Publishing Guidelines
Comprehensive guidelines for authors submitting manuscripts to Learning Publics journals
Submission Process
Before You Submit
- Ensure your research is original and unpublished
- Review our aims and scope for journal fit
- Prepare all required documents
- Follow formatting guidelines
Submission Steps
- 1Create an account on our submission portal
- 2Upload your manuscript and supporting files
- 3Complete the submission form
- 4Review and submit your manuscript
Manuscript Requirements
Format
- • Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF
- • Double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman
- • 1-inch margins on all sides
- • Page numbers in bottom right
Structure
- • Title page with author information
- • Abstract (150-250 words)
- • Keywords (3-6 terms)
- • Main text with clear sections
- • References in APA format
Length
- • Research articles: 6,000-8,000 words
- • Review articles: 8,000-10,000 words
- • Short communications: 2,000-3,000 words
- • Case studies: 3,000-5,000 words
Review Timeline
Initial Review
1-2 weeks: Editorial team reviews for scope and quality
Peer Review
4-8 weeks: Expert reviewers evaluate the manuscript
Final Decision
1-2 weeks: Editor makes final publication decision
Need Help?
Our editorial team is here to assist you with your submission