To keep the review process as objective as possible, the journal observes double-blind rigorous peer review process. The reviewers are not aware of the identity of the authors, and the authors do not know the identity of the reviewers. Submitted manuscripts will undergo two evaluation phases.

In the first phase, the manuscripts are evaluated by the Editorial Board. Manuscripts that passed the first phase of evaluation will then be subjected to the second phase of evaluation which is the peer review.  The manuscripts are reviewed by three or more reviewers. The peer review results become the basis for acceptance or rejection of the manuscript. For the accepted manuscripts, the authors must revise the manuscript in the light of the reviewers’ comments and submit the revised version within the prescribed period. The editorial board reviews the final drafts and make the final decision to accept the manuscript for publication.

The PAFTE Journal of Education maintains rigorous editorial policies to ensure the quality and integrity of the research we publish:

• Peer-Review Process: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer-review process, ensuring impartiality and confidentiality. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers for originality, methodological soundness, and relevance to the journal's scope.

• Author Guidelines: Authors are required to follow specific guidelines regarding manuscript formatting, citation styles, and the inclusion of necessary sections such as abstracts and keywords. Detailed author guidelines can be found on our website.

• Article Processing Charge (APC): To ensure the sustainability of the journal and to cover the costs associated with the rigorous peer-review process, publication, and online hosting, an APC may be imposed. Authors shall be informed of any applicable charges upon acceptance of their manuscript.

The PAFTE Journal of Education is published biannually, with issues released at the middle and end of an academic year. This schedule ensures the timely dissemination of high-quality research and allows authors to plan their submissions accordingly.

The PAFTE Journal of Education upholds the highest standards of publication ethics and is committed to ensuring the integrity of the research we publish. Below are our key ethical guidelines:

• Open Access Statement: PAFTE believes in the free and open dissemination of knowledge. All articles published in our journal are freely accessible to the public, supporting a greater global exchange of knowledge.

• Publication Ethics: PAFTE adheres to the principles outlined by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to uphold standards of ethical behavior, including:

  • Ensuring the originality of content and proper citation of sources.

  • Disclosing any conflicts of interest.

  • Maintaining confidentiality throughout the review process.

• Author's Rights and Permissions: Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant the journal the right of first publication. Articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution License, allowing others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

• Ethics Malpractice Statement: Any form of unethical behavior, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or duplicate submission, is strictly prohibited. Allegations of misconduct shall be investigated thoroughly, and appropriate actions shall be taken, which may include retraction of published articles.

• ISSN: The International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) for the PAFTE Journal of Education is 2945-3151 (Print).

To enhance the visibility and accessibility of the research published, the PAFTE Journal of Education shall be immediately indexed in the following reputable databases:

• Google Scholar: A freely accessible search engine that indexes scholarly articles across various disciplines.

• Philippine E-Journals: A collection of academic journals from Philippine academic institutions.

• Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ): A community-curated online directory that indexes and provides access to high-quality, open-access, peer-reviewed journals.

The Journal shall be indexed in other reputable indexing databases to ensure the broadest possible dissemination of our authors' work.