Formatting Guidelines
Document Structure
- Use A4 or letter size paper with 1-inch margins on all sides.
- 1.5 line spacing with 12pt Calibri (or equivalent) font.
- All text should be aligned left; avoid full justification.
Citations and References
- Cite sources in APA 7th Edition style.
- Include a references section at the end with alphabetically listed citations.
- Verified DOI links are required for all cited articles.
Figures and Tables
- Embed figures in the main document, not as separate files.
- Ensure all images are in high-resolution (300 DPI minimum).
- Use numbered captions for all visual elements.
Peer Review Expectations
Blind Review
Manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review. Authors must anonymize their work by: omitting names and affiliations in the main document and ensuring metadata in files does not include personal identifiers.
Turnaround Time
Review typically takes 6-8 weeks. Authors receive detailed feedback and possible revisions. Accepted manuscripts enter a 5-business-day production queue for publication.
Ethical Standards
Plagiarism Policy
All submissions will be checked via Turnitin. Submissions with >15% similarity may be rejected.
Authorship Requirements
All authors must have materially contributed to the research. Include contributor roles in submission form.
Conflicts of Interest
Disclose any financial or personal relationships that could influence the work.
Final Submission Checklist
- Manuscript formatted per journal guidelines
- Completed copyright release form
- All co-authors have approved the final version
- Confirmed originality and ethical compliance