ARJST Reviewer Evaluation Form

Manuscript ID: ____________________

Title: ___________________________________________________________

Date Sent to Reviewer: ______________ | Review Due Date: ______________


πŸ“Š Section 1: Quantitative Scoring

Please rate the following on a scale of 1 to 5 (1 = Poor, 5 = Excellent)

Evaluation Criteria 1 2 3 4 5
Originality: Does the paper add new knowledge to STS? ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Relevance: Does it fit the journal’s scope? ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Methodology: Is the research design sound and valid? ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Literature: Is the theoretical framework well-supported? ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Clarity: Is the English and flow of arguments clear? ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Ethics: Are citations and ethical standards met? ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

✍️ Section 2: Qualitative Comments

Your comments here will be shared with the author anonymously.

  1. Summary of the Research:

    • (Briefly state what you believe the main contribution of this paper is.)

  2. Major Strengths:

    • (What makes this paper worth publishing?)

  3. Specific Weaknesses & Areas for Improvement:

    • (Please point out specific sections, methodologies, or arguments that need clarification or correction.)

  4. Formatting & References:

    • (Are the tables/figures clear? Is the APA 7th edition referencing correct?)


🚫 Section 3: Confidential Comments to the Editor

These comments will NOT be shared with the author.

  • Are there any concerns regarding potential plagiarism or dual submission?

  • Any other notes for the Editor-in-Chief?


βœ… Section 4: Recommendation

Please select one of the following decisions:

  • ☐ Accept Submission: No revisions required.

  • ☐ Revisions Required: Minor changes (typos, small clarifications).

  • ☐ Resubmit for Review: Major revisions needed (re-analysis of data, significant rewriting).

  • ☐ Decline Submission: Fundamental flaws in methodology or out of scope.


Reviewer Ethics Reminder:

  • Confidentiality: Do not share the manuscript or discuss it with anyone.

  • Objectivity: Reviews should be conducted without personal bias.

  • Conflict of Interest: Please notify the editor immediately if you recognize the author or have a conflict of interest.