Our Commitment to Open Knowledge and Cognitive Justice

At the Faculty of Education, University of Malta, we believe that knowledge is a fundamental human right, not a commodity to be bought or sold. As the sole sponsor of the Malta Review of Educational Research, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an academic environment where research and intellectual contributions are freely accessible to all, regardless of financial or institutional privilege.

In an era where information is often commercialised, we take a firm stance against profiting from the cognitive labour of scholars. Instead, we advocate for cognitive justice, a principle that ensures diverse perspectives, particularly those historically marginalised, are recognised, valued, and shared equitably.

Unrestricted Access for Readers

To uphold this commitment, we provide full, free, and open access to all content published in the Malta Review of Educational Research. Readers, whether they are students, educators, policymakers, or independent researchers, have the right to:

• Download and read articles from both past and current volumes without paywalls or restrictions.
• Share, disseminate, and cite published work to further academic discourse.
• Engage with research that is both locally and globally relevant, promoting cross-cultural and interdisciplinary understanding.

Empowering Authors: Retaining Ownership and Rights

Unlike many traditional academic publishers that claim ownership over authors’ work, we uphold the principle that knowledge creators should maintain full control over their intellectual output. Every author who contributes to our journal retains complete ownership rights over their work, ensuring they can:

• Freely distribute and republish their research in other formats or platforms.
• Collaborate and expand upon their work without restrictive copyright agreements.
• Ensure their research reaches the widest possible audience without commercial gatekeeping.

A Commitment to Ethical and Inclusive Knowledge Sharing

Our mission is not just about making knowledge free; it is about making it meaningfully accessible to all communities. By resisting the commodification of research, we aim to break down barriers that exclude scholars from underrepresented regions, institutions, and disciplines. This ensures that research is driven by intellectual curiosity, societal impact, and collective progress rather than financial constraints.

By upholding these values, we hope to inspire a culture of collaborative knowledge creation—one where research serves the public good, promotes social justice, and enriches education at all levels.

Together, we can build an academic landscape that prioritises openness, equity, and the free exchange of ideas—one where knowledge is truly by the people, for the people.