Random Ramblings-Peer Reviewing of Articles from Third World Countries:My Personal Experience

摘要

Peer reviewing of articles from Third World countries has posed challenges for me since I often encounter articles whose intellectual content is excellent but have flaws that work against their acceptance because of the obstacles that these authors face. I review library science publications for four journals. I enjoy doing so and have received more articles than many because I say "yes" when editors ask me. Editors have provided positive feedback. They tell me that many authors find my comments useful. In addition, I usually complete my reviews well before the deadline. I don't have an exact count, but I would guess that I annually peer review about fifteen publications.