Peer Review Process

Peer Review Process for the International Journal of Student Performance and Educational Research

The peer review process is a critical component of maintaining the integrity and quality of research published in the International Journal of Student Performance and Educational Research. Below is a detailed overview of the steps involved in the peer review process:

1. Initial Submission:

  • Authors submit their manuscripts through the journal's online submission system.
  • Upon submission, the manuscript undergoes an initial review by the editorial team to ensure it meets the journal's scope and formatting requirements.

2. Editorial Assessment:

  • The editorial team evaluates the manuscript for:
    • Relevance to the journal's focus.
    • Originality and significance of the research.
    • Quality of writing and adherence to submission guidelines.
  • If the manuscript does not meet these criteria, it may be rejected at this stage.

3. Selection of Reviewers:

  • If the manuscript passes the initial assessment, the editor assigns it to two or more reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
  • Reviewers are selected based on their knowledge, experience, and ability to provide constructive feedback.

4. Peer Review:

  • Reviewers receive the manuscript and are asked to evaluate it based on several criteria, including:
    • Clarity and coherence of the research question and objectives.
    • Appropriateness and rigor of the methodology.
    • Validity and reliability of the results.
    • Depth of discussion and implications for practice.
    • Overall contribution to the field of student performance and educational research.
  • Reviewers typically have 2-4 weeks to complete their evaluations and submit their comments.

5. Reviewer Feedback:

  • Reviewers provide detailed feedback, which may include:
    • Recommendations for revisions (major or minor).
    • Suggestions for improving clarity and presentation.
    • Identifying any methodological concerns or gaps in the literature.
  • Reviewers also provide a recommendation regarding the manuscript’s publication (e.g., accept, revise and resubmit, or reject).

6. Editorial Decision:

  • Based on the reviewers’ feedback, the editor makes a decision on the manuscript:
    • Accept: The manuscript is accepted as is or with minor revisions.
    • Revise and Resubmit: Authors are invited to make changes and resubmit the manuscript for further review.
    • Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in its current form.
  • Authors are notified of the decision along with the reviewers' comments.

7. Revision Process:

  • If revisions are requested, authors should address all reviewer comments and provide a detailed response letter outlining how they have addressed each point.
  • The revised manuscript is then resubmitted for further review, which may involve the same or new reviewers.

8. Final Decision:

  • After the revision is submitted, the editor reviews the responses and makes a final decision.
  • If accepted, the manuscript proceeds to the publication stage. If further revisions are needed, the process may repeat.

9. Publication:

  • Once accepted, the manuscript undergoes final editing and formatting before being published in the journal.
  • Authors will be informed about the publication timeline and any additional steps needed.

10. Ethical Considerations:

  • Throughout the peer review process, confidentiality is maintained. Reviewers are expected to provide unbiased and constructive feedback without disclosing their identities.
  • Authors should not engage with reviewers or attempt to influence the review process.

By adhering to this rigorous peer review process, the International Journal of Student Performance and Educational Research ensures that only high-quality, impactful research is published, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.