Teaching and Learning Journal of Mandalika (Teacher) applies a peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, relevance, and academic integrity of all manuscripts submitted for publication. The review process is conducted objectively, transparently, and confidentially by qualified reviewers with expertise relevant to the subject of the manuscript.

1. Initial Editorial Screening

All submitted manuscripts are initially screened by the editor to assess their suitability for the journal's focus and scope, compliance with the author guidelines, originality, and completeness. Manuscripts that do not meet the journal's requirements may be rejected or returned to the authors for preliminary revision before proceeding to peer review.

2. Plagiarism Screening

Submitted manuscripts are checked for similarity using plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts containing unacceptable levels of similarity or suspected plagiarism may be rejected in accordance with the journal's publication ethics policy.

3. Peer-Review Process

Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers who have expertise in the relevant academic field. The journal applies a double-blind peer-review system, in which the identities of both authors and reviewers are concealed throughout the review process.

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:

• Relevance to the journal's focus and scope.
• Originality and contribution to knowledge.
• Clarity of research objectives and problem formulation.
• Appropriateness of the research methodology.
• Accuracy and validity of data analysis and interpretation.
• Quality of discussion and conclusions.
• Use of relevant and up-to-date references.
• Compliance with academic writing standards and publication ethics.

4. Editorial Decision

Based on the reviewers' recommendations, the editor makes one of the following decisions:

• Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication without major revisions.
• Minor Revision: The manuscript requires limited corrections before acceptance.
• Major Revision: The manuscript requires substantial revisions and may be returned to reviewers for further evaluation.
• Reject: The manuscript does not meet the journal's academic or editorial standards.

The final publication decision rests with the editor, taking into account the reviewers' comments and the journal's publication standards.

5. Revision and Resubmission

Authors whose manuscripts require revision must address the reviewers' comments and submit a revised manuscript within the deadline specified by the editor. Authors are expected to provide a point-by-point response explaining how each comment has been addressed. Revised manuscripts may be returned to the original reviewers for further assessment.

6. Confidentiality and Objectivity

Editors and reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and must not use unpublished material for personal or professional advantage. Reviews must be conducted objectively, constructively, and without discrimination based on the authors' personal characteristics, institutional affiliations, or nationality.

7. Conflict of Interest

Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could affect their impartiality. Reviewers who have a conflict of interest must decline the review assignment. Editors must also avoid handling manuscripts where a conflict of interest exists.

8. Publication Decision and Final Preparation

Once a manuscript has been accepted, it proceeds to copyediting, proofreading, and layout preparation. Authors may be asked to verify the final version, including the accuracy of names, affiliations, references, and other publication details, before publication.

The Teaching and Learning Journal of Mandalika (Teacher) is committed to maintaining a fair, rigorous, and ethical peer-review process to support the publication of high-quality scholarly work in teaching, learning, and education.