Editorial Policy

The Journal of Physics Learning is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research and scholarly works in the field of physics education. The journal aims to contribute to the advancement of teaching and learning physics at all levels of education through innovative, rigorous, and impactful studies.

Scope and Focus

Physics Learning Innovations, Physics Learning Models and Media, Physics Learning Assessment, Physics education philosophy and curriculum, Physics Education Issues, Studies physics, Physics Applications, Earth physics and astronomy, Theoretical and computational physics, Material physics, and Instrumentation physics.

Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent reviewers who are experts in the relevant field. The review process focuses on originality, methodological rigor, clarity of presentation, relevance, and contribution to the field of physics education. The editorial board makes the final decision based on reviewers’ recommendations.

Publication Ethics

The Journal of Physics Learning adheres strictly to the principles of publication ethics and malpractice prevention, following the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors are required to ensure that their work is original, has not been published elsewhere, and is free from plagiarism. Any form of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, or duplicate publication, is unacceptable.

Author Responsibilities

Authors must ensure the accuracy of data, proper citation of sources, and clear acknowledgment of all contributors. Any potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed. Manuscripts involving human participants should comply with ethical standards and include appropriate ethical approval where required.

Editorial Responsibilities

Editors are responsible for making fair, objective, and timely decisions based solely on the academic merit of the manuscripts. Editors and reviewers must maintain confidentiality of submitted manuscripts and avoid conflicts of interest.

Open Access Policy

The journal provides open access to its published content to promote the free exchange of knowledge and support the global dissemination of research in physics education.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the journal the right of first publication. Published articles are distributed under an open-access license, allowing readers to read, download, and distribute the work with proper attribution.