Author Guidelines

Title

Written in English using Times New Roman font, bold, maximum 16 words. A good title should be concise, informative, and specific, clearly reflecting the main variables or focus of the study. Recommended length: 8–16 words. Avoid unnecessary phrases such as “A Study on…”. Include main variables, context (location/sample/field), but avoid abbreviations or jargon.

Authors

Author1 Fullname, Author2 Fullname, Author3 Fullname
(Times New Roman, font size 8, Bold, full names only)
Name of Faculty, Name of Higher Education
(Times New Roman, font size 8, normal)
Email: author1@abc.ac.id; author2@abc.ac.id; author3@abc.ac.id
(Times New Roman, font size 8, italic or normal)

Keywords

3–5 words/phrases, avoid repeating title words.

Abstract

Write the abstract in English as a single paragraph (max 250 words). Summarize the study succinctly: background, scope, importance, research gap, objectives, methodology (design, population/sample, data collection instruments, analysis), key results (quantitative values or qualitative themes), and contributions (theoretical, practical, or policy). Use past tense for procedures/results, present tense for general statements. Avoid citations, acronyms, and discipline-specific jargon.

Introduction

Times New Roman 11 bold for heading. Provide global and local background, highlight literature gaps, state research problem, objectives, and theoretical/practical contributions. [Cambria 11, normal]

Literature Review / Theoretical Framework

Times New Roman 11 bold for heading. Establish conceptual basis, summarize key theories, review empirical studies (preferably last 5 years, Scopus/ISI indexed), and develop hypotheses for quantitative research. [Cambria 11, normal]

Research Methods

Times New Roman 11 bold for heading. Describe research design (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed), population and sample (size, location), data collection instruments, analysis methods, and ethical considerations. [Cambria 11, normal]

Results and Discussion

Times New Roman 11 bold for heading. Present descriptive statistics and analysis results using tables, figures, or charts. Report significant findings only. Discuss interpretation, compare with prior studies, highlight theoretical contributions, practical implications, and limitations. [Cambria 11, normal]

Research Results

Present sample characteristics and analysis results in clear, logical order. Avoid raw tables or excessive numerical detail. [Cambria 11, normal]

Research Discussion

Interpret results, compare with previous studies, highlight theoretical and practical implications, and discuss limitations. [Cambria 11, normal]

Conclusion

Summarize key findings, theoretical and practical implications. Offer recommendations for future research without repeating discussion details. [Cambria 11, normal]

Suggestion

Provide directions for future research or practical applications. Include proposals to explore other variables, apply models in different contexts, or offer guidance for policymakers/practitioners. [Cambria 11, normal]

Bibliography / References

Follow APA 7th edition or journal-specific style. At least 80% of references should be peer-reviewed journals (preferably Scopus/ISI-indexed) published within the last decade. Recommended to use reference managers such as Mendeley, Zotero, Endnote, or RefWorks. [Cambria 11, normal]

Example:

Textbooks:
Bardach, Eugene. (2024). Practical Guide for Policy Analysis: Eightfold Paths toward Problem Solving, CQ Press, NY

Scientific Journals:
Fatmawati. (2025). Relationship Among Stakeholders for Solid Waste Management in Makassar. OSR Journal Of Humanities (IOSR-JHSS), 21(5), 18–23.

Manuscript Writing Checklist

  • Title: Concise, informative, specific; 16 words max; main variables/context included; no abbreviations/jargon.
  • Abstract: 150–250 words, single paragraph; background, objective, methods, results, conclusion; keywords 3–5 phrases.
  • Introduction: 600–900 words; background, gap, problem, objectives, contribution.
  • Literature Review: 900–1200 words; conceptual basis, key theories, prior studies, hypotheses.
  • Methodology: 900 words; design, population/sample, data collection, analysis, ethics.
  • Results and Discussion: 900 words; descriptive stats, analysis, interpretation, contributions, limitations.
  • Conclusion: 700 words; key findings, implications, recommendations.
  • References: APA 7th edition, 80% journal articles (Scopus/ISI), last 5 years.