Publication Ethics

Publication Ethics — Al-Aulad: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan dan Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini

Al-Aulad: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan dan Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini is firmly committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity, transparency, and ethical publishing practices. The journal adheres to the principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and expects all parties involved — authors, editors, reviewers, and publishers — to comply with these ethical standards.

Duties of Authors

  • Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must ensure that their manuscripts are original works and that any use of others’ work is properly cited. Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism, is unacceptable.
  • Data Accuracy: Authors are responsible for presenting accurate, verifiable, and ethically collected data. Fabrication or falsification of results is strictly prohibited.
  • Authorship: Only individuals who have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, analysis, or writing of the article should be listed as authors.
  • Multiple Submissions: Authors must not submit the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously.
  • Disclosure of Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could influence their research.

Duties of Editors

  • Editorial Independence: Editors are responsible for making publication decisions based on academic merit, without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, or institutional affiliation.
  • Confidentiality: Editors must maintain confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts and disclose information only to relevant parties (authors, reviewers, and editorial staff).
  • Fair Process: Editors must ensure that all submissions are evaluated fairly, based solely on their scholarly content.
  • Conflict of Interest: Editors must recuse themselves from handling manuscripts in which they have conflicts of interest.

Duties of Reviewers

  • Contribution to Editorial Decision: Peer review assists editors in making informed publication decisions and helps authors improve their work.
  • Confidentiality: Reviewers must treat manuscripts as confidential and must not share or discuss them with others.
  • Objectivity: Reviews must be conducted objectively, providing constructive feedback without personal bias or criticism.
  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Reviewers should identify relevant work that the authors have not cited and notify editors of any potential plagiarism or overlap.
  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers should decline review assignments if they have conflicts of interest with the author(s) or research topic.

Duties of the Publisher

As the publisher of Al-Aulad: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan dan Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini, the Department of Early Childhood Islamic Education, STAI An-Nur Banyumas (STINBA) ensures that all publication processes follow ethical guidelines, prevent research misconduct, and safeguard the integrity of academic scholarship. The publisher cooperates with editors and reviewers to address any ethical issues or allegations of malpractice in accordance with COPE standards.

Ethical Oversight and Retraction Policy

Al-Aulad upholds a zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism, data fabrication, and unethical research practices. In cases of confirmed violations, the editorial board may issue corrections, expressions of concern, or retraction notices. Retractions follow the COPE Retraction Guidelines to ensure transparency and accountability.

In summary: Al-Aulad: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan dan Pendidikan Islam Anak Usia Dini is dedicated to maintaining ethical publication practices by fostering honesty, respect, and scholarly excellence among all contributors in the field of early childhood Islamic education.