Peer Review Process

Educalia: Journal of Educational Research

All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous review process to maintain the quality and integrity of the research published in Educalia: Journal of Educational Research. The process follows these stages:

1. Initial Editorial Evaluation

All submitted manuscripts are first evaluated by the editors. Manuscripts that do not meet the journal's criteria, fall outside the scope of educational research, or fail to follow the basic formatting guidelines are rejected promptly without external review.

2. Double-Blind Peer Review

Manuscripts deemed of potential interest to our readership are sent to expert reviewers for a double-blind review. This means the identities of both the authors and the reviewers are kept confidential.

  • Reviewer Assignment: Manuscripts are generally reviewed by two to three experts (though in certain cases, one comprehensive review may be deemed sufficient by the editors).

  • Evaluation Criteria: Reviewers evaluate whether the manuscript is scientifically sound, coherent, original, and clear. They also assess the significance of the research to the field of educational studies and ensure it does not duplicate previously published work.

3. Editorial Decision

The editors reach a decision based on the reviewers' recommendations and reports. If necessary, editors may consult with members of the Editorial Board. The possible outcomes include:

  1. Accepted: The paper is ready for publication with or without minor editorial revisions.

  2. Revision Required (Minor/Major): Authors are invited to revise their manuscript to address specific concerns and improvements suggested by the reviewers.

  3. Rejected: The article is rejected, typically due to a lack of originality, insufficient conceptual advancement, or major technical and interpretational problems.

4. Final Revision and Acceptance

Upon receiving a revision request, authors must carefully examine sentence structure, accuracy of the text, references, tables, and graphic contents. Any changes made to the original manuscript must be clearly stated for the editors' review.

The Editor-in-Chief holds the final decision regarding the acceptance or rejection of any manuscript. The Editorial Board reserves the right to edit articles for style, format, and clarity. Manuscripts with excessive errors in spelling, punctuation, or grammar may be returned for further revision or rejected entirely.

5. Review Timeline

The time required to reach a final decision depends on the number of review rotations and the author's responsiveness in making revisions.