Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statemen

EduLado: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Development Organization is a peer-reviewed journal. This statement explains the ethical behavior expected from all parties involved in the publication process of this journal, including authors, Editor-in-Chief, Editorial Board members, peer reviewers, and the publisher. This statement is based on the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

Guidelines for Journal Publication Ethics

Articles published in EduLado: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Development Organization represent an essential contribution to the development of scientific knowledge in education, learning innovation, and instructional development. Peer-reviewed publications reflect the quality of the authors’ work and the institutions supporting them while strengthening the integrity of the scientific method. Therefore, all parties involved in the publishing process are expected to uphold ethical standards, including authors, editors, reviewers, publishers, and readers.

The publisher of EduLado: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Development Organization is committed to maintaining the integrity of every stage of publication and ensuring that commercial interests, advertising, or sponsorship do not influence editorial decisions.

Alleged Research Misconduct

Research misconduct includes fabrication, falsification, citation manipulation, plagiarism, or unethical practices in conducting, reporting, or reviewing research. When evidence of misconduct is identified in submitted or published manuscripts, the editors have the responsibility to maintain the accuracy and integrity of the scientific record.

In cases of suspected misconduct, the Editorial Board will follow COPE guidelines to investigate complaints fairly and transparently. Manuscripts proven to contain unethical practices will be rejected. If misconduct is identified after publication, the journal may issue corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern linked to the original article.

The initial investigation includes assessing the validity of the allegation and determining whether a conflict of interest exists. Authors involved will be asked to provide clarification and supporting evidence. Additional evaluations by experts or statistical reviewers may also be conducted if necessary. Institutions affiliated with the authors are expected to cooperate in investigating allegations of misconduct.

By addressing ethical concerns appropriately and transparently, EduLado: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Development Organization seeks to preserve the credibility, validity, and integrity of scientific publications.

Publication Decisions

The Editor-in-Chief is responsible for deciding which submitted manuscripts will be published. Editorial decisions are based on the manuscript’s originality, significance, clarity, relevance to the journal’s scope, and reviewers’ recommendations. Editors may consult with reviewers and Editorial Board members in making publication decisions while complying with legal requirements regarding defamation, copyright infringement, and plagiarism.

Complaints and Appeals

EduLado: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Development Organization provides a clear procedure for handling complaints related to editorial processes, peer review, ethical issues, citation manipulation, or editorial misconduct. Complaints and appeals will be processed according to COPE guidelines and evaluated fairly by the Editorial Board.

Post-publication Discussion

The journal allows academic discussion and responses regarding published articles through letters to the editor or other moderated academic forums to encourage scientific dialogue and scholarly debate.

Fair Play

Editors evaluate manuscripts solely on their academic merit, intellectual content, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or political beliefs.

Confidentiality

Editors and editorial staff must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and may not disclose any information regarding manuscripts to parties other than the corresponding author, reviewers, editorial advisers, and publisher as appropriate.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Editors, reviewers, and authors must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence the publication process or interpretation of research findings. Unpublished materials disclosed in submitted manuscripts must not be used for personal research without the author’s written permission.

Data Sharing Policy

EduLado: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Development Organization supports open science practices and encourages authors to share research data, methodologies, software, protocols, and supporting materials whenever possible to promote transparency, reproducibility, and scientific collaboration.

Duties of Reviewers

Contribution to Editorial Decisions

Peer reviewers assist editors in making editorial decisions and help authors improve the quality of their manuscripts through constructive feedback.

Promptness

Reviewers who feel unqualified or unable to complete a review promptly should notify the editor and withdraw from the review process.

Confidentiality

Manuscripts received for review must be treated as confidential documents and must not be shared or discussed with others without editorial authorization.

Standards of Objectivity

Reviews should be conducted objectively and professionally. Personal criticism of authors is inappropriate. Reviewers should provide clear comments supported by academic arguments.

Acknowledgment of Sources

Reviewers should identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors and inform editors of any substantial similarity between the manuscript under review and other published works.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Information obtained through peer review must remain confidential and not be used for personal advantage. Reviewers should decline manuscripts where conflicts of interest exist.

Duties of Authors

Reporting Standards

Authors must present accurate and objective research findings. Manuscripts should contain sufficient detail and references to allow replication by other researchers.

Originality and Plagiarism

Authors must ensure that submitted works are original and properly cite all sources used. Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable.

Multiple or Concurrent Publication

Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously or publish substantially similar research in multiple journals.

Acknowledgment of Sources

Proper acknowledgment of others’ work must always be provided through appropriate citations.

Authorship

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to the research. All contributors who meet authorship criteria must be listed as co-authors.

Corresponding Author Responsibilities

The corresponding author must ensure that all co-authors approve the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial or personal conflicts of interest that may influence the interpretation of the research findings.

Fundamental Errors in Published Works

If authors discover significant errors in their published work, they must promptly notify the editor and cooperate in correcting or retracting the article.

Ethical Oversight

Research involving humans, animals, hazardous materials, or confidential data must comply with ethical standards and legal regulations. Authors must provide ethical approval and informed consent when required.