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View a list of the latest free articles available from Leisure StudiesLeisure Studies publishes articles of a high standard on all aspects of leisure studies and from a variety of disciplinary bases, including sociology, psychology, human geography, planning, economics, etc. Shorter research notes and book reviews are also published. The emphasis of the Journal is on the social sciences, broadly defined, and the subjects covered include the whole range of leisure behaviour in the arts, sports, cultural and informal activities, tourism, urban and rural recreation.Leisure Studies is the journal of the Leisure Studies Association. A special rate is available to members of the Association and membership details can be obtained from Routledge Customer Services, Sheepen Place, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3LP, UK. Tel: +44 (0) 207 017 5544 Email: societies@tandf.co.uk or from the LSA website.Refereeing Guidance - PDF FormatReview Form - PDF Format RTF FormatPeer Review StatementAll papers submitted to the journal are screened by the managing editors, and all papers that are subsequently published (whether full papers or research notes) have been double blind peer reviewed.DisclaimerTaylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the "Content") contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Leisure / Loisir strives to publish a diverse collection of scholarly papers in all areas of leisure, recreation, arts, parks, sport, and travel and tourism. Reflecting the multi- and interdisciplinary nature of these areas of study, the journal invites papers that use a wide range of perspectives and research methods. Submissions may include, but are not limited to: empirical research papers (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods), conceptual papers, comprehensive review papers, policy and economic impact analyses, and pedagogical aspects for leisure educators. Commentary, rejoinders, and other critical papers also are welcome. Leisure is a global phenomenon, and therefore, the journal embraces international perspectives. Leisure / Loisir is the official publication of the Canadian Association for Leisure Studies/Association canadienne d'etudes en loisir (CALS). While Leisure / Loisir is based in Canada and offers a primary outlet for individuals affiliated with Canadian institutions, the journal encourages international submissions. All manuscripts submitted to Leisure / Loisir undergo double-blind, peer review by an Associate Editor and two reviewers. Book reviews are typically invited, but unsolicited book reviews are considered as well. As a Canadian journal, both English and French manuscript submissions are encouraged. Disclaimer Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 'Content') contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Free articles - click here to view a list of the latest free articles available from Managing Leisure This quarterly, refereed journal publishes high quality articles and book reviews to inform and stimulate discussions relevant to leisure management. Managing Leisure is designed to appeal to anyone with a serious interest in contemporary leisure management issues, including academics, practising managers, consultants, politicians and students. To this end it is characterised by clearly written, plain English and is accessible to those without specialist management knowledge. The scope of leisure management covered by this journal is broad and in concept includes: * arts, media, countryside, heritage, hospitality, sport, tourism * visitor management, human resource management, facility/amenity management, event management, quality management * interdisciplinary studies, together with a wide range of disciplinary approaches, including finance, marketing, economics, law, planning, policy, research, geography, sociology, psychology and environmental studies * public, commercial, voluntary, charitable and industrial provision/management * local, regional, national and international management perspectives One of the key objectives of Managing Leisure is to provide a high level forum for communication between academics and practitioners. The journal aims to be contemporary, integrated and relevant to practitioner training. Contributions are welcome and expected from both academics and practitioners throughout the international leisure management community. Peer Review Statement All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening, followed by double-blind, anonymized refereeing by two referees, plus refereeing by the journal' editor in cases where the two referees disagree. All book review papers in this journal have undergone editorial screening by a designated book reviews editor. Disclaimer Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 'Content') contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Managing Sport and Leisure is a refereed journal that publishes high quality research articles to inform and stimulate discussions relevant to sport and leisure management globally. The journal is committed to publishing research that advances understanding of the practice of sport and leisure management in the public, voluntary and commercial sectors, internationally. It will appeal to anyone with a serious interest in contemporary sport and leisure management issues, including academics, managers, consultants, politicians and students.

One of the key objectives of the journal is to provide a high level forum for communication between academics and practitioners of sport and leisure. Therefore Managing Sport and Leisure aims to be contemporary, integrated and, most importantly, relevant to practitioner training. Contributions are welcome and expected from both academics and practitioners throughout the international sport and leisure management community. In addition, the journal welcomes submissions from those investigating new and innovative areas of research and practice in sport and leisure management.

Peer Review Statement

Peer review is ‘double blind’ Three reviews are sought, with reviewers providing commentary / feedback to the author(s); together with information confidential to the Editor and Editorial Administrator (and where required the Associate Editor), consisting of an evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the submission on 6 criteria and a recommendation in terms of the decision for publication, revision and resubmission, or rejection. The decision to publish, require amendments or reject is based on the recommendations of the reviewers with the Editor adjudicating if a consensus has not been reached.

View a list of the latest free articles available from Museum Management and Curatorship Museum Management and Curatorship (MMC) is a peer-reviewed, international journal for museum professionals, scholars, students, educators and consultants that examines current issues in depth, and provides up-to-date research, analysis and commentary on developments in museum practice. It is published quarterly and all submitted manuscripts will undergo double-blind review. The journal encourages a continuous reassessment of collections management, administration, archives, communications, conservation, diversity, ethics, globalization, governance, interpretation, leadership, management, purpose/mission, public service, new technology and social responsibility.MMC is committed to an intelligent balance between theory and practice and is relevant to both academics and museum practitioners. It provides an authoritative forum for challenging and debating theories, models and practices that have significant implications for museology throughout the world, while also striving to be as multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary as possible.A leading journal in the museum field for twenty years under the joint editorship of Dr. Peter and C. A. Cannon-Brookes, Museum Management and Curatorship is now edited by Dr. Robert R. Janes, Professor and former Glenbow Museum President. ------------ Now available from Routledge! - Museums in a Troubled World: Renewal, Irrelevance or Collapse? (Robert R Janes). To find out more or to order your copy today click here DisclaimerTaylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 8220;Content8221;) contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Research in Transportation Business & Management (RTBM) will publish research on international aspects of transport management such as business strategy, communication, sustainability, finance, human resource management, law, logistics, marketing, franchising, privatisation and commercialisation.Research in Transportation Business & Management welcomes proposals for themed volumes from scholars in management, in relation to all modes of transport. Issues should be cross-disciplinary for one mode or single-disciplinary for all modes. We are keen to receive proposals that combine and integrate theories and concepts that are taken from or can be traced to origins in different disciplines or lessons learned from different modes and approaches to the topic. By facilitating the development of interdisciplinary or intermodal concepts, theories and ideas, and by synthesizing these for the journal's audience, we seek to contribute to both scholarly advancement of knowledge and the state of managerial practice.Potential volume themes include:Sustainability and Transportation ManagementTransport Management and the Reduction of Transport's Carbon FootprintMarketing Transport/Branding TransportationBenchmarking, Performance Measurement and Best Practices in Transport OperationsFranchising, Concessions and Alternate Governance Mechanisms for Transport OrganisationsLogistics and the Integration of Transportation into Freight Supply ChainsRisk Management (or Asset Management or Transportation Finance or ...): Lessons from Multiple ModesEngaging the Stakeholder in Transportation GovernanceReliability in the Freight SectorTo submit a volume proposal, please contact the Journal Editors: Stephen Ison, Loughborough University (s.g.ison@lboro.ac.uk) and Mary R. Brooks, Dalhousie University (m.brooks@dal.ca).Unsolicited submission of individual articles will not be accepted.