Reviewer Guidelines
As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly publishing, Journal of Communication and Da'wah sets clear expectations for its reviewers. Individuals serving as peer reviewers play a crucial role in safeguarding the quality and integrity of the academic work we publish.
Reviewers are expected to:
- Evaluate the Manuscript Thoroughly
Assess the scientific rigor, originality, relevance, and overall academic contribution. Particular attention should be given to the clarity of objectives, soundness of methodology, appropriateness of data analysis, and strength of conclusions.
- Provide Constructive and Professional Feedback
Offer clear, respectful, and actionable comments to guide authors. Feedback should highlight both the strengths and areas for improvement to enhance the research quality.
- Maintain Strict Confidentiality
Treat all manuscripts as confidential documents. Content, data, and ideas must not be shared, discussed, or used for personal advantage prior to publication.
- Declare and Avoid Conflicts of Interest
Disclose any potential conflict—personal, professional, or financial. If a conflict exists, the reviewer should decline the assignment to ensure an unbiased evaluation.
- Provide Clear Recommendations
Submit a final recommendation based on the evaluation, choosing from:
- Accept: Manuscript can be published as is.
- Minor Revision: Small changes required.
- Major Revision: Significant changes and re-review required.
- Reject: Not suitable for publication.
Through this process, reviewers help uphold the credibility of the Journal of Communication and Da'wah, ensuring that only high-quality research is disseminated.
