1. Overview

All manuscripts submitted to Global Scholars Publishers undergo a structured, double-blind peer-review process unless otherwise specified by the journal. This means that both the authors and the reviewers remain anonymous to each other throughout the review process.

2. Review Process Steps

Step 1: Initial Editorial Assessment

Upon submission, the manuscript is screened by the journal’s editorial office for:

• Adherence to journal scope and guidelines

• Plagiarism check (using plagScan or Turnitin)

• Overall quality, structure, and language

If the manuscript passes this stage, it is assigned to a section editor or editor-in-chief for further handling.

Step 2: Reviewer Assignment

The handling editor selects at least two independent expert reviewers based on subject expertise, publication history, and conflict of interest policies.

Step 3: Peer Review

Reviewers evaluate the manuscript for:

• Scientific rigor and originality

• Clarity of objectives and methods

• The soundness of data and analysis

• Appropriateness of conclusions

• Relevance of references and contribution to the field

Each reviewer submits a detailed report with one of the following recommendations:

• Accept without revisions

• Accept with minor revisions

• Accept with major revisions

• Reject

Step 4: Editorial Decision

Based on the reviewers' comments and recommendations, the editor makes one of the following decisions:

• Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication.

• Minor Revisions: Authors are asked to make minor changes and resubmit.

• Major Revisions: Substantial changes are required. The revised manuscript may undergo a second round of review.

• Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in its current form.

Step 5: Author Revisions

Authors are expected to address all reviewer comments point by point and submit a revised manuscript along with a response letter detailing the changes made.

Step 6: Final Evaluation

The editor verifies that all comments have been adequately addressed. In some cases, the revised manuscript may be sent back to reviewers for confirmation.

Step 7: Acceptance and Production

Once accepted, the manuscript moves into production:

• Copyediting and formatting

• DOI assignment

• Online publication and indexing

3. Review Timeline

• Initial Decision: Within 1–2 weeks of submission

• Peer Review: 3–4 weeks on average

• Revision Time: Authors are given 2–4 weeks depending on the revision level

• Final Decision: Within 1–2 weeks of resubmission

Total time from submission to final decision: Approximately 6–8 weeks

4. Reviewer Ethics and Confidentiality

Reviewers must:

• Treat manuscripts as confidential documents

• Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback

• Declare any conflicts of interest

• Refrain from using manuscript content for personal benefit

5. Appeals Process

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a formal appeal letter, including justification and evidence. Appeals will be reviewed by an independent editorial committee.

6. Recognition of Reviewers

To acknowledge their essential role, reviewers may receive:

• A formal certificate of review

• Discount vouchers for APCs

• Recognition on Publons (if opted-in)