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  • Ensure your research is original and unpublished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

  1. 1Create an account on our submission portal
  2. 2Upload your manuscript and supporting files
  3. 3Complete the submission form
  4. 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