Peer Review Process

The Review Process

Each submitted manuscript is initially evaluated by the editorial team. Only those papers that meet our editorial criteria are sent for full peer review. Papers that fail to meet the general standards of interest or suitability are promptly rejected based on internal assessments and external expert advice.

Manuscripts that align with our readership’s interests proceed to the next review stage, where they are assessed by at least two independent reviewers. The final decision is made by the editors based on the reviewers' recommendations.

Peer-Reviewer Selection

Reviewer selection is a critical part of the publication process. It is based on various factors, including:

  • Expertise in the subject area.
  • Reputation and prior experience in reviewing publications.
  • Specific recommendations from experts in the field.

Before sending manuscripts for review, we ensure that potential reviewers are qualified and available for the task.

Writing the Review

The primary objective of the review is to provide the editors with essential insights to determine whether a manuscript should be accepted. Additionally, reviewers should provide constructive feedback to authors, suggesting improvements to align with editorial requirements.

If a manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards, reviewers should clearly explain its weaknesses so that the authors understand the basis for rejection and how they might improve their work. However, referees are not obligated to provide detailed, constructive feedback for papers that do not meet the basic criteria outlined in the editorial guidelines.

Anonymity

JISI follows a double-blind review process, meaning that both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other. Unless reviewers strongly wish to disclose their identity, we prefer that they remain anonymous throughout the review process and beyond.

Peer-Review Publication Policies

All submitted manuscripts within the scope of education and social sciences are subject to a rigorous peer-review process. No fewer than two qualified reviewers will evaluate prospective articles before acceptance.

Ethics and Security

JISI editors may seek additional expert advice on submitted papers beyond technical reviewers. This includes concerns related to:

  • Ethical issues
  • Data access and availability
  • Potential security risks

In rare cases, manuscripts with sensitive societal implications may be subject to additional scrutiny alongside the standard peer-review process. Ultimately, the final decision to publish lies with the journal’s editors.