Publication Ethics

1. Introduction

Jurnal Cakrawala Ilmu Pendidikan (JCIP) is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and takes all possible measures against any publication malpractice. This statement outlines the ethical behavior expected of all parties involved in the publishing process, including authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher.

JCIP publishes high-quality scholarly works in the field of education through multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches, covering various educational contexts from early childhood to lifelong learning.

2. Ethical Guidelines for Authors

2.1 Originality and Plagiarism

Authors must ensure that their work is entirely original. Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is unacceptable. Proper acknowledgment of the work of others must always be given.

2.2 Multiple or Redundant Publication

Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal concurrently or publish redundant work describing the same research.

2.3 Authorship

Authorship should be limited to those who have made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the study. All co-authors must approve the final version of the manuscript.

2.4 Data Integrity and Reporting Standards

Authors must present accurate data and provide sufficient detail to allow replication. Fabrication, falsification, or manipulation of data is strictly prohibited.

2.5 Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest that may influence the results or interpretation of their manuscript.

2.6 Ethical Considerations in Research

Research involving human participants (e.g., students, teachers, or educational stakeholders) must comply with ethical standards, including informed consent and confidentiality.

2.7 Use of AI Tools

Authors must disclose the use of AI tools in writing, data analysis, or figure generation. AI tools should not be listed as authors.

3. Ethical Guidelines for Editors

3.1 Publication Decisions

Editors are responsible for deciding which manuscripts should be published based on their scholarly merit, originality, relevance to JCIP’s scope, and contribution to educational research and practice.

3.2 Fair Play

Editors evaluate manuscripts without regard to authors’ race, gender, religion, nationality, or institutional affiliation.

3.3 Confidentiality

Editors must not disclose any information about a submitted manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, and publisher.

3.4 Conflict of Interest

Editors must not handle manuscripts in which they have conflicts of interest.

4. Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers

4.1 Contribution to Editorial Decisions

Peer reviewers assist editors in making publication decisions and help authors improve the quality of their manuscripts.

4.2 Confidentiality

Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents.

4.3 Objectivity

Reviews should be conducted objectively, with clear arguments and constructive feedback.

4.4 Acknowledgment of Sources

Reviewers should identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors.

4.5 Conflict of Interest

Reviewers should decline to review manuscripts where conflicts of interest exist.

5. Ethical Guidelines for Publisher

The publisher is committed to ensuring that editorial decisions are independent and free from commercial influence. The publisher supports the editorial team in maintaining the integrity of the academic record.

6. Publication Misconduct

6.1 Types of Misconduct

  • Plagiarism
  • Data fabrication or falsification
  • Citation manipulation
  • Improper authorship

6.2 Handling Misconduct

JCIP will investigate any allegations of misconduct. If proven, actions may include:

  • Rejection of the manuscript
  • Retraction of published articles
  • Notification to authors’ institutions

7. Peer Review Process

JCIP implements a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness and objectivity. All manuscripts are reviewed by at least two independent reviewers with expertise relevant to the journal’s scope.

8. Copyright and Access

Authors retain copyright while granting the journal the right to publish their work. Articles may be distributed under applicable open-access policies to promote wider dissemination.

9. Commitment to Academic Integrity

JCIP prioritizes originality, scholarly contribution, and ethical responsibility in all published works. The journal is dedicated to advancing educational research and practice at local, national, and global levels.