articleInformation Research an international electronic journalMar 20, 2026DIAMOND OA

Ensuring the long-term accessibility of scholarly blogs: Bloggers’ attitudes and practices

COCatharina OchsnerHPHeinz Pampel

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

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Abstract

Introduction. This study explores the integration of scholarly blogs into digital research and information infrastructures, focusing on the attitudes and practices of German scholarly bloggers regarding the long-term accessibility of their blogs. Method and Analysis. We conducted 13 semi-structured interviews with scholarly bloggers. The interview transcripts were coded in MAXQDA 24 using a qualitative thematic approach. Results. Findings reveal that participants recognise the importance of making their blogs long-term accessible and express a desire for their integration into existing digital infrastructures. However, they also face organisational challenges and varying levels of engagement in preservation…

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  • Thematic analysis
  • Identifier
  • Qualitative research
  • German
  • Face (sociological concept)
  • Information system
  • Electronic publishing
  • Information technology
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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