Ethics and Malpractice Statement

At the Journal of Humanities and Civic Education, we adhere to the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to maintain the highest ethical standards in research and publishing. We expect authors, editors, and reviewers to uphold these principles and engage in responsible and ethical practices. The following guidelines outline the ethical responsibilities for each role:

Author Responsibilities:

1. Originality and Plagiarism
   Authors must ensure that their work is original and properly cite all sources. Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited and unethical.

2. Data Integrity and Accuracy
   Authors should accurately present their research findings and ensure the integrity of their data. Fabrication, falsification, or selective reporting are considered unethical practices.

3. Multiple Submissions and Redundant Publication
   Authors must not submit the same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously. Redundant publication, such as publishing substantially similar work in multiple journals, is considered unethical and should be avoided.

4. Authorship and Acknowledgements
   All individuals who have made significant contributions to the research should be listed as co-authors. Authors should also acknowledge the contributions of others who have influenced the work.

5. Conflict of Interest
   Authors should disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that may influence the research or its interpretation. Transparent disclosure is essential for maintaining trust and avoiding conflicts of interest.

Editor Responsibilities:

1. Fair and Unbiased Evaluation
   Editors should evaluate manuscripts based on their academic merit, relevance, and originality. They should ensure a fair and unbiased peer review process, free from personal biases or prejudices.

2. Confidentiality
   Editors should treat all submitted manuscripts with confidentiality. They must not disclose any information about the manuscripts or their content to anyone other than the individuals involved in the review process.

3. Conflict of Interest
   Editors should recuse themselves from handling manuscripts in which they have conflicts of interest, whether personal, professional, or financial. If an editor has a potential conflict of interest, it should be disclosed to the editorial board.

4. Timeliness
   Editors should strive to ensure efficient and timely handling of manuscripts. They should communicate effectively with authors, reviewers, and other relevant parties throughout the publication process.

Reviewer Responsibilities:

1. Expert Evaluation
   Reviewers should possess the necessary expertise to evaluate the scholarly content of the manuscript. They should provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback to help authors improve their work.

2. Confidentiality
   Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the review process. They should not share or discuss the manuscript or its content with anyone not involved in the review process.

3. Conflict of Interest
   Reviewers should disclose any conflicts of interest that may affect their ability to provide an impartial evaluation. If they have a conflict of interest, they should decline the review request and notify the editor.

4. Timeliness
   Reviewers should complete their reviews within the agreed-upon timeframe. If unable to meet the deadline, they should promptly inform the editor and request an extension.

5. Constructive Feedback
   Reviewers should provide constructive and professional feedback to help authors improve the quality of their work. They should refrain from personal criticism or derogatory remarks.

Adherence to these ethical guidelines is essential for promoting integrity, credibility, and trust in JHCE's publishing. Violation of these guidelines may result in appropriate actions, such as rejection of submissions, retraction of published articles, or exclusion from future involvement with the journal.