Ilalang: Journal of Integrative Linguistics, Applied Language, and Language Learning applies a rigorous and transparent peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, and academic integrity of published articles. All submitted manuscripts undergo a review process conducted by qualified reviewers with expertise relevant to the subject area of the manuscript.

1. Initial Editorial Screening

After submission, each manuscript is first examined by the editor to determine whether it:

• Fits the focus and scope of the journal.
• Meets the basic requirements for academic writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrates originality and sufficient scholarly contribution.
• Follows the journal’s ethical standards and submission policies.

Manuscripts that do not meet the journal requirements may be returned to authors for revision or rejected before entering the peer-review stage.

2. Peer Review Process

Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to independent reviewers for evaluation. Ilalang applies a double-blind peer review system, in which:

• The identities of authors are concealed from reviewers.
• The identities of reviewers are concealed from authors.

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

• Originality and significance of the research.
• Theoretical foundation and literature review.
• Research methodology and data analysis.
• Clarity and quality of results and discussion.
• Contribution to linguistics, applied linguistics, language education, or language learning.
• Academic writing quality and overall presentation.

3. Review Decision

Based on reviewers’ comments and recommendations, the editor makes the final decision regarding the manuscript. Possible decisions include:

• Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication without major changes.
• Minor Revision: The manuscript requires limited revisions before acceptance.
• Major Revision: The manuscript requires substantial improvement and will be reviewed again if necessary.
• Reject: The manuscript does not meet the required academic or ethical standards.

4. Revision Process

Authors receiving revision requests are required to revise their manuscripts according to reviewers’ comments and submit the revised version within the specified timeframe. Authors should provide a clear response explaining how each reviewer comment has been addressed.

5. Final Decision and Publication

After the revision process is completed, the editor conducts a final evaluation before approving the manuscript for publication. Accepted articles are published according to the journal’s publication schedule.

6. Reviewer Ethics

Reviewers of Ilalang are expected to:

• Provide objective, constructive, and unbiased evaluations.
• Maintain confidentiality of manuscript information.
• Avoid conflicts of interest.
• Evaluate manuscripts based on academic quality rather than personal or institutional considerations.
• Report ethical concerns, including plagiarism or research misconduct, to the editor.