Peer Review in AP Psychology

Definition

Peer review is the process in which experts in a particular field evaluate and critique a research study, article, or manuscript before it gets published. This ensures that the work meets high academic standards and helps to eliminate bias and errors.

Related terms

Publication Bias: The tendency for journals to publish studies with positive results more frequently than those with negative or inconclusive results.

Double-blind Review: A type of peer review where both the reviewers and authors are anonymous to each other, reducing bias in evaluating the work.

Reviewer Comments: The written feedback provided by peers during the peer review process, highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions for improvement.