Peer Review Process

JARER utilises a double-blind peer-review process. The double-blind peer review focuses primarily on the paper's content, the theoretical underpinnings and the quality of the research and findings. As a result, the double-blind peer-review process focuses on the quality of the content and its merit as a research contribution.

The suitability and quality of research articles are initially reviewed by the journal editors before the review process is initiated. This is an initial high-level review to make sure that the paper is aligned with the scope of the journal and is appropriate for an academic audience.

Reviewers are carefully selected based on their familiarity and experience with the topic of the research paper.  A plagiarism test is also performed at this stage of the publication process. We have a large editorial board (20 members, excluding the journal editors) with a broad range of expertise and experience. 

Manuscripts may be rejected at this stage or returned to authors for resubmission before the review process. Additionally, authors may be provided with opportunities for mentorship (at this stage or after the first round of review). The journal offers this mentorship route for emerging academics who feel that they may need assistance in getting their paper published.