Peer Review Process

The peer review process is a crucial stage in assessing the quality of manuscripts prior to publication in Jurnal Asa Psikologi Positif. Submitted manuscripts are independently reviewed by qualified experts (peer reviewers) in relevant fields to provide constructive feedback and recommendations. The primary objective of this process is to ensure that published articles meet academic standards and make a meaningful scholarly contribution.

Key Points of the Peer Review Process

After a manuscript is received by the editorial team, an initial screening is conducted to assess its alignment with the journal’s focus and scope as well as the completeness of the required documents.
Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to a minimum of two peer reviewers with expertise relevant to the research topic.
Peer reviewers independently evaluate the manuscript’s quality, originality, methodology, results, and scholarly contribution.
Reviewers provide recommendations to the editor on whether the manuscript should be rejected, accepted, or revised (minor or major revision).
The final decision rests with the editor and/or the editorial board, based on the reviewers’ recommendations.

Type of Peer Review

Jurnal Asa Psikologi Positif applies a double-blind peer review system, in which both reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the review process. This approach is intended to ensure objectivity and minimize potential bias.

Peer Review Workflow at Jurnal Asa Psikologi Positif

1. Manuscript Submission

Authors submit their manuscripts through the online journal management system of Jurnal Asa Psikologi Positif.

2. Initial Screening by the Editorial Team

The editorial team checks the manuscript for formatting compliance, research focus, and document completeness, without conducting an in-depth scientific evaluation.

3. Editorial Evaluation

The editor conducts an initial assessment of the manuscript’s originality, relevance, and potential contribution. Manuscripts deemed unsuitable may be rejected without external peer review.

4. Selection of Peer Reviewers

The editor selects qualified peer reviewers with relevant expertise. Reviewers are invited to confirm their availability and declare any potential conflicts of interest.

5. Reviewer Assessment

Reviewers thoroughly evaluate the manuscript and prepare a report outlining its strengths, weaknesses, and recommendations.

6. Editorial Decision Based on Reviews

The editor considers all reviewer reports and makes a decision to accept, request revisions, or reject the manuscript. If reviewers’ opinions differ significantly, additional reviews may be requested.

7. Communication of Decision

The editor communicates the decision and reviewers’ comments to the authors through the online submission system.

8. Revision and Re-Review

If revisions are requested, authors must submit a revised manuscript along with a response letter addressing the reviewers’ comments within the specified timeframe. Revised manuscripts may be sent back to reviewers for further evaluation.

9. Production Stage

Accepted manuscripts proceed to the editing, layout, and publication stages.

Why Peer Review Is Important

Peer review serves as a quality control mechanism in scholarly publishing, ensuring that published articles are reliable, accurate, and valuable to the academic community and readers. Reviewers are experts who voluntarily dedicate their time and expertise to improving the quality of scholarly work.