Article Withdrawal Policy

At AOPS: Applied Observation and Pedagogical Studies Poster, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics and integrity. We recognize that circumstances may necessitate the withdrawal of an article. This policy outlines the conditions and procedures for article withdrawal to ensure transparency and accountability in our publication process.

Conditions for Article Withdrawal

An article may be withdrawn from the journal under the following circumstances:

  1. Pre-Publication Withdrawal
    • Authors may request to withdraw their article before it has been officially published if they identify significant errors or wish to revise their submission substantially.
    • The editorial team may also initiate withdrawal if the article is found to violate ethical guidelines or contains errors that cannot be corrected through revision.
  2. Post-Publication Withdrawal
    • Withdrawal after publication is rare and typically considered in severe cases such as proven plagiarism, unethical research practices, or legal infringements.
    • Post-publication withdrawal will result in the article being retracted from the journal’s online database and any associated abstracting and indexing services.

Procedure for Article Withdrawal

  1. Request for Withdrawal
    • Authors must submit a formal request for withdrawal to the editorial office, providing a detailed explanation for the request.
    • In cases of ethical concerns or errors, authors should present any supporting evidence or documentation.
  2. Editorial Review
    • The editorial board will review the withdrawal request and consider the reasons provided, consulting with reviewers or legal advisors if necessary.
    • A decision will be communicated to the authors within a reasonable timeframe.
  3. Withdrawal Notice
    • If an article is withdrawn, a notice will be issued to inform readers and indexing services of the withdrawal. This notice will include the title of the article, authors, and the reason for withdrawal, ensuring transparency.
    • The notice will be linked to the original article’s DOI to maintain an accurate record in the journal’s archives.
  4. Archiving and Indexing
    • Withdrawn articles will be removed from the journal’s website and any associated databases. However, the withdrawal notice will remain accessible to provide context and maintain the integrity of the academic record.

Ethical Considerations

  • Authors' Responsibilities
    • Authors are encouraged to promptly notify the editorial team of any issues or concerns regarding their published work. They must ensure that withdrawal requests are honest and justified.
  • Editorial Integrity
    • The editorial team is dedicated to handling withdrawal requests with fairness and discretion, upholding the journal’s commitment to ethical publication practices.

By adhering to this Article Withdrawal Policy, AOPS strives to maintain the trust and confidence of our authors, reviewers, and readers, ensuring the integrity and reliability of our published content. For any inquiries or further assistance regarding article withdrawal, please contact the editorial team through the journal's website.