Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics

 

Wacana Bahasa: Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning is a peer-reviewed journal. It adheres to the guidelines set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) regarding all aspects of publication ethics, specifically concerning the handling of ethical misconduct in research and publication. This statement outlines the ethical stance and conduct expected from all parties involved in the journal’s publication process, including authors, the Editor-in-Chief, the Editorial Board, peer reviewers, and the publisher (Universitas Muhammadiyah Bone). The journal is committed to implementing best practices regarding ethics, the handling of errors, and the retraction of articles. Preventing publication malpractice is a primary responsibility of the editorial board. Any form of unethical behavior is unacceptable, and the journal does not tolerate plagiarism in any form. Wacana Bahasa: Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning* adopts COPE guidelines to ensure high ethical standards for publishers, editors, authors, and reviewers. As a crucial aspect, publication ethics must be clearly articulated to enhance the quality of research globally. In this section, we detail the standards applicable to editors, authors, and reviewers. The publisher has no authority to interfere with the integrity of the content; rather, its role is to provide support to ensure that the publication process is carried out in a timely manner.

For Editors:

  1. Based on the review reports from the editorial board, the editor may accept, reject, or request revisions to a manuscript.
  2. The editor is responsible for every article published in Wacana Bahasa: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Pembelajaran ;
  3. In making a final decision, the editor may consult with other editors or reviewers.
  4. The editor must evaluate manuscripts objectively for publication purposes, assessing their quality regardless of the author’s nationality, ethnicity, political views, race, religion, gender, seniority, or institutional affiliation. The editor must decline an assignment if a potential conflict of interest exists.
  5. he editor must ensure that documents sent to reviewers do not contain information identifying the author, and vice versa.
  6. The editor’s decision must be communicated to the author, accompanied by the reviewers' comments, unless those comments contain offensive or defamatory remarks.
  7. The editor must respect an author’s request to exclude specific individuals from the review process, provided that the request is supported by a valid and actionable reason.
  8. The editor and all staff members are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.
  9. In the event of suspected ethical misconduct or authorship disputes, the editor shall follow the flowcharts provided by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

For Reviewers:

  1. Reviewers need to comment on ethical questions and possible research and publication misconduct;
  2. Reviewers will do the work in timely manner and should notify editor if they cannot complete the work;
  3. Reviewers need to keep the confidentiality of the manuscript;
  4. Reviewers should not accept to review the manuscripts in which there is potential conflict of interest between them and any of the authors.

For Authors:

  1. Author(s) affirm that the material has not been previously published and that they have not transferred elsewhere any rights to the article;
  2. Author(s) should ensure the originality of the work and they have properly cited others’ work in accordance of the references format;
  3. Author should not engage in plagiarism or self-plagiarism;
  4. Author(s) should ensure that they follow the authorship criteria that are taken from Wacana Bahasa : Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning that is explained in instruction for author of UJES;
  5. Authors should not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal concurrently. It is also expected that the author will not publish redundant manuscripts or manuscripts describing the same research in more than one journal;
  6. Authorship should be limited to those who have made a significant contribution to conception, design, execution or interpretation of the reported study. Others who have made significant contribution must be listed as co-authors. Authors also ensure that all the authors have seen and agreed to the submitted version of the manuscript and their inclusion of names as co-authors;
  7. The author(s) haven’t suggested any personal information that may make the identity of the patient recognizable in any forms of description part, photograph or pedigree;
  8. Author(s) should give the editor the data and details of the work, if there are suspicions of data falsification or fabrication;
  9. If at any point of time, the author(s) discovers a significant error or inaccuracy in submitted manuscript, then the error or inaccuracy must be reported to the editor;
  10. Authors of the journal should clarify everything that may cause conflict of interests such as work, research expenses, consultant expenses, and intellectual property on the document of Wacana Bahasa : Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning l Development form disclosure.

Disclaimer 

Para editor Wacana Bahasa: Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning Development berupaya Disclaimer The editors of Wacana Bahasa: Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning Development make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all information (“Content”) contained within their publications. However, the editors of Wacana Bahasa: Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning Development make no representations or warranties of any kind regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of such Content for any purpose, and disclaim all representations and warranties—whether express or implied—to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. The views expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not reflect the views of the editors of Wacana Bahasa: Journal of Language, Literature, and Learning Development. .