Retraction and Corrections

Pawiyatan: Journal of Teacher Professional Education is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record. In cases where errors, ethical issues, or misconduct are identified in published articles, the journal follows the guidelines and best practices recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to issue corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern as appropriate.

Corrections

A correction (erratum or corrigendum) will be issued when an article contains errors that do not invalidate the research findings but may affect the clarity, accuracy, or interpretation of the information presented. Corrections may include, but are not limited to:

Errors in author names, affiliations, or contact information
Minor data or calculation errors that do not alter the main conclusions
Errors in figures, tables, or references

Corrections will be clearly identified, linked to the original article, and published promptly to ensure transparency.

Retractions

A retraction will be issued when the published article is found to be seriously flawed or unethical, such that its findings or conclusions are unreliable. Grounds for retraction include, but are not limited to:

Evidence of plagiarism
Data fabrication or falsification
Duplicate or redundant publication
Serious methodological errors
Unethical research practices
Undisclosed conflicts of interest that compromise the integrity of the work

Retracted articles will remain accessible on the journal website to maintain the scholarly record but will be clearly marked as Retracted, with a retraction notice explaining the reason for the retraction.

Expressions of Concern

An expression of concern may be issued when there is inconclusive evidence of research or publication misconduct, or when an investigation is ongoing. This notice will alert readers to potential issues while maintaining transparency during the review process.

Retraction and Correction Procedure

The journal receives a complaint or identifies a potential issue.
The editorial team conducts a preliminary assessment.
If necessary, the journal contacts the author(s) and relevant institutions for clarification.
Decisions regarding correction, retraction, or expression of concern are made by the Editor-in-Chief in consultation with the editorial board.
All actions are taken in accordance with COPE guidelines.

Author Involvement

Authors will be informed of any concerns regarding their published work and will be given the opportunity to respond before a final decision is made, except in cases involving clear evidence of misconduct.

Policy Review

This policy is subject to revision in accordance with developments in publication ethics and best practices.