Author Guidelines

Language and Spelling

Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear, idiomatic English (UK or US spelling is acceptable, but must be consistent throughout).

Originality: Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere.

Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 7000 words (including tables, figures, captions, and references). For exceptions, contact the editorial board.

Formatting and Word Limit

Your manuscript structure should be as follows:

A. title

B. an unstructured abstract of no more than 250 words

C. maximum of 5 keywords

D. body of article

E. all references

F. appendices, if any

The total word count for A through to F should be no more than 7000 words.

Formatting:

– Font: Georgia 11 pt; the manuscript title should be in Georgia 12 pt, bold.

– Spacing: 1.5 line spacing throughout.

– Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides.

– Paragraphs: First paragraph after a heading: no indentation. Subsequent paragraphs: first-line indent of 1 cm.

– Justification: All text paragraphs should be fully justified.

Headings: Use up to four levels of headings:

– First-order heading: Bold, Title Case, left-aligned.

– Second-order heading: Bold, Title Case, left-aligned.

– Third-order heading: Bold, Title Case, left-aligned.

– Fourth-order heading: Bold, Title Case, left-aligned.

*Do not number headings unless necessary for your paper’s structure.*

Title Page

Manuscript Title: Brief, specific, and informative.

Author(s):

– Full name(s)

– Institutional affiliation (e.g., Department, Faculty, University, Country)

– Email address

– ORCID ID (format: https://orcid.org/0000-0000-0000-0000)

Abstract and Keywords

Abstract: Max. 250 words. Unstructured. Should state purpose, methods, results, and conclusion. Avoid citing sources or including content not found in the paper.

Keywords:

– Include 5 keywords

– Use lowercase (capitalize only proper nouns)

– Separate with commas, no final period

Citations and References

In-text Citations: Follow APA 7th edition style. Include author surname and year; add page number for direct quotations.

Reference List:

– Use the heading ‘References’

– Include only cited works

– Use hanging indent (0.5 inch/1.27 cm)

– Alphabetize by surname of the first author

– Follow APA 7 formatting

– For guidance, please click.

Tables and Figures

Tables:

– Label above: Table X (bold)

– Title below: Italic Title Case

– Conform to APA 7 table style

– Use single or 1.5 spacing; font size may be reduced (e.g., Georgia 10 pt)

Figures:

– Label above: Figure X (bold)

– Title below: Italic Title Case

– Ensure high quality and appropriate resolution

Ethics and Disclosures

Conflict of Interest:

– If no conflict exists, use this standard statement: No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).

Acknowledgments:

– Mention non-author contributors with their permission.

– Include funding bodies with grant numbers, if applicable.

Submission Process

Submit the manuscript in Word format (.doc/.docx) via the journal’s designated submission email.

Use the provided template to ensure style conformity.

Double-check all metadata and references before submission.

You can reach APA writing guides here.

The authors are required to provide Turnitin or iThenticate reports and Copyright Transfer Form while submitting their articles.

You can reach the Writing Template here.