LibGuides: Predatory Journals and Conferences:Information for AU Authors: How Can I Avoid Publishing in a Predatory Journal?

How to avoid publishing in predatory journals

If you are trying to find a way to avoid publishing in predatory journals, Use the checklist at Think - Check - Submit to determine whether the journal is worth to be considered for submitting your manuscript.
Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL) provides guidance to authors on How to Assess a Journal.
The Open Access Scholarly Publishers Association (OASPA) provides a list of publishers and organizations who have gone through a rigorous application review process and adhere to OASPA's Code of Conduct.
Learn about Principles of Transparency and Best Practice in Scholarly Publishing available on OASPA's Website.
American Psychological Association (APA) has developed a list of questions that authors should keep in mind when they receive e-mail solicitation from journal publishers.
Flaky Academic Journals is a blog that highlights questionable journals and publishers. This blog is owned by Professor David Kaye of Penn State University.