The Emmanuel Alayande University of Education Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies (EAUED-JMS) strives to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity and scholarly excellence. The contribution of peer reviewers is crucial in achieving this goal. Below are the guidelines for reviewers.

1. General Responsibilities of Reviewers
Confidentiality: Treat the manuscript and its content as confidential. Do not share or discuss the manuscript with anyone outside the editorial team.

Impartiality: Provide unbiased and constructive feedback. Avoid personal criticism of the authors.

Timeliness: Submit your review within the agreed timeframe. Notify the editor if you need an extension or are unable to complete the review.

Conflict of Interest: Decline the review if you have any conflicts of interest with the authors, institutions, or content of the manuscript.

2. Criteria for Review
a. Originality and Contribution to Knowledge
Does the manuscript provide a significant contribution to its field?
Is the research question or objective clear, and does it address a gap in the literature?

b. Relevance to the Scope of the Journal
Is the manuscript aligned with the multidisciplinary focus of the journal?
Does it contribute meaningfully to education, science, technology, social sciences, arts, or other disciplines?

c. Methodology
Are the research design and methods appropriate for addressing the research objectives?
Is the methodology clearly explained, robust, and reproducible?
Are the data collection and analysis procedures adequate and ethically sound?

d. Results and Analysis
Are the results presented clearly and logically?
Do the findings align with the stated objectives?
Is the analysis thorough, accurate, and supported by the data?

e. Discussion and Interpretation
Does the discussion interpret the findings in the context of existing literature?
Are the implications and recommendations clearly articulated?
Are any limitations acknowledged and adequately addressed?

f. Writing Quality
Is the manuscript well-organized and written in clear, concise, and professional language?
Are the arguments coherent and easy to follow?
Are tables, figures, and references appropriate, accurate, and formatted correctly?

g. Ethical Standards
Has the author adhered to ethical research and publication practices?
Are proper acknowledgments, citations, and declarations of conflicts of interest included?

3. Structure of the Review Report
a. Summary
Provide a brief summary of the manuscript, including its main objectives, findings, and overall quality.

b. Major Comments
Highlight the manuscript's strengths and areas requiring substantial revision or improvement.

c. Minor Comments
Provide specific, detailed suggestions for minor edits, such as grammar corrections, formatting adjustments, or additional citations

d. Recommendation
Select one of the following recommendations:
Accept as is
Accept with minor revisions
Revise and resubmit (specify major areas for improvement)
Reject (state reasons clearly)

4. Ethical Responsibilities
Avoid using any unpublished data or ideas from the manuscript for personal gain.
Report any suspected ethical issues, such as plagiarism or data falsification, to the editorial team immediately.

5. Communication with the Editor
Contact the editor promptly if additional clarification or guidance is needed.
Provide feedback in a constructive and respectful tone to maintain the integrity of the peer review process.

6. Review Submission Process
Submit your review through the journals online submission platform or via email as directed.
Ensure that all comments intended for the authors are clear, and any private remarks to the editor are included separately.

7. Acknowledgment of Reviewers
EAUED-JMS values the contributions of its reviewers and may publicly acknowledge their efforts (with permission) in annual reports or on the journal website.
Thank you for your commitment to upholding the quality and academic integrity of the Emmanuel Alayande University of Education Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies.

Your expertise and time are deeply appreciated.