Thank you for agreeing to review for JLE: Journal of Literate of English Education Study Program. Your expertise is invaluable in maintaining the high standards of our publication. The following guidelines are designed to help you conduct thorough, fair, and constructive reviews.

Role and Responsibilities of Reviewers

As a reviewer, you are responsible for:

• Providing an unbiased and objective assessment of the manuscript.
• Maintaining confidentiality regarding the content of the manuscript and the review process.
• Declaring any potential conflicts of interest.
• Completing the review within the stipulated timeframe.
• Offering constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.

Review Process

• Invitation: You will receive an invitation to review a manuscript, including the title and abstract. Please respond promptly, indicating whether you can complete the review within the given timeframe.
• Confidentiality: Treat the manuscript and associated data as confidential. Do not share or discuss them with anyone outside the review process.
• Conflict of Interest: If you have any potential conflicts of interest, inform the editorial office immediately and decline the review if necessary.

Conducting the Review

• Initial Assessment:

           Reviewers are responsible for assessing articles and providing substantial feedback to ensure their quality. To fulfill this responsibility, reviewers should analyze the title to ensure it is clear, concise, and accurately reflects the content of the article. They should also verify that the keywords correspond to the content of the article, and evaluate the contribution of the article based on the research gap identified in the introduction. Furthermore, reviewers must ensure that the research methods used are appropriate for the study’s objectives as outlined in the methods section. They should also ensure that the analysis and synthesis in the discussion are thorough and comprehensive. Additionally, reviewers should evaluate how the authors conclude the article, ensuring the conclusions are well-supported and provide recommendations for future research. Lastly, reviewers should assess the language used, including terminology, word choice, grammar, and the coherence of paragraphs.

• Detailed Evaluation:

1. Title and Abstract: Assess whether they accurately reflect the content and findings of the manuscript.
2. Introduction: Evaluate the background and rationale of the study. Is the research question clearly defined?
3. Methods: Check the appropriateness and rigor of the methods. Are they described in sufficient detail to be replicated?
4. Results: Assess the clarity and accuracy of the results. Are they presented logically and supported by data?
5. Discussion: Evaluate the interpretation of the results. Are the conclusions justified by the data? Consider the implications and relevance of the findings.
6. References: Ensure appropriate and current references are cited.

Ethical Considerations:

Confirm that ethical guidelines were followed, particularly concerning human and animal subjects. Check for plagiarism and proper attribution of ideas.

Providing Feedback

• Constructive Criticism: Offer specific and actionable suggestions to help the authors improve their manuscript.
• Tone: Maintain a respectful and professional tone.
• Detail: Provide sufficient detail to justify your recommendations and comments.

Recommendation Categories

• Accept: The manuscript is suitable for publication with no or minor revisions.
• Minor Revisions: The manuscript requires minor changes before it can be published.
• Major Revisions: The manuscript requires substantial changes. A re-evaluation is necessary.
• Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in its current form.

Timeliness

Please complete your review within [specific timeframe, e.g., 2-4 weeks]. If you need more time, contact the editorial office as soon as possible.

Confidentiality and Anonymity

Maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and the review process. [If applicable] Reviews are double-blind, meaning that authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other. Do not include identifying information in your comments.

Final Steps

Ensure that your review is thorough and that your comments are clear and structured. Submit your review and recommendation through the journal’s online submission system.