Interaction: Sociology of Communication Journal accepts articles that emphasize strong theoretical approaches and transparent methodologies, making significant contributions to the development of communication and sociology studies.

Topic Focus

The journal accepts articles in the following areas:

1. Social Interaction in Digital Media - How digital platforms alter social communication patterns and interpersonal relationships
2. Communication Dynamics and Social Identity - The influence of communication on the construction of individual and group identities
3. Communication in Public Spaces and Social Discourse - The role of media and communication in shaping public opinion and social change
4. Technology and Social Transformation - How the development of communication technology affects social and cultural interactions
5. Political Communication and Digital Activism - The use of digital media in social movements and political campaigns, and its impact on public participation
6. Intercultural Communication - Communication interactions in multicultural societies, challenges, and opportunities
7. Media Sociology and Information Consumption - Media consumption patterns and their impact on social structures and public perception
8. Theories and Methods in Communication Sociology - Conceptual and methodological studies in social communication research

Publication Language

The journal accepts articles in both English and Indonesian.

Authorship Requirements

1. Originality and Authenticity

• Submitted manuscripts must be original work and not previously published
• Manuscripts must not contain sections from previously published works by the authors or others
• Authors are fully responsible for ensuring the originality of their work

2. Author List

• Identify all individuals who contributed significantly to the conceptual design, research planning, interpretation of results, and article writing
• The authorship list should be arranged hierarchically to reflect each author’s level of responsibility and role in the research
• All authors bear full responsibility for the content of the submitted manuscript
• In cases of joint authorship, all authors must approve the manuscript’s content and confirm that the work has not been previously published in any form

3. Data Accuracy

• Authors must guarantee the accuracy of the data presented in the manuscript
• Data should not be manipulated or altered to support proposed hypotheses
• All data must be verifiable and supported by a transparent methodology

4. Sources and References

• Use current and relevant sources in sociology and communication
• Ensure research is based on up-to-date theoretical and empirical foundations
• Provide appropriate credit for all sources used

Preparation Before Submission

Before submitting a manuscript, authors must:

1. Anonymize the Manuscript
   • Remove all identifying information from the manuscript, including names, affiliations, and acknowledgments
   • Write self-citations in the third person (e.g., “As demonstrated by Smith (2020)...” rather than “As we demonstrated previously...")
   • Remove metadata or document properties containing author information
2. Obtain Permissions
   • Obtain permissions for third-party copyrighted content (images, figures, tables, extended quotes)
   • Keep documentation of obtained permissions
3. Confirmation from All Authors
   • Ensure all co-authors have approved the manuscript submission
   • Verify that all authors agree with the authorship order
4. Verify Originality
   • Confirm that the work is original and unpublished
   • Ensure there are no third-party copyright infringements

Author Responsibilities

Authors accept full responsibility for:

• Copyright compliance and originality of work
• Accuracy of data and information presented
• Approval from all co-authors
• Compliance with research ethics standards

Interaction is not liable for any infringement by authors.

Peer Review Process

Interaction implements a double-blind peer review system, where the identities of both authors and reviewers are concealed from each other to ensure objectivity in the evaluation process.

Process Stages

1. Article Submission - Upload manuscript through the journal platform with an anonymized version
2. Initial Screening - Editorial Board assesses conformity with scope, format, and academic contribution
3. Initial Selection Notification - Authors are informed of screening results
4. Anonymous Evaluation - External reviewers assess manuscripts within 20 days
5. Evaluation Report - Reviewers submit feedback and recommendations
6. Editorial Decision - Authors receive one of:
   • Accept - Accepted with minor or no revisions
   • Minor Revision - Requires small improvements
   • Major Revision - Requires substantial revisions
   • Reject - Does not meet journal standards

Timeline

The evaluation process takes approximately 3 months from submission to decision.

Revisions

• Authors receiving revision requests will receive comprehensive feedback
• There is no limit to the number of revisions, provided the manuscript has passed initial screening and authors adequately address reviewer concerns
• Revisions must be resubmitted through the journal platform

Copyright and Licensing

Copyright Ownership

• Authors retain full copyright ownership of their work
• By publishing in Interaction, authors grant the journal first publication rights
• Work is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)

Distribution Rights

Authors have complete freedom to:

• Self-archive and share their work through multiple channels
• Deposit in institutional or subject-specific repositories
• Share on personal websites or academic platforms
• Include in books, conference proceedings, dissertations, or theses

Required Acknowledgment: “Originally published in Interaction: Sociology of Communication Journal, Vol. X, No. Y (2025). DOI: [number]. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.”

Permissible Versions for Deposit

1. Preprint - Original manuscript before peer review (may be deposited at any time)
2. Postprint - Final peer-reviewed version before journal formatting (may be deposited immediately upon acceptance)
3. Published Version - Final published PDF with journal formatting (may be deposited immediately upon publication)

No embargo period - all versions may be deposited immediately.

Publication Fees

Interaction does not charge Article Processing Charges (APC). All publication costs are supported institutionally, ensuring high-quality research is freely accessible.

Publication Ethics

Plagiarism

• Interaction is highly vigilant against plagiarism
• Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism will be withdrawn from the journal or prohibited from publication
• The journal will act swiftly in handling plagiarism cases

Author Declaration

By submitting a manuscript, authors declare that:

• The article contains only original work
• It does not infringe upon third-party rights
• All authors have approved the manuscript’s content
• The work has not been previously published

Publication Frequency

Interaction is published biannually in May and October. Special monograph editions may be published if they meet the Editorial Board’s quality standards.

Contact

For questions or assistance regarding manuscript submission: editorial@interaction.id