About the Journal
Focus and Scope
The International Journal of Educational Realities (I-JER) is a peer-reviewed scholarly online journal that publishes articles on a rolling basis through a continuous peer review process.
I-JER welcomes empirical research that examines the real-world dynamics of classrooms, schools, and educational systems across diverse contexts. The journal particularly encourages studies that offer practice-oriented insights, identify challenges or areas for improvement, and promote informed dialogue on educational practice and policy.
While meta-analyses and invited book reviews are also considered, I-JER primarily seeks original research that reports concrete empirical evidence. Submissions presenting neutral, mixed, or unexpected findings are equally valued, as such results contribute to a more nuanced and realistic understanding of educational phenomena. Through this orientation, I-JER aims to serve educators, policymakers, and researchers by providing a grounded and comprehensive account of contemporary educational realities.
Peer Review Process
All manuscripts submitted to I-JER must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere at the time of submission or during the review process.
I-JER is a refereed journal that adopts a double-blind peer review system. Each manuscript submitted to either a regular or special issue is reviewed by at least two independent international reviewers with expertise relevant to the submission topic. Reviewers are not affiliated with the same institution as the author(s).
- Initial screening by the editorial board: Typically completed within 2 weeks.
- Double-blind peer review: Typically takes approximately 4 months.
Final accepted manuscripts must meet acceptable standards of academic English and conform to APA 7th edition guidelines. Manuscripts that fail to meet language or formatting requirements at any stage may be rejected.
Publication Frequency
I-JER is published online on a rolling basis. Articles are published as soon as they are accepted and finalized.
Open Access Policy
This journal provides immediate open access to its content, based on the principle that free and unrestricted access to research fosters a wider global exchange of knowledge.
Abstracting and Indexing
- Google Scholar
Publication Fee
An article processing charge (APC) is required only after a manuscript has been accepted for publication.
| Author Region | Article Processing Charge (APC) |
|---|---|
| International Authors | USD 100 |
| Authors based in Taiwan | NT$ 3,000 |
Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement
All editors, reviewers, and authors are expected to have verifiable and recent publication records relevant to the journal’s scope.