Peer Review Process

Editorial Policy
JECD follows a rigorous double-blind peer-review system to ensure fairness, academic excellence, research integrity, and high publishing standards.

Double-Blind Review

JECD employs a double-blind peer-review procedure to ensure impartiality and the highest standards of academic research. During the review process, the identities of both authors and reviewers remain confidential. Every submitted manuscript is evaluated by experts with specialized knowledge in the relevant field, focusing on scientific quality, originality, research methodology, and the overall significance of the study.

Objectives of Peer Review

The review process aims to:

Maintain publication quality
Ensure academic integrity
Improve manuscript quality
Verify originality
Evaluate research methodology
Promote constructive feedback
Support ethical publishing
Maintain editorial transparency

Review Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

Originality of the research Relevance to the journal's scope Clarity of objectives Literature Review Research Methodology Data Analysis Interpretation of Results Quality of Discussion Validity of Conclusions Language & Presentation Ethical Compliance Overall Contribution to the Field

Editorial Decisions

Following peer review, the Editor communicates one of the following decisions to the author.

Accept

The manuscript satisfies all editorial and reviewer requirements and proceeds toward publication.

Minor Revision

Small revisions are required before final acceptance.

Major Revision

Substantial improvements are required before reconsideration.

Reject

The manuscript does not satisfy the journal's publication standards.

Authors are encouraged to carefully consider reviewer comments and submit their revised manuscripts within the specified deadline.