Guidelines for Hijai' Reviewers

Responsibility of Peer Reviewer

Peer reviewers are responsible for evaluating manuscripts within their area of expertise, providing constructive, objective, and timely feedback to both the Editor and Authors. Reviewers help ensure the scientific quality, originality, and relevance of research submitted to HIJAI - Journal on Arabic Language and Literature.

Peer Review Workflow Diagram

The diagram below illustrates the double-blind peer review process at HIJAI:

1
Manuscript Submission & Initial Desk Screening

Author submits manuscript. Editor checks scope, similarity index (< 15%), and formatting compliance.

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2
Reviewer Assignment (Double-Blind)

Editor assigns at least two (2) expert reviewers. Author and reviewer identities remain anonymized.

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3
Evaluation & Assessment (2 Weeks)

Reviewers evaluate title, abstract, methodology, results, and novelty using the standardized Review Form.

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4
Reviewer Recommendation & Editorial Decision

Reviewers submit recommendations (Accept, Revisions, or Reject). Editor makes final decision.

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5
Revision & Final Acceptance

Authors revise paper based on feedback. Revised version is verified before publication online.

1. Prior to Accepting the Review Request

  • Expertise Matching: Does the manuscript align with your specific expertise in Arabic linguistics, literature, or related fields? If not, please decline promptly and suggest alternative reviewers.
  • Time Availability: The standard review timeframe is two (2) weeks. If you require an extension or cannot meet the deadline, please inform the Editor immediately.
  • Conflict of Interest: Disclose any potential financial, institutional, or personal conflicts of interest to the Editorial Board before accepting the invitation.

2. Manuscript Evaluation Criteria

Title & Abstract

Concise, accurate, and reflective of the study. Abstract must summarize research objectives, methodology, main findings, and conclusions.

Introduction & Originality

Clearly state research gap and theoretical objectives. Manuscripts must maintain a plagiarism similarity threshold below 15%.

Methodology & Discussion

Verify theoretical framework, analytical methods, and logical data interpretation connected to existing Arabic studies.

3. Areas of Scope to Consider

  • Arabic Linguistics: Phonology, Morphology, Syntax (Nahw), Semantics, Pragmatics, and Sociolinguistics.
  • Arabic Literature: Classical and Modern Poetry, Prose, Literary Criticism, and Comparative Literature.
  • Applied Linguistics: Arabic Language Teaching (TAFL), Translation Studies, Rhetoric (Balaghah), and Discourse Analysis.

4. Ethical Considerations & Confidentiality

  • Confidentiality: Manuscripts must be treated as strictly confidential documents.
  • Direct Contact: Reviewers must not attempt to contact authors directly. All communications must go through OJS.

Final Recommendation

Please complete "The Review Form" in OJS by the given due date. Provide constructive comments for the Author and Confidential Notes for the Editor regarding your recommendation (Accept, Revisions Required, Resubmit for Review, or Reject).