Analytics operates at the intersection of such fields as writing studies, educational measurement, massive data analysis, digital learning ecologies, and ethical philosophy. The journal is devoted to programs of research providing evidence of fair, reliable, and valid analytics.
We have provided detailed Author Guidelines for Research Notes. Based on those guidelines, the categories below ask reviewers to make a series of analytic judgements on each section of the manuscript. After providing scores, reviewers are then asked to provide notes in which they justify and explain their assessment of the given section of the manuscript.
Publishing Recommendation
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Publish with minor changes
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Revise and resubmit |
Reject
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Comment Category 1: Abstract
The abstract (between 150 and 200 words) presents a comprehensive overview of the research note.
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Notes on Structured Abstract:
Comment Category 2: Aim
The aim section positions the research note and explains its purpose and significance.
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Notes on Aim:
Comment Category 3: Problem Formation
The problem formation section identifies and explains the gap that the note will discuss.
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Notes on Problem Formation:
Comment Category 4: Methods and/or Discussion
The discussion section describes the methods used or information collected related to the problem.
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Notes on Information Collection:
Comment Category 5: Conclusions
The conclusion section provides justification that information collection process has identified the problem discussed in the note, as well as any related problems also in need of additional research. All attendant qualifications to claims made should also be included.
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Notes on Conclusions:
Comment Category 6: Directions for Further Action
Authors should conclude the note with directions for further action intended to address the identified problem.
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Strongly Disagree |
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Notes on Directions for Further Research:
Reviewer Notes
Please provide any additional integrative notes on the manuscript related to your publishing recommendation.