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Guest Editor Guidelines

World Education Policy: An International Journal publishes Special Issues on emerging themes in global education, policy reform, curriculum innovation, digital learning, inclusive education, higher education development, governance, and other interdisciplinary areas shaping modern education systems. These Special Issues are curated by Guest Editors—respected scholars and practitioners known for their expertise and leadership in education.

This document outlines the guidelines for Guest Editors to manage Special Issues with professionalism, academic integrity, and efficiency.

1. Role of Guest Editors

Guest Editors are entrusted with leading Special Issues and are responsible for:

  • Proposing timely, relevant, and innovative themes in the field of education.
  • Submitting a formal proposal with a clear title, scope, objectives, and timeline.
  • Overseeing the peer review process while ensuring academic rigor and fairness.
  • Inviting high-quality contributions from global experts and researchers.
  • Ensuring all submissions comply with the journal’s ethical and publishing standards.
  • Preparing an introductory editorial for the Special Issue (optional but encouraged).

2. Proposal Submission

To propose a Special Issue, Guest Editors should submit a Special Issue Proposal containing:

  • Proposed Title of the Special Issue.
  • Rationale & Relevance: Why the topic matters for global education policy today.
  • Scope: Key themes and areas to be covered (e.g., curriculum reform, digital transformation, equity and inclusion, higher education governance, assessment systems, education financing, lifelong learning).
  • Tentative Timeline: Submission deadlines, review cycle, and expected publication dates.
  • Potential Contributors: Optional list of researchers who may submit papers.
  • Guest Editor Details: Name, designation, institution, ORCID iD, and a brief biography.

Proposals are evaluated by the Editorial Board, and selected applicants are officially appointed as Guest Editors.

3. Responsibilities During the Special Issue

Guest Editors are expected to:

  • Promote the Special Issue within academic and professional networks.
  • Invite contributions from leading researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.
  • Conduct an initial screening of submissions for relevance and quality.
  • Assign qualified peer reviewers in coordination with the Editorial Office.
  • Make editorial recommendations based on reviewer reports.
  • Ensure diversity in contributions and avoid institutional or regional bias.

4. Peer Review and Editorial Standards

All manuscripts submitted to Special Issues follow the journal’s double-blind peer review process.

Guest Editors must:

  • Maintain confidentiality and impartiality throughout the review cycle.
  • Ensure high academic standards and strong methodological rigor.
  • Collaborate with the Editor-in-Chief regarding final acceptance decisions.

5. Ethical Responsibilities

Guest Editors must uphold strict ethical principles, including:

  • Avoiding conflicts of interest (e.g., not handling their own submissions or those of close collaborators).
  • Ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines for research involving human participants or sensitive educational data.
  • Reporting any suspected plagiarism, data manipulation, or academic misconduct.

6. Benefits of Serving as Guest Editor

Guest Editors receive:

  • International recognition as leaders of a Special Issue.
  • Increased visibility and academic credibility within the education policy community.
  • A formal Certificate of Appointment.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with global experts and contribute to impactful scholarly dialogue.

7. Support from the Journal

The Editorial Office provides:

  • Full administrative support for managing submissions and reviews.
  • Assistance in promoting the Call for Papers across platforms.
  • Guidance on editorial decisions, timelines, and manuscript handling.
  • Technical support throughout the publication workflow.

8. Timeline for Special Issues

A typical Special Issue proceeds as follows:

  • Proposal Approval: 1–2 weeks
  • Call for Papers Announcement: Immediately after approval
  • Submission Window: 3–6 months
  • Peer Review & Revisions: 2–3 months
  • Final Publication: Articles published online upon acceptance (continuous publishing model)

9. How to Apply

Qualified scholars, researchers, and education professionals may apply to serve as Guest Editors by submitting:

A Special Issue Proposal

A recent CV

📧 Send applications to the Editorial Office at: [insert email ID]

 By serving as a Guest Editor, you contribute to advancing global education research, shaping policy discussions, and supporting an international community of scholars committed to educational improvement and equity.