Review Process for the Journal of Pedagogical and Teacher Professional Development

The Journal of Pedagogical and Teacher Professional Development follows a rigorous double-blind review process to ensure the highest standards of academic quality. In this process, both the authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other, ensuring an impartial evaluation of the manuscript.

  1. Initial Submission and Editorial Screening: Upon submission, each manuscript undergoes an initial screening by the editor. The editor evaluates the manuscript for its relevance to the journal's focus, originality, and overall quality. If the manuscript does not meet the basic criteria, it may be rejected at this stage.

  2. Double-Blind Peer Review: Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are then sent to at least two independent reviewers for a double-blind peer review. Reviewers assess the manuscript based on its scholarly merit, methodological rigor, and contribution to the field of pedagogical practices and teacher professional development. Reviewers provide detailed feedback and recommend whether the manuscript should be accepted, requires revisions, or should be rejected.

  3. Revisions: If revisions are recommended, the authors will be required to make the necessary changes to enhance the manuscript’s quality. Revisions are a crucial part of the review process, ensuring that the manuscript meets the journal's standards and is worthy of publication. The revised manuscript will be re-evaluated, either by the original reviewers or new ones, depending on the nature of the revisions.

  4. Final Decision: The final decision on the manuscript’s acceptance or rejection is made by the editor, based on the reviewers' feedback and the quality of the revisions. A manuscript will be accepted for publication if both the editor and the reviewers agree that it is of sufficient quality and relevance.

  5. Rejection: Rejection may occur during the initial editorial screening if the manuscript does not align with the journal's scope or lacks sufficient quality. Additionally, the manuscript may be rejected during the review process if one or more reviewers, along with the editor, determine that it does not meet the standards required for publication.

This thorough review process is designed to uphold the integrity of the Journal of Pedagogical and Teacher Professional Development, ensuring that only high-quality, impactful research is published.