Reviewer Guidelines

 

Introduction

Thank you for agreeing to serve as a reviewer for Tunjuk Ajar: Journal of Education and Culture. Your expertise and constructive feedback are essential to maintaining the quality and integrity of our publications.

Reviewer Responsibilities

  • Provide objective, fair, and constructive assessments
  • Maintain confidentiality of the review process
  • Declare any conflicts of interest
  • Submit reviews within the agreed timeframe
  • Identify relevant published work not cited by authors
  • Alert editors to any ethical concerns

Review Criteria

Originality and Significance

  • Does the work present novel concepts or approaches?
  • Is the research question significant?
  • Does it contribute to the field?

Methodology

  • Is the research design appropriate?
  • Are methods clearly described and reproducible?
  • Is data analysis appropriate and rigorous?

Results and Discussion

  • Are results clearly presented?
  • Are conclusions supported by evidence?
  • Are limitations acknowledged?

Presentation and Clarity

  • Is the manuscript well-organized?
  • Is language clear and concise?
  • Are figures and tables appropriate?

Review Process

  1. Receive review invitation with abstract and manuscript details
  2. Accept or decline within 3 days
  3. Complete review within 14 days of acceptance
  4. Submit detailed comments and recommendation
  5. Receive confirmation and acknowledgment

Writing the Review

Structure Your Review

  • Summary: Brief overview of the manuscript
  • Major Comments: Substantive issues affecting validity
  • Minor Comments: Specific suggestions for improvement
  • Confidential Comments: For editors only (if any)

Recommendation Options

  • Accept: Manuscript is suitable for publication
  • Minor Revisions: Accept after minor corrections
  • Major Revisions: Requires significant changes and re-review
  • Reject: Manuscript is not suitable for publication

Confidentiality and Ethics

  • Do not share manuscript content with others
  • Do not use unpublished information for personal research
  • Destroy or return manuscripts after review
  • Declare conflicts of interest immediately
  • Maintain professional and respectful tone

Conflict of Interest

Declare conflicts if you have:

  • Recent collaboration with authors
  • Personal relationships with authors
  • Financial interests in the research
  • Academic competition with authors
  • Institutional affiliations with authors

Timeline and Availability

  • Initial response to invitation: 3 days
  • Review completion: 14 days
  • Extension requests: Contact editor in advance
  • Update availability in reviewer profile

Reviewer Recognition

  • Certificate of appreciation annually
  • Acknowledgment in journal issues
  • Priority consideration for editorial board membership
  • Discounts on publication fees for your submissions

Contact Information

For review-related questions or technical issues: