The research article submitted to this online journal will be double-blind peer-reviewed (Both reviewer and author remain anonymous to each other) at least 2 (two) reviewers. The accepted research articles will be available online following the journal peer-reviewing process.

Initial evaluation of manuscripts

The Editor will first evaluate all manuscripts submitted. Although rare, yet it is entirely feasible for an exceptional manuscript to be accepted at this stage. Those rejected at this stage are insufficiently original, have serious scientific flaws, or are outside the aims and scope of the Guruku: Jurnal Pendidikan Profesi Guru. Those that meet the minimum criteria are passed on to experts for review.

Type of peer review

Review process employs a double-blind review, which means that both the reviewer and author identities are concealed from the reviewers, and vice versa.

Review reports

Reviewers are asked to evaluate whether the manuscript:

• Is original by stating the objectives and gap clearly
• Is methodologically sound
• Follows appropriate ethical guidelines
• Has results/findings which are clearly presented and support the conclusions
• Correctly references previous relevant work
• Reviewers are not expected to correct or copyedit manuscripts. Language correction is not part of the peer review process.

Decision

Reviewers advise the editor, who is responsible for the final decision to accept or reject the article. The Editors will reach a decision based on these reports and, where necessary, they will consult with members of the Editorial Board. Editor’s decision is final.

Becoming a Reviewer

If you are not currently a reviewer for Guruku: Jurnal Pendidikan Profesi Guru, but would like to be added to the list of reviewers, please contact us (e-mail: ppg-fitk@radenfatah.ac.id). The benefits of reviewing for Guruku: Jurnal Pendidikan Profesi Guru include the opportunity to see and evaluate the latest work in related research area at an early stage, and to be acknowledged in our list of reviewers. You may also be able to cite your work for ppg-fitk@radenfatah.ac.id as part of your professional development requirements.