Topic | Importance of the study | Literature review | Theoretical model | Empirical model | Conclusion | References3 | Writing quality | Due Date |
Is topic interesting and timely? | Is relevance well-explained? Are market failures listed and explained? | Is relevant literature presented? | If theoretical model is missing, propose one. Economics mistakes should be pointed out. | If empirical model is missing, propose one. Is empirical model testing what theoretical model predicts? | Is there a logical conclusion to the paper? | Does author provide full citations and clear references in the text? | Is paper well written? | Missing due date on peer review may result in 10 - 100 point deduction |