Publication Ethics

Al-Kitab: Journal of Educational Studies is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against publication malpractice. This statement is based on the principles and guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

1. Ethical Guidelines for Authors

Authors are required to:

  • Submit original work that has not been published or submitted elsewhere.

  • Properly cite all sources and acknowledge the work of others.

  • Ensure the accuracy of data and research findings.

  • Avoid plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and self-plagiarism.

  • Disclose any conflicts of interest related to the manuscript.

  • Ensure that all listed authors have made a significant contribution to the research.

2. Ethical Guidelines for Editors

Editors are responsible for:

  • Making publication decisions based on the manuscript’s academic merit, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  • Ensuring a fair, objective, and confidential review process.

  • Avoiding conflicts of interest and maintaining editorial independence.

  • Addressing ethical issues and suspected misconduct in accordance with COPE guidelines.

3. Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Conduct reviews objectively, fairly, and constructively.

  • Maintain the confidentiality of manuscripts under review.

  • Identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors.

  • Declare any potential conflicts of interest and decline review when necessary.

4. Ethical Guidelines for the Publisher

The publisher is committed to:

  • Supporting editorial independence and ethical publishing practices.

  • Ensuring that commercial interests do not compromise editorial decisions.

  • Facilitating the correction, retraction, or withdrawal of articles when ethical issues arise.5. Handling of Ethical Misconduct

In cases of suspected ethical misconduct, including plagiarism or data manipulation, the journal will follow COPE procedures. Appropriate actions may include manuscript rejection, publication of corrections, or article retraction.

Al-Kitab: Journal of Educational Studies ensures that all parties involved in the publication process adhere to ethical standards to maintain the integrity and credibility of scholarly publishing.