Before you submit your manuscript, it is highly recommended for you to re-evaluate it using the Manuscript Readiness Level (MRL), an instrument that we developed to help you get the effective time of the peer-reviewing process.
Pre-Evaluation Criteria |
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Strong (Level 1) |
Fair (level 2) |
Poor (level 3) |
Title: Straightforward, informative, and represents the contents of the article. |
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5 |
3 |
2 |
Abstract: Concise but at least contain the problem, purpose, method, important findings, and implications of the research. |
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10 |
5 |
2 |
Keywords: Searchable by search engine, truly represents the intention of research. Don’t use phrases, only words. 5 to 6 keyword is recommended. |
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5 |
3 |
2 |
Introduction: Directing the reader about the importance of the research. Presenting significant problems, a clear state of the art, gap analysis, and novel concepts to fill the gaps. End it with the purpose of research. |
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15 |
10 |
5 |
Method: Clear and replicable. Reveals how research objectives are achieved with the appropriate tools, procedures, and stages. |
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10 |
5 |
2 |
Results: Presenting experimental or survey data, or any other kind of data depending on the type of research. The results are generally presented in clear and readable tables and figures. |
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15 |
10 |
5 |
Discussion: Meaningful. Good discussion is written as a dialogue that reveals the progress of the research in comparison to previous researches. |
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20 |
15 |
5 |
Conclusion: Contains a summary of research results (the most important research finding) that relates with the objectives written in the introduction. |
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10 |
4 |
1 |
References: Accountable, about 80% of the literatures from primary sources (reputable journals) and up to date (last 10 years). Use reference management tools. |
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10 |
5 |
1 |
Total score |
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100 |
60 |
25 |
Decision matrix
Score |
Probability |
85-100 |
Most likely to be published with little discussion with Editor/Reviewer |
70-84 |
Possible minor revision (if there are no mistakes in principle) |
50-69 |
Possible major revision |
25-49 |
Most likely to be rejected in the first stage |
Disclaimer: The Manuscript Readiness Level (MRL) above is used by authors as a “tool” to optimize the peer-reviewing process. The decision to accept or reject an article for publication in Lensa: Kajian Kebahasaan, Kesusasteraan, dan Budaya is the authority of the Editor based on recommendations from reviewers.