Introduction:
The purpose of formulating these policies and guidelines is to ensure the smooth operation of our academic website, protect the rights and interests of authors, and promote high-quality academic exchanges. By adhering to these policies and guidelines, we aim to create a fair, respectful, and productive academic environment.
Authors Conduct:
1. Prohibited Behaviors:
Plagiarism in any form, including copying the work of others without proper attribution.
Harassing, threatening, or defaming other authors.
Posting false or misleading information.
Engaging in any illegal activities through the website.
2. Encouraged Behaviors:
Respect the opinions and contributions of others.
Communicate politely and constructively.
Share knowledge and experiences in an honest and accurate manner.
Copyright and Plagiarism:
1. Copyright Laws: All content posted on the website must comply with applicable copyright laws. Authors are responsible for obtaining the necessary permissions to use copyrighted materials.Authors have rights to reuse, republish, archive,and distribute their own articles after publication. The journal/publisher is not responsible for subsequent uses of the work. Authors shall permit the publisher to apply a DOI to their articles and to archive them in databases and indexes such as EBSCO, DOAJ, and ProQuest.
2. Plagiarism Policy: Any act of plagiarism will be strictly dealt with. Submitted works will be subject to plagiarism checks, and those found to be plagiarized will be rejected or removed.
Privacy Policy:
1. Information Collection: We collect only the necessary personal information from authors for the purpose of providing services and improving the website. This may include names, email addresses, and research interests.
2. Information Use: The collected information will be used solely for the purposes stated and will not be shared with third parties without the author’s consent, except as required by law.
3. Information Security: We take appropriate measures to safeguard the security of author information and protect it from unauthorized access or disclosure. 4. We follow Sherpa/Romeo’s green archiving policy. Both pre-print and post-print or publisher’s version/PDF can be archived, without restrictions.
Content Submission:
1. Format and Quality Requirements: Academic content submitted must follow a specified format (e.g., APA, MLA, etc.) and meet certain quality standards, including clarity, accuracy, and relevance.
2. Review Process: All submissions will undergo a review process by a panel of experts. The review period may vary depending on the complexity of the content.
Intellectual Property Rights:
1. Respect for Intellectual Property: Authors are expected to respect the intellectual property rights of others and avoid infringing upon them.
2. Citation and Referencing: Clear guidelines on proper citation and referencing methods will be provided to ensure academic integrity.
Dispute Resolution:
1. Mechanism: In case of disputes between users, a fair and transparent dispute resolution mechanism will be implemented. This may include mediation or arbitration.
2. Process: Authors are required to follow the specified process for reporting and resolving disputes.
Termination of Access:
1. Reasons for Termination: Access to the website may be terminated if a author violates the policies and guidelines repeatedly or engages in serious misconduct.
2. Notice and Appeal: Users will be notified of the termination and have the right to appeal if they believe the decision is unjust.
Updates and Amendments:
1. Frequency: These policies and guidelines may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or the website’s operations.
2. Notification: Authors will be notified of any updates via email or a prominent notice on the website. It is the responsibility of users to stay informed of the latest policies.
We encourage all users to review these policies and guidelines regularly and contact us if they have any questions or suggestions.
