Reviewer Guidelines

As a reviewer for Society: Journal of Community and Service, your role is crucial in maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. Please consider the following guidelines when reviewing a manuscript:

1. Presentation

  • Ensure that the manuscript is well-organized and logically structured.
  • Check for clarity in the presentation of ideas and arguments.
  • Review figures, tables, and images for clarity and relevance.

2. Writing

  • Assess the clarity, coherence, and flow of the writing.
  • Look for proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
  • Evaluate the use of academic language and adherence to the journal’s style.

3. Length

  • Confirm that the manuscript adheres to the specified word count limits.
  • Evaluate whether the length is appropriate for the content presented.

4. Title

  • Ensure the title is concise, informative, and reflective of the manuscript’s content.
  • Check if it captures the main theme and focus of the research.

5. Abstract

  • Assess whether the abstract provides a clear summary of the research question, methodology, results, and conclusions.
  • Ensure it is concise and informative, typically within 150-250 words.

6. Introduction

  • Evaluate the clarity of the research problem or question.
  • Check if the introduction provides adequate background and context for the study.
  • Look for a clear statement of the research objectives and significance.

7. Method

  • Review the appropriateness of the research design and methodology.
  • Ensure that the methods are clearly described and replicable.
  • Assess whether ethical considerations are addressed, if applicable.

8. Results

  • Check if the results are presented clearly and logically.
  • Evaluate the use of tables and figures to support the findings.
  • Ensure that all relevant data is included and accurately reported.

9. Discussion

  • Assess the interpretation of the results in relation to the research question.
  • Evaluate the author’s consideration of the implications of the findings for community and service practices.
  • Look for acknowledgment of the study's limitations and suggestions for future research.

10. Conclusion

  • Ensure the conclusion summarizes the main findings and their significance.
  • Check if the conclusion reflects the content of the manuscript and avoids introducing new information.