PEER REVIEW PROCESS
The peer review process of the International Journal of Innovative Studies (IJOIS) is designed to uphold the highest standards of academic rigor, integrity, and quality. Here's an overview of the typical peer review process followed by IJOIS:
- Submission: Authors submit their manuscripts electronically through the journal's online submission system. Submissions should adhere to the journal's guidelines regarding formatting, structure, and ethical standards.
- Initial Screening: Upon submission, the editorial team conducts an initial screening to assess the manuscript's suitability for the journal. This screening may involve checking for adherence to submission guidelines, originality of content, and alignment with the journal's scope.
- Peer Review Assignment: Manuscripts that pass the initial screening undergo a rigorous peer review process. The editor-in-chief or handling editor assigns the manuscript to one or more expert reviewers with relevant expertise in the subject matter. Reviewers are typically scholars or researchers who are knowledgeable in the field and can provide insightful feedback.
- Peer Review: Reviewers critically evaluate the manuscript based on criteria such as originality, methodological rigor, significance of findings, clarity of presentation, and adherence to ethical standards. They provide constructive feedback, suggestions for improvement, and recommendations regarding the manuscript's suitability for publication.
- Editorial Decision: Based on the feedback received from reviewers, the editor-in-chief or handling editor makes an editorial decision regarding the manuscript. Possible decisions include acceptance, rejection, or revision with major or minor changes.
- Author Revision: If revisions are requested, authors are typically given a specified timeframe to revise the manuscript according to the reviewers' and editor's comments. Authors should address each point raised by the reviewers and provide a detailed response outlining the changes made.
- Final Decision: After authors submit their revised manuscript, the editor-in-chief or handling editor evaluates whether the revisions adequately address the reviewers' concerns. Based on this evaluation, a final decision is made regarding acceptance for publication.
- Publication: Accepted manuscripts are then prepared for publication, including copyediting, formatting, and typesetting. Once finalized, the manuscript is published online and made available to the public through the journal's website.
Throughout the peer review process, confidentiality, fairness, and impartiality are maintained to ensure the integrity and credibility of the scholarly publication process.
