Submissions

Author Guidelines

1. Manuscript Title

The title must:

• Not exceed 14 words
• Be clear, concise, and informative
• Reflect the core content of the study
• Avoid abbreviations and uncommon acronyms

The title should accurately represent the scope and findings of the research.

2. Author Information

• Author names must be written without academic degrees or titles.
• Each author’s institutional affiliation must be provided directly below the author’s name.
• For multiple authors, the editorial office will communicate only with the corresponding author (normally the first author unless otherwise stated).
• The corresponding author must provide a valid email address.

3. Abstract and Keywords

• The abstract must be written in English.
• Length: 200–250 words.
• The abstract must include:
• Research background or objective
• Research methods
• Key findings
• Main conclusion (if applicable)
• Keywords: 3–5 words, separated by commas.
• Keywords should reflect the essential topics of the study.

4. Introduction

The Introduction should contain:

1. General background of the study
2. Research problem or research question
3. Relevant literature review (if applicable)
4. Research gap or justification
5. Research objective (placed at the end of the section)

The introduction should clearly establish the importance and originality of the study.

5. Methods

This section must describe:

• Research design
• Data sources
• Data collection procedures
• Analytical methods
• Ethical considerations (if applicable)

The description must be sufficiently detailed to allow readers to evaluate the reliability, validity, and appropriateness of the methodology.

6. Results

The Results section must:

• Present the research findings clearly and systematically
• Focus on factual findings without interpretation
• Use tables or figures where appropriate

Do not repeat methodological explanations in this section.

7. Discussion

The Discussion section should:

• Interpret the findings
• Compare findings with previous research
• Explain theoretical or practical implications
• Address how the results answer the research question

Findings must be supported by adequate data and scholarly argumentation.

8. Conclusion

The Conclusion must:

• Summarize the key findings
• Answer the research objectives or hypothesis
• Avoid repeating detailed results
• Provide recommendations or implications for future research

The conclusion should reflect the contribution of the study.

9. References

All sources cited in the manuscript must appear in the reference list.

Reference Requirements:

• At least 80% of references must be primary sources (peer-reviewed journal articles).
• At least 80% must be published within the last 10 years.
• The remaining 20% may include books, theses, dissertations, research reports, or other relevant scholarly publications.
• All references must follow APA (American Psychological Association) 7th Edition style.
• References must be arranged alphabetically (A–Z).
• Every in-text citation must appear in the reference list.
• Works not cited in the manuscript will be removed by the editor.

10. Tables and Figures

• Must be numbered consecutively.
• Must include a clear title.
• Must include source information (if applicable).
• Must be single-spaced.
• Must be in black-and-white format.
• Must be placed close to where they are first mentioned in the text.

11. Submission Process

Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s online submission system by creating an author account.

Direct email submissions are not accepted.

Reference Examples (APA 7th Edition)

Book

Anderson, B. (1983). Imagined communities. Verso.

Book Chapter

Smith, F. M., & Jones, W. (2004). The college student. In C. Wood & M. Meyer (Eds.), Cross-cultural education (pp. 75–105). MacMillan.

Journal Article

Lee, K. (2004). Reading and learning strategies: Recommendations for the 21st century. Journal of Developmental Education, 28(2), 2–15.

Journal Article with DOI

Kusumaningrum, D. (2016). Interdependence versus truth and justice: Lessons from reconciliation processes in Maluku. Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Ilmu Politik, 20(1), 15–25. https://doi.org/10.22146/jsp.17998

Smith, G. (2012). Barthes on Jamie: Myth and the TV revolutionary. Journal of Media Practice, 13(1), 3–17. https://doi.org/10.1386/jmpr.13.1.3_1

Online Journal Article

Austin, D. (2009). Fatty acids, breastfeeding and autism spectrum disorder. E-journal of Applied Psychology, 5(1), 49–52. Retrieved from http://ojs.lib.swin.edu.au/

Newspaper Article

Fung, M. (2006, December 12). Asthma rates increasing. Winnipeg Free Press, p. C4.

Online Newspaper Article

Harris, M. (2011, August 16). Grades improve if classes start later, studies find. The Calgary Herald. Retrieved from http://www.calgaryherald.com/

Website

Buzan, T. (2007). Mind maps. Retrieved September 3, 2009, from http://www.buzanworld.com/Mind_Maps.htm

Website Document

TransCanada. (2006). Annual report. Retrieved from http://www.transcanada.com/investor/annual_reports/2006/media/pdf/TransCanada_2006_Annual_Report.pdf

Translated Book

Mancusa, S., & Viola, A. (2015). Brilliant green: The surprising history and science of plant intelligence (J. Benham, Trans.). Island Press.