About the Journal
1. About the Journal
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Aim and Scope:
- Focus on advancing innovative practices in teaching and learning.
- Topics may include:
- Emerging pedagogical methods.
- Use of technology in education.
- Learner empowerment strategies.
- Inclusive and equitable educational practices.
- Interdisciplinary approaches to education.
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Target Audience:
- Educators, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in education.
2. Editorial Board
- Include diverse members specializing in:
- Pedagogy and curriculum development.
- Technology-enhanced learning.
- Educational policy and leadership.
- Innovations in teaching across disciplines.
3. Manuscript Submission Guidelines
- Papers should follow an IMRAD structure (Introduction, Methodology, Results, and Discussion).
- Submission format:
- File format: Microsoft Word or LaTeX.
- Font and style: Times New Roman, 12-point, double-spaced.
- Abstract: 150–250 words.
- Keywords: 5–7 keywords.
- Length: Typically 6,000–8,000 words.
- Language: English.
4. Peer Review Process
- Double-Blind Peer Review:
- Ensures impartiality by keeping author and reviewer identities anonymous.
- Review Timeline:
- A 4–6 week review process.
- Criteria:
- Relevance to the journal’s scope.
- Originality and contribution to the field.
- Clarity and rigor of research methodology.
5. Ethics Policy
- Align with Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) standards:
- No plagiarism (minimum 85% originality).
- Authorship must reflect actual contributions.
- Full disclosure of conflicts of interest.
6. Copyright and Licensing
- Use a Creative Commons License (CC BY):
- Authors retain copyright but allow the journal to distribute their work.
- Enables free sharing and adaptation of content with proper attribution.
7. Publication Frequency
- Quarterly publication:
- Four issues per year to maintain a steady flow of high-quality content.
8. Indexing and Abstracting
- Start with indexing in:
- Google Scholar.
- CrossRef (assigning DOI to articles).
- Progress to Scopus, Web of Science, or ERIC as the journal establishes credibility.
9. Online Presence
- Develop a dedicated journal website:
- Features:
- About the journal.
- Editorial board.
- Submission guidelines.
- Published articles (open access).
- Online submission portal for tracking manuscripts.
- Features:
10. Promotion Strategies
- Collaborate with universities and research institutions.
- Leverage academic conferences to promote the journal.
- Use social media to share published articles.
- Send out newsletters to a mailing list of educators and researchers.