Publication Ethics Statement

Journal of Quranic Media Studies is a peer-reviewed journal published twice a year. This statement clarifies ethical behavior of all parties involved in publishing, including authors, editors, reviewers, and publisher. This statement is based on COPE’s Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

The publication of an article in a peer-reviewed journal is an essential building block in the development of a coherent and respected network of knowledge. It reflects the quality of the authors’ work and supporting institutions. The journal is committed to ensuring ethical standards and integrity in scholarly publishing.

Authorship and Contributorship

We consider authorship to reflect transparency in contributions. Authorship should be based on substantial contributions to conception, design, data analysis, manuscript drafting, and final approval. The corresponding author must ensure all contributors are appropriately credited and their roles clearly stated.

Complaints and Appeals

The journal provides a clear procedure for handling complaints related to editorial processes, peer review, or publication ethics. Complaints are handled according to COPE guidelines and must be submitted through official communication channels.

Conflicts of Interest

All participants must disclose any conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its interpretation. Transparency is essential in maintaining trust in scholarly communication.

Data Sharing and Reproducibility

Authors are encouraged to share data and supplementary materials that support their findings. Data sharing should comply with ethical standards, including protection of sensitive information.

Ethical Oversight

The journal ensures ethical oversight concerning research involving human participants, confidentiality, and responsible research practices. All research must comply with ethical standards and institutional guidelines.

Allegations of Research Misconduct

Research misconduct includes fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, or unethical research practices. Allegations are investigated thoroughly following COPE guidelines. Proven misconduct may result in rejection or retraction of articles.

Intellectual Property

All intellectual property policies follow COPE guidelines. Authors retain copyright but grant the journal publishing rights. Submitted works must not infringe on third-party rights.

Correcting the Record

The journal is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. Corrections, retractions, or updates will be made when necessary, following established ethical guidelines.

Publication Decisions

Editors are responsible for deciding which articles should be published based on scholarly merit, originality, and relevance. Decisions are made fairly and without bias.

Duties of Reviewers

Reviewers contribute to editorial decisions by providing objective, constructive, and timely evaluations. They must maintain confidentiality and disclose any conflicts of interest.

Duties of Editors

Editors must ensure fair evaluation, confidentiality, and integrity in the review process. They are responsible for publication decisions and adherence to ethical standards.

Duties of Authors

Authors must present accurate, original work, properly cite sources, avoid multiple submissions, and disclose conflicts of interest. Any errors must be promptly reported for correction.

Publication Ethics Statement