Workshop "Fit or no fit – that’s the editor’s question!"

You spent months doing research and writing a paper, but the editor promptly rejected it claiming that it wasn't a good fit for the journal. Unfortunately, rejection is one of the most annoying experiences in academic publishing. This interactive online workshop aims to transform your frustration into a strategic approach. We will move beyond the hazy idea of "fit" and provide a clear way to grasp what editors are truly looking for when they decide if a submission is suitable.

We will:

• decode the journal’s scope

 To comprehend a journal's intellectual identity and preferences, you need to be able to read between the lines of its "Aims & Scope."

• explore the editor's mindset 

To identify what affects their "fit" decisions, you need to know some practicalities that editors encounter (citation metrics, readership, and niche filling).

• discuss things that are beyond the abstract

To show flawless congruence, you need to know how to frame the whole document, from the title and abstract to your contribution and reference list.

• use practical tools 

You'll get a checklist to help you methodically examine target journals before submission, which will greatly improve your chances of getting over the initial editorial hurdle.

Speaker: Nazir Jogezai is an assistant professor at the Institute of Education, Higher School of Economics. With a Ph.D. in Leadership and Management, his research focuses on educational management and leadership, change and innovation, and the impact of learning technology such as artificial intelligence. Nazir is an expert in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research, and has a track record of publishing his work in prestigious international journals.

Target audience: HSE teachers, researchers, and graduate students
Language: English
Date & Time: December 9, 17:30 - 19:30
Format: online