About the Journal

Purpose and Scope

JIDA – The Journal of the Italian Debate Association aims to serve as a reference point for scholars, professionals, and students interested in educational and competitive debating, its pedagogy, and its theoretical and practical implications. The journal seeks to promote interdisciplinary dialogue by encouraging collaboration among disciplines such as pedagogy, rhetoric, philosophy, and social sciences, contributing to the development of new theoretical and practical perspectives on Debate.

The journal welcomes contributions in Italian, English, and Spanish. It is organized into several sections, including: research articles offering in-depth analyses of specific topics; practical experiences documenting case studies and significant projects; translations of relevant texts for the Debate community; reviews of academic and educational works; and testimonials from coaches and debaters providing personal insights and reflections on direct experience.

JIDA – The Journal of the Italian Debate Association intends to be an inclusive platform for the exchange and sharing of ideas, promoting innovation and progress within the Debate community.

Editorial Policies

The journal accepts original and unpublished contributions, as well as translations, written in accordance with its editorial guidelines. JIDA – The Journal of the Italian Debate Association welcomes submissions in Italian, English, and Spanish, with an abstract translated into English to ensure broader international accessibility. All manuscripts undergo an evaluation process based on criteria of relevance, originality, and scientific rigor.

Peer Review Information

The journal employs a peer review system to ensure impartiality and high-quality evaluation. Each manuscript is reviewed by experts in the relevant field, selected according to their expertise and the subject matter. Authors receive detailed feedback from reviewers and, if necessary, may be asked to revise their work prior to final acceptance. The entire review process is overseen by the editorial board, which ensures that evaluation is conducted with scientific rigor and transparency.

Copyright

Authors retain copyright of their works and grant the journal a non-exclusive license for publication. Articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY-NC) license, allowing others to share and adapt the content for non-commercial purposes only, provided that proper credit is given to the author and source.

Archiving

The journal ensures long-term preservation of its content through digital archiving platforms. All issues are also available through the official website.

Sponsors

The journal is supported by the National Debate Society Italy APS. The financial and organizational support of sponsors helps maintain high scientific standards and make the content accessible to a wider audience.

Open Access Policy

JIDA – The Journal of the Italian Debate Association adopts an open access policy, ensuring that all content is freely available online without cost to readers or institutions. This policy promotes a global exchange of knowledge and enhances the impact of published works.

Contact and Information

For further details on author guidelines, editorial policies, or collaboration opportunities, please contact the editorial office at jida@sn-di.it.