Publication Ethics
To preserve the quality of the manuscript and avoid plagiarism in the publication process, the editorial board establishes publication ethics for Quiz: Journal of Education and Learning. These ethics apply to authors, editors, reviewers, and journal managers.
Author Ethics
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Reporting
Authors must present their research processes and findings to the editor clearly, honestly, and comprehensively, and must store their research data securely. -
Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure that the manuscript is original, written by themselves, and free from plagiarism. Citing or quoting other works must follow proper academic citation practices. -
Resubmission
Authors must confirm that the manuscript has not been submitted or published in any other journal. If a duplicate submission is found, the editorial board reserves the right to reject the manuscript. -
Author Status
Authors must confirm that they possess the necessary expertise in the field related to the manuscript. The corresponding author is responsible for communication and resolution of any issues during the publication process. -
Errors in Manuscript
If any errors are discovered—such as incorrect names, affiliations, or citations—authors must immediately inform the editor and propose revisions. -
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Authors must understand and follow ethical publication standards to avoid conflicts of interest, ensuring a smooth publication process.
Editorial Ethics
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Publication Decision
Editors must ensure the manuscript review process is transparent, objective, fair, and wise, and must base their decisions solely on the manuscript’s quality. -
Publication Information
Editors must ensure that submission guidelines are accessible and clear both in print and online. -
Review Distribution
Editors must assign appropriate reviewers, and clearly inform them of the review process and expectations. -
Objectivity and Neutrality
Editors must treat all submissions fairly, regardless of the author’s gender, ethnicity, religion, race, nationality, or institutional affiliation. -
Confidentiality
Editors must maintain confidentiality regarding all information related to submitted manuscripts and author privacy. -
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Editors must act in accordance with ethical guidelines to avoid conflicts of interest during the publication process.
Reviewer Ethics
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Objectivity and Neutrality
Reviewers must conduct their evaluations professionally, fairly, and without bias, focusing on scientific merit regardless of the author’s background. -
Reference Accuracy
Reviewers must ensure the accuracy and credibility of all references and citations. Any discrepancies must be reported to the editor for correction. -
Review Timeliness
Reviewers must respond within the given timeframe (maximum 2 weeks). If more time is needed, they must inform the editor promptly. -
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers must follow ethical guidelines to prevent any potential conflicts of interest, ensuring a secure and fair review process.
Ethics for Journal Managers
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Decision-Making
Journal managers must articulate the mission and policies of the journal clearly, and make decisions free from personal interest or bias. -
Freedom and Respect
Journal managers must support editors and reviewers by fostering a professional, respectful work environment. -
Guarantee and Promotion
Journal managers must safeguard intellectual property rights and transparently manage funding. They should also promote published works for maximum benefit and accessibility. -
Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Journal managers must uphold ethical standards to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of the publication process.