Publication Ethics
The Journal of Education, Social Sciences, and Human Development (JESSHD) is dedicated to ensuring ethical publishing practices consistent with internationally recognized standards, including the principles promoted by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Ethical responsibilities apply equally to authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher in order to maintain the credibility, reliability, and integrity of the scholarly record.
Responsibilities of Authors
Authors are responsible for ensuring that every manuscript submitted to JESSHD represents original, high-quality scholarly work. Manuscripts must not have been published previously or be under consideration by another journal at the time of submission.
- Submit original and unpublished research.
- Avoid simultaneous or duplicate submission.
- Accurately present research methods, results, and conclusions.
- Properly acknowledge and cite all sources used.
- Disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest.
- Ensure that all listed authors have made significant scholarly contributions.
- Promptly notify the editorial office if significant errors are identified after publication.
Responsibilities of Editors
Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair, objective, transparent, and timely editorial process. Editorial decisions are based solely on the academic quality, originality, relevance, and scientific contribution of submitted manuscripts.
- Evaluate manuscripts solely on scholarly merit.
- Maintain confidentiality throughout the editorial process.
- Select qualified and independent reviewers.
- Avoid conflicts of interest in editorial decisions.
- Handle ethical concerns and allegations appropriately.
- Safeguard the integrity of the publication process.
Responsibilities of Reviewers
Peer reviewers play a vital role in maintaining the scientific quality of the journal through constructive, objective, and confidential evaluations.
- Provide objective, constructive, and evidence-based reviews.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts.
- Declare any potential conflicts of interest.
- Complete reviews within the agreed review period.
- Identify relevant published work not cited by the authors.
- Report suspected ethical misconduct or plagiarism to the editors.
Research Misconduct
JESSHD has zero tolerance for unethical research and publication practices. Any confirmed misconduct may result in rejection, correction, retraction, notification of affiliated institutions, or other appropriate editorial actions.
- Plagiarism
- Self-plagiarism
- Duplicate publication
- Simultaneous submission
- Data fabrication
- Data falsification
- Citation manipulation
- Improper authorship practices
- Undisclosed conflicts of interest
Corrections and Retractions
If significant errors, ethical violations, or unreliable findings are identified after publication, JESSHD will take appropriate editorial action. Depending on the nature and severity of the issue, this may include issuing a correction, publishing an expression of concern, or retracting the article in order to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.
Core Ethical Principles
Ethical Commitment
All individuals involved in the publication process—including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards. By submitting a manuscript to JESSHD, authors acknowledge their agreement to comply with this publication ethics policy and accept the editorial procedures implemented to protect the integrity of scholarly communication.
Commitment to Ethical Publishing
JESSHD welcomes high-quality, original, and ethically conducted research from scholars worldwide. Upholding publication ethics strengthens academic trust, advances scientific knowledge, and contributes to responsible scholarly communication.
