Journal of Social Science Panyapat

About the Journal

Aim and Scope
          The Journal of Social Science Panyapat, ISSN: 3027-6748 (Online), aims to disseminate research articles, academic papers, and book reviews in the field of social sciences. The journal covers the following areas: Political Science and Public Administration, Social Development, Educational Sciences, Economics and Business Administration, and also includes interdisciplinary studies in applied social sciences. The journal publishes four issues per year, and all articles undergo evaluation by three qualified reviewers. The review process follows a double-blind peer review format, ensuring anonymity for both authors and reviewers. The journal welcomes submissions in both Thai and English languages.

Announcement Regarding Changes to the Journal
          1) The Journal of Social Science Panyapat published previously two issues per year, namely Issue 1 (January - June) and Issue 2 (July - December). There has been a change in the publication schedule to four issues per year, starting from Volume 4, Issue 3 (July - September 2022) onwards. Currently, the Journal of Social Science Panyapat is scheduled to publish four issues annually: Issue 1 (January - March), Issue 2 (April - June), Issue 3 (July - September), and Issue 4 (October - December).
          2) The Journal of Social Science Panyapat had the ISSN: 2773-9805 (Online), and there has been a change to ISSN: 3027-6748 (Online), effective from Volume 6, Issue 1, January - March 2024 onwards.

Types of Works Published in the Journal
          1) Research Article: This type of article presents research findings related to social sciences, including interdisciplinary studies in applied social sciences.
          2) Academic Article: Academic articles involve analysis, critique, or the presentation of new ideas.
          3) Book Review: Book review articles involve critiques or explanations supporting viewpoints, including differing academic perspectives on the subject matter.

Journal Publication Schedule:
          Previously, the Journal of Social Science Panyapat used to publish two issues per year: Issue 1 (January - June) and Issue 2 (July - December). However, there has been a change in the publication schedule to four issues per year. This change was implemented starting from Volume 4, Issue 3 (July - September 2565 B.E.). Currently, the journal follows the following publication schedule:
          - Issue 1: January - March
          - Issue 2: April - June
          - Issue 3: July - September
          - Issue 4: October - December

Article Processing Charges (APC) for Publication
          For research articles, academic articles, and book reviews, the APC rates are as follows:
          1) Research articles, academic articles, and book reviews (in Thai): 4,000 Baht per article.
          2) Research articles, academic articles, and book reviews (in English): 6,000 Baht per article.
          Authors are required to fill out the "Article Submission Form" and pay the APC after the editorial team has reviewed the completeness and correctness of the submission according to the specified format. Additionally, authors are required to pay the APC when entering the review process. The decision to accept or reject an article for publication lies solely with the editorial team.

Article Evaluation Process
          Each article will undergo peer review by a panel of 3 qualified reviewers in the relevant field, following a double-blind peer review process where both the authors' and reviewers' identities are kept anonymous. The review process consists of the following steps:

1. Initial Evaluation: The editorial team will conduct a preliminary assessment of the article's quality within approximately 5 business days. If the article is deemed insufficient in quality, further consideration may be suspended, or the authors may be asked to revise the article before resubmission.
2. Peer Review: Articles deemed suitable for further consideration will be sent to qualified reviewers in the respective field for peer review. The peer review process typically takes at least 20 business days.
3. Notification of Review Results: Upon completion of the peer review process, the editorial team will notify the authors of the review results within 3 business days after receiving feedback from all 3 reviewers.
4. Revision: If revisions are recommended by the reviewers, authors are required to make the necessary revisions within 15 business days. Failure to do so may result in the article not being accepted for publication.

Criteria for Article Evaluation

1. Initial Assessment: The editorial team will conduct an initial evaluation of the article's quality and adherence to the journal's formatting guidelines. Articles deemed insufficient in quality may not proceed further or may be sent back to the authors for revisions. Articles deemed suitable for further consideration will be subjected to peer review by 3 qualified reviewers in the respective field.
2. Notification of Review Results: Once the reviewers have completed their assessment, the editorial team will promptly inform the authors of the review results.
3. Revision Requirements: Authors are required to address any suggestions or comments provided by the reviewers. Failure to make necessary revisions may result in the article not being accepted for publication.
4. Content and Formatting Check: Upon receiving revised versions from the authors, the editorial team will ensure that the content meets the journal's formatting standards. Additionally, the team will review image files used in the article to ensure clarity and suitability for publication.

Guidelines for Submission and Publication Request:

1. Contact Journal Staff: Reach out to the journal staff to obtain preliminary details such as publication cycles, acceptance notifications, and associated fees. Contact Ms. Sirorat Prasri at Line ID: ben_lowz or via phone at 080-2241454, or Asst. Prof. Dr. Prayoon Saengsai at 081-6015934.
2. Prepare the Initial Manuscript:

          For Research Articles, use the template provided here: Research Article Template. Click here  

          For Academic Articles, use the template provided here: Academic Article Template. Click here

          For Book Reviews, use the template provided here: Book Review Template. Click here

3. Submit the Initial Manuscript via the Journal's Submission System: Upload your manuscript to the journal's submission system at Submission System Link https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JSSP/index
4. Fill out the "Request for Publication" Form: Complete the form available at Request for Publication Form. Click here
5. Submit Document Copies via Google Forms: Provide copies of your documents through the Google Forms system at Google Forms Link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JFZ6xgC46Gyck7j79RwPpVKy7lU9fKl-gRz5TBrZ7WE/edit
6. Join the Journal's Line Group for Coordination: Join the Line group for the journal to facilitate communication and coordination. You can join the group at Line Group Link. https://line.me/R/ti/g/Ngfd8WM9U2