s operation, access to its content will remain available through archived versions stored in repositories and other digital preservation systems, ensuring uninterrupted availability for the academic community.