Peer Review Process

ISELLR - International Studies in English Language and Literary Research is a structured peer-reviewed publication that guarantees the quality, readability and scholarly relevance of all the published work. This procedure should be just, impartial, and open.

Initial Screening

  • All of the manuscripts submitted are first reviewed by the editorial team.
  • Relevance checks to the scope of the journal.
  • A simple evaluation of architecture and quality.
  • Originality and ethical issues screening.

Peer review papers that are found to match these criteria are submitted.

Review Method

  • ISELLR is reviewed by a peer-review process, which is blind and peer-reviewed
  • The identity of authors and reviewers is kept confidential
  • Reviewers are unbiased towards the manuscript.
  • It is done in a manner that is fair and that is assessed independently.

Reviewer Evaluation

Manuscripts are vetted by professionals in the area of expertise. Reviewers assess:

  • Creativity and value to the discipline.
  • Coherence and organization of the text.
  • Methodology and accuracy of research.
  • Applicability to language and literary studies.

Reviewers give constructive feedback to assist the improvement of the manuscript.

Author Revisions

Reviewers provide their comments on a given manuscript, and the author is expected to make changes to his/her manuscript.

  • Any feedback should be clearly addressed in the revision.
  • If necessary authors may be requested to make several revision cycles.
  • There is clear communication that is maintained in the process.

Final Decision

The final decision is made by the editorial team, based on the comments of the reviewers. Possible decisions include:

  • Acceptance
  • Minor revision
  • Major revision
  • Rejection

The decisions are promptly and clearly communicated to authors.

Confidentiality

ISELLR keeps a high level of confidentiality during the review process.

  • Manuscripts are handled as confidential documents.
  • The identities of reviewers and authors are safeguarded.
  • No information is disseminated beyond the review process.

Review Timeline

The journal is expected to address the review process in an effective manner yet at the same time maintain quality.

  • The first screening is done in a timely manner.
  • The schedule of peer reviews can differ according to the revisions.
  • The authors are also kept updated on the progress of their submission.

Our Commitment

ISELLR believes in a just and trustworthy peer-review program. The journal makes sure that every submission is given due consideration, care, professionalism and academic integrity.