Submissions

Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.

A. Originality and Ethical Compliance
✔ The submission is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration by another journal.
✔ The manuscript complies with AJPE’s Publication Ethics Policy and the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
✔ All sources are properly cited, and the manuscript is free from plagiarism and self-plagiarism.
✔ Ethical approval and informed consent (if applicable) have been obtained and stated in the manuscript.
✔ Any conflicts of interest have been disclosed.
B. Manuscript Preparation and Formatting
✔ The submission file is in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) or compatible format.
✔ The manuscript follows APA 7th edition style guidelines.
✔ The text is double-spaced, uses a 12-point font, and standard margins (1 inch / 2.54 cm).
✔ The manuscript length is 6,000–8,000 words (excluding references).
✔ All tables, figures, and illustrations are:
• Clearly labeled
• Properly cited in the text
• Placed at appropriate points within the manuscript
✔ Where available, DOIs or URLs for references have been included.
C. Structure and Content

✔ The manuscript follows the required structure:
• Title
• Abstract (150–250 words)
• Keywords (3–5)
• Introduction
• Review of Literature
• Methodology
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusion and Implications
• Limitations and Future Research
• References

✔ The abstract clearly states:
• The research problem
• Methodology
• Key findings
• Implications
✔ Keywords are relevant, searchable, and internationally recognized.
D. Anonymization for Peer Review

✔ The manuscript has been anonymized for double-blind review:
• No author names in the main file
• No identifying information in text, headers, or file properties
✔ A separate title page has been uploaded, including:
• Author names
• Affiliations
• ORCID IDs (recommended)
• Corresponding author details
E. Open Access, Copyright, and Licensing
✔ The author agrees to the AJPE Copyright Notice and understands that the article will be published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0) license.
✔ The author retains copyright but grants AJPE the right to publish and disseminate the work.
✔ Permissions have been obtained for any third-party copyrighted materials.
F. Generative AI (GenAI) Disclosure
✔ Any use of generative AI tools (e.g., for language editing or drafting assistance) has been properly disclosed in the manuscript.
✔ The author confirms full responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of all content.
G. Submission Files
✔ The following files have been uploaded:
• Anonymized manuscript
• Title page
• Supplementary files (if applicable)
✔ A cover letter has been included, briefly explaining:
• The significance of the study
• Its contribution to the field
• Its relevance to AJPE’s scope
H. Final Confirmation
✔ The author confirms that the manuscript meets all AJPE requirements and is ready for peer review and editorial evaluation.

Author Guidelines

1. Overview

The Asian Journal on Perspectives in Education (AJPE) publishes original, high-quality research in education that contributes to theory, practice, and policy. The journal follows international publishing standards, including ethical guidelines from the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), and is positioning for inclusion in major indexing databases such as Scopus.

2. Types of Manuscripts

AJPE accepts:

Type	Description
Research Articles	Empirical studies (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods)
Review Articles	Systematic, scoping, or narrative reviews (highly encouraged)
Theoretical Papers	Conceptual or framework-based analyses
Reflective/Scholarly Essays	Critical reflections grounded in theory and evidence

3. Scope and Relevance

Submissions must:

Address current and significant issues in education
Demonstrate global or transferable relevance
Engage with recent international literature
Provide clear implications for policy, practice, or research

4. Manuscript Preparation

4.1 General Format

Language: English
File: MS Word (.doc/.docx)
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
Spacing: Double-spaced
Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm)
Length: 6,000–8,000 words (excluding references)

4.2 Required Structure (IMRAD)

Title Page (separate file)

Title (concise and informative)
Author names and affiliations
ORCID iD (recommended)
Corresponding author details

Main Manuscript (anonymized)

Title
Abstract (150–250 words)
Keywords (3–5)
Introduction (CARS model recommended)
Review of Literature
Methodology
Results
Discussion
Conclusion and Implications
Limitations and Future Research
References

4.3 Abstract Requirements

Problem/Context
Method
Key findings
Implications

4.4 Keywords

Use searchable, internationally recognized terms to improve discoverability.

5. Citation and Referencing

Style: APA 7th Edition
Include DOIs where available
Ensure:

Accuracy
Consistency
Recent sources (last 5–10 years preferred)

6. Tables, Figures, and Data

Must be clearly labeled and cited in text
Provide editable formats where possible
Include source notes if adapted
Ensure compliance with ethical data reporting

7. Research Ethics and Integrity

AJPE adheres to COPE guidelines. Authors must ensure:

Originality of work
Proper citation and attribution
Ethical approval (if applicable)
Informed consent for human participants

8. Plagiarism Policy

All manuscripts are screened
Acceptable similarity index:

≤20% overall
≤5% per source

Violations may result in rejection or retraction.

9. Generative AI (GenAI) Policy

GenAI tools may be used only for support (e.g., language editing)
Must be disclosed in the manuscript
Cannot be listed as authors
Authors remain fully responsible for content accuracy

10. Authorship and Contributions

Authorship must reflect substantial contributions to:

Conceptualization
Data collection/analysis
Writing and revision

All authors must approve the final manuscript.

11. Conflict of Interest

Authors must disclose any:

Financial interests
Institutional affiliations
Personal relationships

Articles

AJPE organizes its publications into clearly defined sections to ensure consistency, quality, and relevance of submitted manuscripts. Each section follows the journal’s double-blind peer review process and editorial standards.

Research Articles

Description: Empirical studies using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method approaches
Focus: Original research with clear methodology, results, and implications
Review Process: Double-blind peer review (minimum of two reviewers)
Word Count: 6,000–8,000 words

Review Articles

Description: Systematic, scoping, or narrative reviews synthesizing existing literature
Focus: Identifying trends, gaps, and future research directions
Review Process: Double-blind peer review
Priority: Highly encouraged due to strong citation potential
Word Count: 7,000–9,000 words

Theoretical / Conceptual Papers

Description: Framework development, models, or theoretical analyses
Focus: Advancing theory and scholarly discourse
Review Process: Double-blind peer review
Word Count: 6,000–8,000 words

Reflective / Scholarly Essays

Description: Critical reflections grounded in theory and research
Focus: Professional practice, policy insights, or pedagogical innovation
Review Process: Editorial screening + peer review (as applicable)
Word Count: 4,000–6,000 words

Special Issue Articles

Description: Articles submitted under themed calls or special issues
Focus: Emerging and high-impact topics (e.g., AI in Education, SDGs)
Review Process: Same rigorous peer review standards
Word Count: Follows section type guidelines

Editorial Screening (All Sections)

All submissions undergo an initial evaluation for:

Alignment with AJPE scope
Originality and relevance
Compliance with formatting and ethical standards

Manuscripts not meeting these criteria may be desk-rejected prior to peer review.

Copyright Notice

Authors who submit to the Asian Journal on Perspectives in Education (AJPE) agree to the following terms as part of the submission and publication process:

1. Originality and Ownership
The authors certify that the submitted manuscript is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration for publication elsewhere. The authors confirm that they hold the copyright to the work and have obtained permission for any third-party materials included in the manuscript.

2. License to Publish
Upon acceptance, authors grant AJPE the right to publish, reproduce, and distribute the article in print and electronic formats, including inclusion in indexing databases and repositories.

3. Open Access and Licensing
All articles published in AJPE are made available under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

4. Author Rights
Authors retain the copyright of their work and may:

- Share and distribute the published article
- Deposit the article in institutional or subject repositories
- Use the article for teaching, presentations, and future research

Proper acknowledgment of AJPE as the original publisher must be included.

5. Third-Party Content
Authors are responsible for obtaining written permission for any copyrighted materials (e.g., figures, tables, images) used in their manuscript. Such materials must be properly credited.

6. Integrity and Responsibility
Authors assume full responsibility for the accuracy, integrity, and legality of the content of their manuscript. Any breach of copyright or ethical standards may result in rejection, retraction, or other corrective actions.

By submitting a manuscript to AJPE, authors acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to this Copyright Notice.

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