Instructions To Authors

Journal of Applied Education Studies (JAES)

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

(Research Articles)

1. General Submission Requirements

Manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Applied Education Studies (JAES) must present original, unpublished work and must not be under consideration for publication elsewhere. Submissions should be written in clear, academic English and prepared in accordance with the guidelines outlined below.

JAES publishes research with a clear focus on applied education studies, including teaching and learning practices, educational policy and administration, curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, educational technology, teacher education, and learning outcomes across educational contexts.

2. Manuscript Length

  • Research Articles: 6,000–8,000 words (excluding references)

  • Abstract: Maximum 250 words

  • Keywords: 4–6 keywords

3. Manuscript File Format

  • File type: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)

  • Page size: A4

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point

  • Line spacing: 1.5

  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides

  • Page numbers: Bottom center or bottom right

4. Manuscript Structure

Research articles should be organized in the following order:

4.1 Title Page

The title page should include:

  • Full title of the manuscript (concise and informative)

  • Full names of all authors

  • Institutional affiliations (department, institution, country)

  • Corresponding author’s email address

  • ORCID iDs (optional but encouraged)

4.2 Abstract

The abstract should clearly summarize:

  • Background and context

  • Research objectives

  • Methods or approach

  • Key findings

  • Educational or practical implications

The abstract should be written as a single paragraph and must not include references, tables, or figures.

4.3 Keywords

Provide 4–6 keywords that accurately reflect the main themes of the manuscript and support indexing and discoverability.

4.4 Introduction

The introduction should:

  • Clearly define the educational problem or research focus

  • Provide relevant background and context

  • Explain the significance of the study

  • State research objectives and/or research questions

  • Outline the contribution of the study to educational research or practice

4.5 Literature Review or Conceptual Framework

This section should:

  • Review relevant and recent educational literature

  • Identify gaps in existing research

  • Present theoretical or conceptual frameworks where applicable

  • Position the study within the broader field of education studies

4.6 Methodology / Methods

The methodology section should provide sufficient detail to allow evaluation and replication of the study. It should include:

  • Research design and approach

  • Educational setting and participants

  • Data collection methods and instruments

  • Sampling strategies (if applicable)

  • Data analysis techniques

  • Ethical considerations (including consent and approvals where applicable)

Both qualitative and quantitative approaches, as well as mixed methods, are acceptable.

4.7 Results / Findings

This section should:

  • Present findings clearly and objectively

  • Use tables and figures where appropriate

  • Avoid interpretation beyond factual reporting

  • Ensure all tables and figures are referenced in the text

4.8 Discussion

The discussion should:

  • Interpret findings in relation to research objectives

  • Compare results with existing educational studies

  • Discuss implications for teaching, learning, or educational policy

  • Address limitations of the study

Results and Discussion may be combined where appropriate.

4.9 Implications for Educational Practice (Encouraged)

Authors are encouraged to include a dedicated section discussing:

  • Implications for teaching and learning practices

  • Curriculum or instructional design relevance

  • Educational policy or institutional implications

4.10 Conclusion

The conclusion should:

  • Summarize key findings

  • Highlight contributions to applied education research

  • Suggest directions for future research

No new data or references should be introduced in this section.

4.11 Acknowledgements (Optional)

Acknowledgements should be brief and placed before the reference list.

4.12 Funding Statement

Authors must disclose all sources of financial support or state:
“No external funding was received for this study.”

4.13 Conflict of Interest Statement

Authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest or explicitly state that none exist.

4.14 References

JAES follows the APA (7th Edition) referencing style.

In-text citations:

  • Single author: (Smith, 2022)

  • Two authors: (Smith & Patel, 2021)

  • Three or more authors: (Smith et al., 2020)

Reference list:

  • References must be listed alphabetically

  • All cited works must appear in the reference list and vice versa

5. Tables and Figures

  • Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively

  • Table titles should appear above tables; figure captions below figures

  • Figures must be of high resolution

  • Sources must be acknowledged if adapted or reproduced

6. Language and Editing

Authors whose first language is not English are encouraged to have their manuscripts professionally edited prior to submission. Language editing does not guarantee acceptance.

Review Articles

Review Articles should provide comprehensive and critical overviews of current research in education and related fields.

  • Recommended length: up to 18 pages

  • Must include an Abstract and Introduction

  • Section structure may vary depending on the topic

  • Formatting requirements are the same as for Research Articles

Short Communications

Short Communications report focused studies, preliminary findings, or innovative educational practices.

  • Maximum length: 5 pages

  • Same formatting requirements as full articles

  • Subheadings should be minimized and integrated into continuous text

  • No more than 3–4 tables or figures

Compliance & Ethics

JAES follows best practices in scholarly publishing and adheres to ethical standards recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All submissions undergo editorial screening and double-blind peer review. Any form of plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research practice will result in rejection.