Editorial Process

JOCOSA applies a structured editorial process to ensure that each manuscript receives appropriate academic evaluation before publication.

1. Manuscript Submission

Authors submit manuscripts through the journal's online submission system in accordance with the journal's Author Guidelines.

2. Initial Screening

The Editorial Office examines the manuscript for scope, completeness, formatting, originality, and compliance with submission requirements.

3. Reviewer Selection

Suitable reviewers are selected based on their expertise, experience, availability, and absence of conflicts of interest.

4. Peer Review

Manuscripts are evaluated by reviewers who assess academic quality, methodology, originality, relevance, and contribution.

5. Editorial Decision

The Editor makes a decision based on reviewer recommendations and the overall academic quality of the manuscript.

6. Revision

Authors may be requested to revise their manuscript in response to reviewer and editorial comments.

7. Final Acceptance and Publication

Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting, layout, proofreading, final approval, and online publication.