Journal Review Process

Note: For the format of the research article required for evaluation, please refer to the AUTHOR GUIDELINES

The ISTRADOR Research Journal will only publish research articles that have undergone the journal review process. The manuscripts submitted will be reviewed by several independent referee who are well versed in research and who are certified experts in their subject area.

Below are the simplified steps on how the review process will take place:

Step 1: Submission of Research Article

Send a copy of your research article to publications.office@mpc.edu.ph

Step 2: Preliminary Appraisal of Research Article

The submitted research paper will be subjected to preliminary checking for format and due compliance of policies set by the Publications Office.

Step 3: Comprehensive Assessment of Research Articles by Peer Reviewers

After the initial appraisal, the paper will be forwarded to peer-reviewers. The review process will be in double-blind format.

Step 4: Approval of the Research Article for Publication

The assessment provided by the peer-reviewers will be consolidated and will be used by the Editorial Board as basis for final perusal and approval.

Step 5: Proof Reading, Lay-outing, and Formatting of the Research Article

The approved research paper will be presented to proof-reading, lay-out, and final formatting for the printing of the next issue.

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