About the Journal

The Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies is an international, peer-reviewed, open access scholarly journal dedicated to advancing theoretical, empirical, and applied research across the broad domains of psychology and educational sciences. The journal provides a rigorous academic platform for researchers, educators, clinicians, policymakers, and practitioners to disseminate original research findings, conceptual frameworks, methodological innovations, and critical reviews that contribute to the understanding and improvement of human behavior, learning processes, and educational systems.

The journal operates under a double-blind anonymous peer-review model, ensuring that both authors and reviewers remain unidentified throughout the evaluation process. Each submitted manuscript is evaluated by two or three independent expert reviewers with demonstrated expertise in the relevant subject area. This process is designed to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity, methodological rigor, and scholarly contribution.

The Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies is published as an open access journal, allowing unrestricted online access to all published articles without subscription barriers. This policy supports the global dissemination of knowledge, encourages interdisciplinary dialogue, and enhances the visibility and impact of scholarly work.

The journal is committed to an efficient and transparent editorial workflow. The average time from initial submission to final publication is approximately eight weeks, depending on reviewer responsiveness and the extent of revisions required. The journal publishes original research articles, systematic and narrative reviews, methodological papers, theoretical analyses, and applied studies that demonstrate clear relevance to psychology and education.

Aims and Scopes

The primary aim of the Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies is to promote high-quality scholarly research that deepens understanding of psychological processes and educational phenomena across diverse cultural, social, and institutional contexts. The journal seeks to bridge theory and practice by publishing research that informs evidence-based interventions, educational policy, instructional design, mental health services, and organizational development.

The journal welcomes submissions in, but not limited to, the following areas:

General Psychology

  • Cognitive psychology, perception, attention, memory, and learning

  • Developmental psychology across the lifespan

  • Personality psychology and individual differences

  • Social psychology and interpersonal processes

  • Emotional regulation, motivation, and affective science

  • Health psychology and psychological well-being

  • Clinical and counseling psychology (non-pharmacological focus)

  • Positive psychology and resilience

  • Psychological assessment, measurement, and psychometrics

  • Cultural, cross-cultural, and indigenous psychology

Educational Sciences

  • Educational psychology and learning sciences

  • Curriculum studies and instructional design

  • Teaching strategies, classroom management, and pedagogy

  • Educational technology, digital learning, and virtual education

  • Teacher education and professional development

  • Educational leadership, policy, and administration

  • Student engagement, motivation, and academic achievement

  • Inclusive education, special education, and learning disabilities

  • Assessment, evaluation, and educational measurement

  • Higher education studies and lifelong learning

The journal strongly encourages interdisciplinary research that integrates psychology with education, sociology, neuroscience, technology, and policy studies. Both quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods designs are welcome, provided that methodological transparency and ethical standards are strictly observed.

Open Access Statement

The Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies is fully committed to the principles of open access publishing. All articles published in the journal are made immediately and permanently available online, free of charge, for anyone to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts.

The journal does not impose any subscription fees or access restrictions on readers or institutions. This open access policy is based on the belief that free and universal access to scholarly knowledge enhances scientific progress, supports educational equity, and maximizes the societal impact of research findings.

Open access publication in the journal ensures:

  • Increased visibility and citation potential for authors

  • Rapid dissemination of research findings worldwide

  • Accessibility for researchers, educators, students, and policymakers regardless of institutional resources

  • Compliance with funder and institutional open access mandates

Copyright and License

Authors publishing in the Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies retain full copyright of their work. The journal does not require authors to transfer copyright ownership.

All published articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0). Under this license:

  • Others may share, copy, redistribute, adapt, and build upon the work for non-commercial purposes

  • Proper attribution to the original author(s) and the journal is required

  • Any modifications must be clearly indicated

  • The material may not be used for commercial purposes without explicit permission

This licensing model protects authors’ intellectual property while allowing broad non-commercial use of their work for academic, educational, and research purposes.

Plagiarism Policy (iThenticate)

The Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward plagiarism and academic misconduct. All submitted manuscripts are screened using iThenticate plagiarism detection software prior to peer review.

Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to:

  • Direct copying of text, ideas, or data without proper citation

  • Excessive similarity to previously published works

  • Self-plagiarism or redundant publication

  • Unattributed paraphrasing

Manuscripts with unacceptable similarity scores or evidence of unethical writing practices will be rejected immediately or returned to authors for clarification, depending on the severity of the issue. In cases of confirmed misconduct, the journal reserves the right to notify authors’ institutions or funding bodies.

Authors are expected to ensure that their submissions are original, properly cited, and compliant with ethical research and publication standards.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

To support open access publication and cover editorial, peer-review, production, and digital archiving costs, the journal applies an Article Processing Charge (APC).

  • APC amount: 3,000,000 Tomans

  • The APC is only payable after the manuscript has been formally accepted for publication

  • No submission fees are charged

The APC covers:

  • Management of the double-blind peer-review process

  • Professional editorial handling

  • Copyediting, formatting, and online publication

  • Long-term digital archiving and website maintenance

The journal is committed to transparency in publication costs and does not charge any hidden or additional fees.

Peer-Review Process

The Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies employs a double-blind anonymous peer-review process to ensure objectivity, fairness, and scholarly quality.

The review process consists of the following stages:

  1. Initial editorial screening for scope, originality, ethical compliance, and formatting

  2. Plagiarism check using iThenticate

  3. Double-blind peer review by two or three independent expert reviewers

  4. Editorial decision based on reviewers’ reports (accept, minor revision, major revision, or reject)

  5. Revision and re-evaluation, if required

  6. Final acceptance and publication

Reviewers assess manuscripts based on:

  • Scientific originality and contribution

  • Methodological rigor and validity

  • Clarity of research objectives and analysis

  • Relevance to psychology and educational sciences

  • Ethical standards and transparency

The journal strives to complete the full review and publication process within approximately eight weeks, while maintaining high academic standards.

Archiving and Repository Policies

The Journal of General Psychology and Educational Sciences Studies is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content.

Journal Website Archiving

  • All published articles are permanently archived on the official journal website

  • Articles are assigned stable URLs to ensure persistent access

Self-Archiving Policy
Authors are permitted to:

  • Deposit the final published version of their article in institutional repositories, personal websites, and non-commercial academic platforms

  • Share their work for teaching, research, and scholarly communication purposes

  • Distribute copies to colleagues and students, provided proper citation to the journal is included

These archiving policies ensure durability, discoverability, and long-term impact of published research.