Peer Review Process for Interdisciplinary Research Journal of Educational Advancements and Innovations (IRJEAI)
1. Submission of Manuscript:
Authors submit their manuscripts to the Interdisciplinary Research Journal of Educational Advancements and Innovations (IRJEAI) through the online submission system. The submission should adhere to the journal's formatting and manuscript preparation guidelines.
2. Preliminary Screening:
Upon submission, the editorial office conducts an initial screening to ensure that the manuscript complies with the journal's guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet the initial requirements may be returned to the authors for revisions or rejected.
3. Assignment of Reviewers:
The Editor-in-Chief assigns the manuscript to one or more qualified reviewers who have expertise in the relevant field. Reviewers are chosen based on their knowledge, experience, and absence of conflicts of interest.
4. Peer Review:
Reviewers assess the manuscript's quality, originality, methodology, and significance. They provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement. Reviewers are expected to maintain confidentiality during the review process and disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
5. Reviewer Recommendations:
Reviewers submit their recommendations to the Editor-in-Chief, which typically fall into one of the following categories:
a. Accept as is
b. Accept with minor revisions
c. Major revisions required
d. Reject
6. Editor's Decision:
The Editor-in-Chief considers the reviewers' comments and recommendations. Based on their assessments, the Editor-in-Chief makes one of the following decisions:
a. Accept the manuscript
b. Request revisions and re-review
c. Reject the manuscript
7. Author Revision:
If revisions are requested, authors are notified of the required changes and are provided with feedback from the reviewers. Authors are given a reasonable timeframe to make the revisions and resubmit the manuscript.
8. Second Review (if necessary):
Revised manuscripts are sent back to the original reviewers or, if necessary, to new reviewers. Reviewers evaluate the revisions and provide their recommendations.
9. Final Decision:
The Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision based on the revised manuscript and the reviewers' feedback. The decision is communicated to the authors, along with the reviewers' comments.
10. Publication:
If the manuscript is accepted, it undergoes final editing, proofreading, and formatting. It is then published in the Interdisciplinary Research Journal of Educational Advancements and Innovations (IRJEAI) in (print) and online.
11. Appeal:
Authors who disagree with the decision may submit an appeal to the Editor-in-Chief, providing a clear rationale for their appeal. The Editor-in-Chief will evaluate the appeal and may seek input from other experts if necessary.
12. Ethical Considerations:
Throughout the peer review process, the journal ensures the integrity and ethics of the research. Any concerns about plagiarism, data fabrication, or ethical misconduct are investigated and addressed accordingly.
13. Confidentiality:
All parties involved in the peer review process, including authors, reviewers, and editors, are expected to maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and the peer review process.
This peer review process ensures the quality and integrity of research published Interdisciplinary Research Journal of Educational Advancements and Innovations (IRJEAI) and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in the respective field.