Reviewer Guideline

  1. Reviewer Role and Responsibilities:
  • Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback on the manuscripts assigned to them.
  • Reviews should focus on the research's quality, originality, significance, and relevance to the journal's scope.
  • Constructive comments should be provided to help authors improve their work's clarity, structure, methodology, analysis, and presentation.
  • Reviewers should assess ethical considerations and adherence to academic integrity.
  1. Confidentiality and Anonymity:
  • The review process is double-blind. Please do not reveal your identity to the authors and avoid any clues that might expose your identity.
  • Manuscripts are confidential documents. Do not share or discuss the content with anyone outside the review process.
  1. Timeliness:
  • If you cannot complete the review within the specified timeline, please notify the editorial team promptly to make the necessary arrangements.
  1. Review Criteria:

Please evaluate the manuscript based on the following criteria:

  • Relevance to the journal's scope in Social Sciences, including Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
  • Originality and significance of the research question and contribution to the field.
  • Methodology, data analysis, and interpretation of results.
  • Clarity, organization, and coherence of the manuscript.
  • Ethical considerations and proper citation of sources.
  1. Review Format:
  • Use our online submission system to provide your review. You may be asked to rate different aspects of the manuscript on a scale and provide comments in text fields.
  1. Recommended Decision:
  • Accept: The manuscript is suitable for publication in its current form.
  • Minor Revisions: The manuscript can be accepted with minor revisions. Specify the modifications needed.
  • Major Revisions: The manuscript has potential but requires significant modifications. Provide detailed feedback.
  • Reject: The manuscript does not meet the journal's standards or requires substantial changes.

 

 

 

  1. Constructive Feedback:
  • Provide specific comments on strengths and weaknesses.
  • Suggest improvements to methodology, analysis, and presentation.
  • Be respectful and courteous in your feedback.
  1. Ethical Considerations:
  • If you suspect plagiarism, fraudulent data, or other ethical issues, notify the editorial team.
  • Do not use your review to promote your own work or interests.