Author Guidelines

The Journal of Pedagogical Research (JPR) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal committed to publishing high-quality research that advances knowledge in education. The journal adheres to the ethical and scientific standards required by major indexing databases, ensuring global visibility and academic credibility. By adhering to the following guidelines, authors contribute to the journal's mission of advancing education scholarship worldwide.

1. Manuscript Categories

JPR accepts the following types of manuscripts:

Original Research Articles: Comprehensive studies presenting novel research findings.

Conceptual Papers: Articles offering theoretical insights or proposing innovative frameworks.

Review Articles: Critical evaluations of existing literature.

Note: Conceptual and review articles should not exceed 20% of the total articles in any volume.

2. General Submission Requirements

All manuscripts must be submitted through the journal's electronic submission system. There is no word or page limitation for the manuscripts. Authors must ensure the manuscript adheres to the following guidelines for successful processing.

3. Manuscript Preparation
3.1. Format
  • Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English. Authors are responsible for the English proofreading of the papers.
  • Submit files in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx), single-spaced with 1-inch margins.
  • Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman, size 12).
  • The citations, references and presentation of the manuscript should be compatible with APA 7 guidelines. You can also see the Quick APA Guide prepared for the journal.
  • Authors are required to provide references and citations in plain text format rather than relying on automated software-generated formats to ensure consistency and accuracy in the final publication.
3.2. Structure
  • Title Page (separate file):
    • Title of the manuscript (concise and informative).
    • Author details (full names, affiliations, e-mail addresses, and ORCID iDs).
    • Corresponding author's address information.
    • List of declarations stated below.
  • Abstract:
    • A summary of up to 300 words, covering objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
  • Keywords:
    • Include 4–6 keywords relevant to the study.
  • Main Text:
    • Organized into sections such as Introduction, Literature Review (if applicable), Method, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and Implications.
  • Tables and Figures:
    • Submit high-resolution tables and figures, embedded in the text.
    • Provide descriptive titles and legends.
  • References:
    • Use the APA 7th edition format.
4. Ethical Considerations
4.1. Originality and Plagiarism
  • Submissions must be original works not under consideration elsewhere.
  • All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software (e.g., Turnitin). Any evidence of plagiarism will result in rejection.
4.2. Ethical Compliance
  • Studies involving human or animal subjects must have appropriate ethical approvals.
  • Include an ethics statement and institutional approval details.
4.3. AI Usage Disclosure
  • Authors must disclose any use of AI tools (e.g., for data analysis, writing assistance, or figure generation) in a section titled "AI Usage and Assistance."
  • The role of AI must not compromise authorship integrity or intellectual contributions.
5. Peer Review Process

JPR employs a double-blind peer review process:

  • Manuscripts are anonymized to ensure impartiality.
  • Reviewers evaluate based on originality, methodological rigor, clarity, and relevance.
  • Authors should anonymize their manuscripts by removing any identifying information.
6. Post-Acceptance
6.1. Proofs

Authors will receive proofs for review before publication. Only minor corrections are permitted at this stage.

6.2. Open Access

Accepted manuscripts are published under an open-access license, ensuring global accessibility.

6.3. Copyright

Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication with the work simultaneously licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License that allows others to share the work with an acknowledgment of the work's authorship and initial publication in this journal.

All articles published by the Journal of Pedagogical Research are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

7. Declarations
7.1. Conflict of Interest

Authors must disclose all potential conflicts of interest.

7.2. Funding

Include details of all funding sources, grant numbers, and sponsors.

7.3. Authorship and Contributions

All authors must meet the authorship criteria. Significant contributions (e.g., conceptual design, data collection, analysis) should be clearly acknowledged.

7.4. Ethics and Consent
  • Confirm ethical approval for studies involving human or animal participants.
  • Confirm informed consent for participation and publication.
7.5. Data Availability

Authors are encouraged to provide access to the data underlying their findings. Include a Data Availability Statement that:

  • Indicates whether the data is publicly available or restricted.
  • Provides repository links or DOIs where applicable.
8. Author Responsibilities for Manuscript Preparation

JPR is a Gold Open Access journal committed to high academic and ethical standards. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their manuscripts meet the scholarly, ethical, and linguistic standards required for international academic publication prior to submission.

As JPR does not provide translation or language editing services, authors are expected to submit manuscripts written in clear, accurate, and academically appropriate English. Authors may seek language editing or proofreading support at their own discretion, and the use of such services is entirely optional. The choice to use or not use third-party services has no influence on the peer-review process or editorial decisions.

Authors are responsible for:

  • Ensuring the originality of their work and compliance with ethical standards, including appropriate citation and attribution practices,
  • Submitting manuscripts that are linguistically clear and suitable for peer review,
  • Ensuring that references are accurate and formatted in accordance with the journal’s guidelines.

Technical production processes following acceptance—such as copyediting, typesetting, layout preparation, DOI registration, and online publication—are handled by the journal as part of the post-acceptance publication process and are covered by the Article Processing Charge (APC), where applicable.

By adhering to these guidelines, authors contribute to the maintenance of the journal's high-quality standards and its commitment to providing free and open access to scholarly research. For further information or assistance, authors may contact the editorial office at [ijopr.editor@gmail.com].

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