Reviewer Guidelines

Dear Reviewer,

We thank you in advance for reviewing the manuscripts assigned to you. While reviewing the paper, please emphasize the format of the paper to include the title, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, data analysis, Findings, discussion, conclusion, implications, and references in APA style. Please keep the comments in a constructive tone, and try to provide the author(s) with constructive ideas for how they might improve upon their submission as they develop their research. Authors deserve to be treated with respect, regardless of your evaluation of their work.

Please note that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may NOT be used as the main resource when reviewing submissions. Reviewers are requested to write their final reports by objectively analyzing the scientific aspects of the submission, the clarity of the methodology, and the overall readability of the paper, all of which should be supported by the results and discussions. Reviewers are also asked to provide one of the following conclusions to assist in the decision-making process regarding the paper

Benefits of Being a Reviewer

- An opportunity to advance scientific knowledge and contribute to the social sciences academic community.

- Recognition for your expertise and contributions to your CV being a reviewer of an international journal.

- Networking opportunities with fellow researchers, scholars, and professionals in your field.

- Access to the latest research findings and emerging trends in various scientific and engineering disciplines.

- A chance to enhance research standards and promote the dissemination of high-quality research.

Privacy

During the peer review process, it is essential to maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding manuscripts. Reviewers are obligated to keep this confidentiality and must not share manuscripts or discuss their content with anyone who is not involved in the peer review process. In exceptional circumstances, reviewers may consult with colleagues from their research group upon request. Such consultations should be conducted with the understanding that the confidentiality of the manuscript is preserved. Before engaging in these discussions, reviewers must inform the Sectional Editor or the Managing Editor overseeing the manuscript. Additionally, reviewers should note the names of the colleagues involved in the “Comments to the editor” section of their review report. The identities of the reviewers will remain anonymous to the authors unless the reviewers choose to disclose their identity by signing the review report.