Writing Rules
To maintain high standards of scholarly communication and ensure clarity and consistency in our publications, the Journal adheres to the following writing rules for submitted manuscripts.
General Formatting
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Manuscript Structure:
- Title Page: Includes the title of the manuscript, author names, affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.
- Abstract: A concise summary of the study, typically 150-250 words.
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords that encapsulate the main topics of the manuscript.
- Main Text: Structured into sections such as Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
- References: A complete list of all sources cited in the manuscript.
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File Format:
- Manuscripts should be submitted as Microsoft Word documents (.doc or .docx).
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Font and Spacing:
- Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
- Double-space the entire manuscript, including references and figure legends.
- Use 1-inch margins on all sides.
Title Page
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Title:
- Should be concise and informative, reflecting the content and scope of the manuscript.
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Author Information:
- List all authors' full names and affiliations.
- Identify the corresponding author with contact details (email and phone number).
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Funding and Acknowledgments:
- Include any funding sources and acknowledgments on the title page.
Abstract and Keywords
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Abstract:
- Provide a standalone summary of the manuscript, including the purpose, methods, results, and conclusion.
- Avoid citations and abbreviations.
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Keywords:
- List relevant keywords to facilitate indexing and search.
Main Text
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Introduction:
- Provide background information and context.
- Clearly state the research question or objective.
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Methods:
- Describe the study design, participants, procedures, and analytical methods in detail to allow replication.
- Include ethical approval and consent statements where applicable.
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Results:
- Present findings in a logical sequence.
- Use tables and figures to summarize key data.
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Discussion:
- Interpret the results in the context of existing research.
- Discuss the implications, limitations, and potential for future research.
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Conclusion:
- Summarize the main findings and their relevance.
Tables and Figures
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Tables:
- Number tables consecutively in the order they are cited in the text.
- Provide a concise title for each table.
- Include explanatory footnotes as needed.
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Figures:
- Number figures consecutively in the order they are cited in the text.
- Provide a concise title and legend for each figure.
- Ensure high resolution and clarity of all images.
References
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Citation Style:
- Use APA (American Psychological Association) citation style for all references.
- Ensure all references are cited in the text and listed in the reference section.
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Reference List:
- List references alphabetically by the last name of the first author.
- Include all necessary details: author names, publication year, title, journal name, volume, issue, and page numbers for journal articles; title, publisher, and year for books.
Ethical Compliance
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Plagiarism:
- Authors must ensure their work is original and properly cite all sources.
- All submissions will be checked for plagiarism.
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Conflict of Interest:
- Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
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Ethical Approval:
- For research involving human or animal subjects, include statements of ethical approval and informed consent.
Submission Process
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Online Submission:
- Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal's online submission system.
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Cover Letter:
- Include a cover letter with a brief statement of the significance of the study and its relevance to the journal's scope.
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Review Process:
- All manuscripts will undergo peer review. Authors may be asked to revise their manuscripts based on reviewer comments.