Feedback on Academic Articles - Peer review and revision for publication

This week we explore why feedback and peer review is important, and look briefly in non academic disciplines. We then look at some issues in peer review and publication metrics and then the best practice in peer review. The slides give more detail, as well as references.

Peer Review

Use this to give specific, constructive feedback to your partner. You must write at least one sentence for each topic. You can also mark comments directly on the draft and summarize here. For this task, neither the author or the reviewers are blind: put your name on your review (and it should be on your paper).

1) Content & Argument

• What is the main thesis / research question?
• Is the argument clear and sustained throughout?
• What claims need more evidence or better support?

2) Structure & Clarity

• Are abstract, introduction, body, conclusion present and effective?
• Does the paper flow logically? Are paragraphs coherent?

3) Use of Sources

• Are there at least 5 reliable sources (incl. 2+ scholarly)?
• Are sources integrated and evaluated (not just dropped in)?
• Are citations/references consistent (APA/Chicago/MLA)?

4) Language & Style

• Is the tone appropriate for an academic audience?
• Any recurring grammar/style issues affecting clarity?

5) Suggestions for Improvement

• Strongest part of the paper:
• One concrete change before final submission:

6) Overall Assessment

• Perfect/Minor Revision/Major Revision/Reject