How to be a Good Reviewer

How to be a Good Reviewer

Guiding principles of a good reviewer:

1. Act with Integrity
   
   • Always act in IEEE's best interest.
   • Avoid conflicts of interest.
   • Maintain confidentiality and anonymity.
2. Objective Evaluation
   
   • Provide fair, objective assessments.
   • Avoid reviewing papers where impartiality may be compromised.
   • Report any ethical issues to relevant chairs.
3. Adhere to Deadlines
   
   • Ensure no personal conflicts with review dates before committing.
   • Notify Area or Technical Program Chairs if unable to meet deadlines.
4. Provide Detailed Feedback
   
   • Complete all sections of the “Reviewer Evaluation Form” with specific comments.
   • Spend sufficient time on each review.
   • Ensure feedback is constructive, clear, and free from errors.
5. Maintain Professionalism
   
   • Support authors respectfully.
   • Use third-person language for impartiality.
   • Avoid personal remarks and maintain a professional tone.
6. Ethical Conduct
   
   • Respect confidentiality and the intellectual independence of authors.
   • Operate with trust, professionalism, and ethical adherence.

Refer to the below resources for more information:

• IEEE Journals and Magazines Reviewer Guidelines
• IEEE Author Center | Ethics in Peer Review
• IEEE PSPB Manual