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Roles and Responsibilities of the Editor

As the guiding force behind Social Studies Perspectives Journal, the editor plays a crucial role in ensuring the journal’s operations align with the standards set by the Thai Citation Index (TCI). The editor is dedicated to upholding the integrity and quality of the publication, establishing a fair and impartial review process.

  1. Leadership in Journal Management
    The editor oversees the journal’s administration, ensuring it adheres to TCI's criteria, providing a structured, efficient, and credible platform for academic work in social studies.

  2. Academic Integrity and Ethical Review
    With a commitment to ethics, the editor utilizes sound academic judgment, free from bias or personal interests, in evaluating submissions. Every decision is driven solely by the merits of the work and its contribution to the field.

  3. Respect for Peer Review
    The editor honors the peer review process, accepting reviewer feedback without making arbitrary changes outside of their recommendations. This ensures the credibility and reliability of the peer-review process.

  4. Impartiality and Transparency
    The editor has no personal stake in the content being published. Their role is to maintain objectivity, ensuring that submissions are judged on their academic value rather than external influences.

  5. Upholding the Review Process
    The editor refrains from accepting any article before it has undergone thorough evaluation by qualified peer reviewers. This commitment ensures that only the highest quality work is considered for publication.

  6. Plagiarism Prevention
    The editor takes plagiarism seriously, utilizing trusted programs to check for content duplication. If any issues are found, the editor halts the evaluation process and immediately informs the author. Any article found to be plagiarized is swiftly rejected, ensuring that Social Studies Perspectives Journal maintains the highest academic standards.

  7. Expert and Specialized Reviewers
    Selecting the right peer reviewers is vital. The editor ensures that reviewers possess the necessary expertise in the article’s subject matter, maintaining the journal’s reputation for thoughtful and well-informed analysis.

In every aspect, the editor’s approach reflects the journal’s identity: dedicated to academic excellence, fairness, and the advancement of social science knowledge for the betterment of society.