Reviewer Guidelines

Introduction

Thank you for agreeing to serve as a reviewer for OPINI: Journal of Communication and Social Science. Your expertise and contribution are crucial to maintaining the quality and integrity of the manuscripts we publish. This document outlines the guidelines and expectations for reviewers.

Reviewer Responsibilities

  1. Confidentiality:

    • Treat all manuscripts as confidential documents. Do not discuss the content with anyone outside the review process.
    • Do not retain or copy the manuscript for your own use after submitting your review.

  2. Timeliness:

    • Reviewers are expected to submit their reviews within the agreed-upon timeframe (typically X weeks). Prompt responses ensure timely publication and author feedback.

  3. Objectivity and Constructive Feedback:

    • Assess manuscripts objectively and provide constructive, courteous, and insightful feedback.
    • Comments should be clear and specific, addressing strengths and weaknesses in methodology, analysis, interpretation, and presentation.

  4. Conflict of Interest:

    • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect your impartiality in reviewing a manuscript. If unsure, err on the side of transparency.

  5. Originality and Plagiarism:

    • Ensure that manuscripts are original and do not contain any form of plagiarism or redundant publication.

Review Process

  1. Initial Evaluation:

    • Evaluate whether the manuscript aligns with your area of expertise and the journal’s scope.
    • Consider the significance, originality, and relevance of the research.

  2. Content Review:

    • Evaluate the clarity and coherence of the manuscript.
    • Assess the methodology, data analysis, interpretation of results, and conclusions.
    • Verify that appropriate references are cited, and relevant literature is adequately discussed.

  3. Constructive Feedback:

    • Provide specific comments to help authors improve their manuscript.
    • Highlight major and minor revisions needed, if applicable.
    • Offer suggestions for improvement in a respectful and supportive manner.

  4. Recommendation:

    • Recommend one of the following:
      • Accept as is
      • Minor revisions required
      • Major revisions required
      • Reject (with reasons clearly stated)

Conclusion

Your dedication as a reviewer plays a vital role in maintaining the high standards of OPINI: Journal of Communication and Social Science. We appreciate your commitment to advancing scholarly research and contributing to the academic community. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the review process, please do not hesitate to contact the editorial office.

Thank you once again for your invaluable contribution.

Sincerely,

 

Maulana Andinata
Editor In Chief OPINI: Journal of Communication and Social Science