Aims & Scope:

The Suranaree Journal of Social Science (SJSS) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal. The SJSS is determined to promote original and empirical research studies, academic articles, and both book and article reviews that encompass the social sciences and related disciplines.  The principal focus of the journal is directed toward the social sciences, including applications of technology, information systems and management, general management, along with language and culture, and education in the Thai and Asian contexts.

The SJSS accepts the manuscripts in the following areas:

	• Social Science, which includes the general social sciences, humanities,    philosophy, and related areas.
	• Information Technology, which includes areas specific to information systems    and management, as well as technology and its applications in various contexts.
	• General Management, which includes areas specific to business and public    administrative management, finance and accounting, and other related areas.
	• Language and Culture, which includes areas specific to language and linguistic    studies, applied linguistics, as well as local and international cultural issues.
	• Education, which includes areas specific to innovative teaching methodology,    curriculum design, educational policy, encompassing primary, secondary, and    higher education.

The SJSS aims to distinguish itself as a platform for esteemed researchers and readers alike in the social sciences to disseminate and exchange high-quality research studies and critical reviews within the academic community. Each manuscript undergoes a rigorous peer-review process to ensure academic excellence. The SJSS is committed to enhancing the knowledge base of scholars and interested parties by providing novel insights and advancements in the diverse realms of social science disciplines.

Types of Published Articles

Thai or English language articles within the scope of the journal are welcome to be published in future issues of the SJSS.  Articles must be original and not currently under review elsewhere. They can be:

	• Research Articles, which are articles where authors report on studies they    conducted. The article should be composed of an abstract, introduction, literature    review, research methods, results, discussion, conclusions, and credible    references.  The length should be approximately 10-25 pages excluding    references.
	• Academic Articles, which are critical evaluations of studies in particular areas    that have already been published, or theoretical articles in which the authors aim    to formulate new theories on existing research. The length should be    approximately10-20 pages excluding references.
	• Article Review, which provide a comprehensive summary and analysis of    existing research and literature on a specific topic or research area. The authors    mainly focus on synthesizing, evaluating, and discussing previously published    studies and their findings. The length should be approximately 10-25 pages    excluding references.
	• Book Reviews, which present a thorough description and an accurate summary of    its contents. In addition, the critical analysis and any accompanying evaluation of    the quality, meaning, and significance of the book should be addressed clearly.     The length should be approximately 3-5 pages.

Publication Frequency

The SJSS is a biannual peer-reviewed online publication. New issues are published in June and December.

Language

The SJSS accepts papers in both Thai and English. 

Publication Charge

The SJSS assesses a publication fee of 4,000 Baht (120 USD) for an accepted manuscript only. The payment must be directly transferred to Suranaree University of Technology’s account after receipt of the acceptance letter.  This charge is effective from June 1, 2022 onwards.

Open Access Policy

All articles published in the SJSS are open access and freely available to read, download, and share.  However, proper citations of these articles are required for their reproduction and public distribution by any medium. 

Ownership and Management

The SJSS is operated under the Research Department of the Institute of Social Technology (IST) at Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand, as the scope of the SJSS is directly related to the social sciences.   The head of the Research Department of the IST, along with the editorial team and supporting staff, are fully in charge of the operation of the publication. Initially, the SJSS received financial support from the Office of the Higher Education Commission for its establishment. Currently, the SJSS is financially supported by Suranaree University of Technology and the publication fees from accepted articles. 

Copyright and Licensing

Prospective authors should be aware that all article submissions must be original and be accompanied by the consent form listing all named authors. Additionally, authors must obtain official permission to include texts, figures, data, or any other information attributable to others.

Upon submitting the article, the authors grant the right to the Suranaree Journal of Social Science (SJSS) to publish the article without any restrictions. However, the authors retain the copyright to their work, and the right to reproduce, distribute, and display their work.  Authors can use the articles in their academic work or share them with their students while the SJSS controls how the articles are disseminated.   

Revenue Sources

In addition to the financial support from Suranaree University of Technology, the SJSS generates revenue through the publication fee, set at 4,000 Baht or 120 USD per accepted article. Authors are required to pay this fee after receiving the official acceptance letter. This financial model enables the SJSS to operate independently, allowing the editorial team to function autonomously in managing the journal's operations.

Advertising and Direct Marketing

The SJSS does not have any advertising or direct marketing. Advertisements about academic conferences in the Social Sciences and Humanities and academic-related news are published from time to time without any charge.

Meaning of “Suranaree”

The Suranaree Journal of Social Science derives its name from Thao Suranaree, also spelled Thao Suranari (1771–1852), the wife of the deputy governor of Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat). She is revered as the courageous heroine who successfully defended the city against invaders in 1826.  Numerous locations in this area have been named in her honor, including a sub-district, a university, a college, school, buildings, and much more. Her monument is one of the most famous and sacred tourist attractions in Nakhon Ratchasima.

History of the Journal

In 2006, the Institute of Social Technology at Suranaree University of Technology established a journal to serve as a medium for faculties and students to publish their research work. The Research Department is responsible for this project and the first volume was published in June 2007.  The SJSS publishing process strictly follows the journal quality evaluation of the Commission on Higher Education (CHE), Thailand. Consequently, the SJSS was awarded financial support for journal publishing (in the areas of Humanities and Social Sciences) from CHE from 2007-2009.  The journal continuously publishes and has been indexed in the Thai-Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI) (Tier 1) database since January 1, 2015, and the ASEAN CITATION INDEX (ACI)