For Reviewers
At ACW Press, we deeply value the contributions of our reviewers in maintaining the high standards of scholarly publishing. Reviewers play a crucial role in the peer-review process by providing critical assessments that ensure the quality, accuracy, and relevance of the research we publish.
This page offers essential information and guidance to support you in your role as a reviewer for ACW Press journals.
Benefits for Reviewers
Reviewing for ACW Press offers several benefits:
Professional Development: Reviewing allows you to enhance your expertise, stay current with the latest developments in your field, and improve your critical thinking and analytical skills.
Recognition: Your contributions as a reviewer are formally acknowledged. This includes receiving certificates of recognition and potential opportunities to join our editorial boards or attend reviewer workshops and seminars.
Networking: Engaging in the review process provides opportunities to connect with fellow researchers, authors, and editors, expanding your professional network and fostering collaborative relationships.
Contribution to Science: As a reviewer, you advance your discipline by ensuring that only high-quality, rigorous research is published. Your feedback helps authors refine their work, ultimately contributing to the body of scientific knowledge.
Reviewers' Responsibilities
As a reviewer for ACW Press, you are expected to:
Provide Constructive Feedback: Provide detailed, objective, and constructive feedback that helps authors improve their manuscripts. Highlight both the work's strengths and weaknesses and provide specific suggestions for improvement.
Maintain Confidentiality: Treat the content of the manuscript and your review as confidential. Do not share any information about the manuscript with anyone outside the review process.
Adhere to Deadlines: Complete your review within the agreed-upon timeframe to ensure timely processing of manuscripts. If you need more time, communicate promptly with the editorial team.
Declare Conflicts of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that might affect your impartiality. Notify the editor immediately if you have any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could influence your review.
Uphold Ethical Standards: Follow the ethical guidelines outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Ensure that your review is fair, unbiased, and respectful.
Managing Your Review
Managing your review involves several key steps:
Accepting or Declining Invitations: Respond promptly to review invitations, indicating your availability and expertise. If you decline, suggest alternative reviewers if possible.
Evaluating the Manuscript: Conduct a thorough assessment of the manuscript, considering its originality, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field. Check for any ethical issues or potential plagiarism.
Submitting Your Review: Provide a detailed report, including specific comments for the authors and the editor. Use constructive language and clearly state the reasons for your recommendations.
Communicating with Editors: Maintain clear and open communication with the editorial team. If you encounter any issues or need further clarification during the review process, contact the editor promptly.
Peer-Review and Editorial Procedure
The peer-review and editorial procedure at ACW Press ensures rigorous evaluation and maintains high standards throughout the publication process:
Initial Assessment: Upon submission, the editorial team conducts an initial assessment to determine the manuscript's suitability, ensuring it aligns with the journal's scope and meets basic quality criteria.
Reviewer Selection: Suitable reviewers are selected based on their expertise and invited to review the manuscript. Reviewers are chosen to provide a balanced and comprehensive evaluation.
Review Process: Reviewers are given a period to provide detailed feedback and recommendations. They assess the manuscript’s originality, methodology, results, and overall contribution to the field.
Editorial Decision: Based on the reviewers' reports, the academic editor decides on the manuscript. Possible decisions include acceptance in its current form, acceptance with minor revisions, a request for major revisions, or rejection.
Revision and Resubmission: If revisions are required, authors are asked to revise their manuscripts in response to reviewers' comments and resubmit them for further evaluation. Reviewers may be asked to re-evaluate revised manuscripts.
Final Decision: The academic editor takes the final decision on publication, ensuring that all feedback has been adequately addressed and that the manuscript meets the journal's high standards.
Acknowledgement to Reviewers
At ACW Press, we deeply thank our reviewers for their invaluable contributions in evaluating submitted articles. Your dedication, expertise, and meticulous evaluations are crucial in upholding the high standards of scholarly publishing that we strive to maintain.
Your insightful feedback and constructive criticism enhance the quality of the manuscripts and support authors in refining their research. Your efforts ensure that the published articles are rigorous, credible, and impactful, significantly contributing to advancing knowledge within their respective fields.
We recognize the time and effort you invest in this process, often balancing these responsibilities with your professional and personal commitments. Your commitment to maintaining the integrity and quality of scientific research is deeply appreciated, and your work is integral to the success and reputation of ACW Press.
Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to scholarly excellence. Your contributions are highly valued and essential to our mission of disseminating high-quality, peer-reviewed research to the global academic community.
