About the Journal

Journal of Social, Educational and Religious Studies (JSERS) is a peer-reviewed open access journal published by Suria Academic Press. This journal publishes scholarly articles from researchers, academics, and practitioners in the fields of social sciences, education, and religious studies. It welcomes original research, conceptual discussions, and theoretical reflections that contribute to the advancement of science and educational practices. JSERS is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible scholarly platform, and all submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by qualified reviewers in their respective fields. Although registered under the Social Sciences category, JSERS openly welcomes interdisciplinary submissions involving educational and religious perspectives as long as they are aligned with societal and humanistic discourse.

 

Aims and Scope

Journal of Social, Education and Religious Studies (JSERS) is a peer-reviewed open access journal that aims to become an academic platform for sharing high-quality research and critical thought in the fields of social sciences, education, and religious studies.

The journal seeks to:

·         Foster scholarly dialogue between academics, researchers, and practitioners

·         Contribute to the development of interdisciplinary approaches that bridge social, educational, and religious perspectives

·         Encourage innovative, critical, and contextual studies relevant to contemporary society

 

Scope of JSERS covers, but is not limited to:

Social Sciences:

·         Sociology, anthropology, cultural studies, community development

·         Social change, inequality, identity, and globalization

·         Policy studies related to social welfare and development

Education:

·         Educational theory and philosophy

·         Curriculum design and development

·         Learning models and instructional strategies

·         Assessment and evaluation in education

·         Educational technology and innovation

Religious Studies:

·         Comparative religion, interfaith dialogue

·         Contemporary issues in religion and society

·         Islamic studies, contextual theology, philosophy of religion

·         Religion, culture, and modernity

Type of Articles Published:

·         Original research articles

·         Review articles

·         Theoretical or conceptual papers

·         Case studies and practical reports

 

Objectives

Journal of Social, Educational and Religious Studies (JSERS) is established with the following objectives:

1. To provide an academic platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to publish high-quality and original works in the fields of social sciences, education, and religious studies.
2. To foster critical dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration among the areas of society, education, and religion.
3. To contribute to the theoretical development, empirical research, and practical applications that address contemporary social, cultural, and educational issues.
4. To support the dissemination and exchange of innovative ideas that enrich scholarly discourse both nationally and internationally.
5. To enhance academic visibility and global engagement of research originating from diverse cultural and intellectual backgrounds.

 

Publication Frequency

Journal of Social, Educational and Religious Studies (JSERS) is published four times a year in the following months:

·         March

·         June

·         September

·         December

In each publication cycle, the journal releases two separate issues simultaneously. This means JSERS publishes a total of eight issues per year, ensuring timely dissemination of research and wider academic engagement. Each issue consists of peer-reviewed articles covering topics in social sciences, education, and religious studies. This publication model aims to increase visibility, accommodate a greater number of high-quality articles, and better serve the needs of our contributors and readers.

 

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to Journal of Social, Education and Religious Studies (JSERS) undergo a double-blind peer review process, ensuring that:

·         The identity of the authors is not disclosed to the reviewers

·         The identity of the reviewers is not disclosed to the authors

This process maintains impartiality, fairness, and academic integrity.

 

Detailed review process:

1. Initial Editorial Screening

All manuscripts are first reviewed by the editorial team to check:

·         Compliance with the journal’s scope and guidelines

·         Originality and potential contribution to the field

·         Technical completeness and adherence to author guidelines

Manuscripts that do not meet these basic requirements may be desk rejected without external review.

 

2. Assignment to Reviewers

Manuscripts passing the initial screening are assigned to at least two independent reviewers who are experts in the relevant field.

 

3. Double-Blind Peer Review

Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on:

·         Originality and novelty

·         Clarity and coherence of arguments

·         Methodological rigor

·         Significance and contribution to the discipline

Reviewers provide recommendations:

·         Accept

·         Accept with minor revisions

·         Revise and resubmit (major revisions)

·         Reject

 

4. Editorial Decision

The editorial team considers the reviewers’ reports and makes a final decision:

·         Accept

·         Revise (minor or major)

·         Reject

The decision is communicated to the authors along with anonymized reviewers’ comments.

 

5. Revision and Resubmission

If revisions are requested:

·         Authors must submit a revised manuscript

·         Authors are encouraged to include a response letter explaining changes made

The revised manuscript may be sent for a second round of review if necessary.

 

6. Final Acceptance and Publication

Upon acceptance, manuscripts proceed to copyediting, layout, and publication in the upcoming issue.

 

Publisher

Journal of Social, Education and Religious Studies (JSERS) is published by Suria Academic Press.

 

ISSN

ISSN: 3109-967X

 

Contact Information

Editorial Office
Journal of Social, Education and Religious Studies (JSERS)
Published by Suria Academic Press

 

Address:
Jl. Pasir Kandang, Padang, Indonesia

✉️ Email:
suriaacademicpress@gmail.com 

Website:
https://jurnal.suriaacademicpress.com/index.php/JSERS/index

Telephone / WhatsApp:
+62 851-6575-7153