About the Journal

Instructions for Authors

1. Manuscript Submission

The manuscript must be submitted as a single Word or PDF file for the refereeing process. The manuscript should have both spell-checking and grammar-checking processes. All Manuscripts should incorporate the necessary components to effectively communicate scientific discoveries, including an Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Keywords, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Artwork (Figures), and Tables with Captions.

2.    Manuscript Formatting

See the manuscript template containing necessary formatting instructions. Some main formatting highlights are enlisted here, as well. Writing format of the manuscript should be according to the following:

  • Margins should be 0.9” for both top and bottom, while 0.65” for both right and left.
  • Line spacing should be 1.0 throughout the manuscript.
  • Font for the manuscript should be Times New Roman with following format:
    • Title: Bold with size 20.
    • Authors Names: Bold with size 10.
    • Affiliations: Simple with size 9.
    • Abstract: Simple with size 9.
    • Section Heading: Bold with size 12.
    • Subsection Heading: Bold with size 12.
    • Table & Figure Heading/Numbering: Bold with size 8.
    • Table & Figure Caption: Simple with size 8 and should be Left-Aligned.
    • Other text in the whole manuscript should be of size 10 and “Justified”.

2.1.  Title

The title should be brief and informative, as it is commonly employed in information-retrieval systems. Minimize the use of abbreviations and formulas whenever possible. Make sure all names are spelled properly by clearly stating each author's given name and family name on the title page. Mention the author’s affiliation addresses (where the actual work was conducted) beneath their names. Add a lowercase superscript letter indicating all affiliations right after the author's name and before the corresponding address. Include the complete postal address for each affiliation, ensuring the inclusion of the country name. Clearly specify the corresponding author, responsible for managing correspondence throughout the refereeing and publication process, as well as post-publication. This role encompasses addressing any future inquiries related to Methodology and Materials. Provide the email address and ensure that the contact details are maintained and kept current by the corresponding author.

2.2.  Sections

Arrange your article into distinct and numbered sections. Subdivide these sections with labels such as 1.1 (followed by 1.1.1, 1.1.2,..) for subsections, and 1.2 for subsequent sections (excluding the abstract from section numbering). To facilitate internal cross-referencing, make use of this numbering scheme; do not refer to 'the text' in the absence of section numbers. Each subsection may have a concise heading, which should be presented on its own separate line.

Give a thorough overview of the work's goals and background information in the "Introduction" section, but avoid going into too much detail in your literature review or providing a lengthy summary of the finding. In the "Materials and Methods" section, provide thorough details to facilitate the reproduction of the work by an independent researcher.

Provide an overview of previously published techniques and cite them. Use quote marks and include the proper citation when directly quoting from an already published method. Additionally, describe any modifications made to existing methods. The significance of the findings of the work should be included in the discussion section with appropriate details. Often, a combined "Results and Discussion" part works well. Reduce the number of lengthy citations and discussions pertaining to published literature. The primary conclusions obtained during the work should be presented as a separate section named "Conclusions".

If there are multiple appendices, label them as A, B, etc. Assign individual numbering to the equations and expressions. In subsequent appendices, maintain the numbering sequence, for example, Eq. (B.1). The same format is applicable to tables and figures: Table A.1, Fig. A.1, and so forth.

2.3.  Tables

Number tables sequentially using Roman numerals based on their order in the text, and position any accompanying notes beneath the table body. Exercise caution when incorporating tables, ensuring that the information they convey does not replicate findings detailed elsewhere in the article. Avoid the use of tables with only one or two columns, as well as columns featuring just one or two entries.

Provide every table with a descriptive caption below the table body elucidating its contents, and incorporate symbol definitions within these captions. Keep column headings concise, including units in the headings. The tabular content can be incorporated into the text directly without a number or caption if it is simple and brief. To distinguish column heads from table items, use a single horizontal rule.

Incorporate horizontal spacing within the table body to distinguish extensive groups of entries. Introduce additional vertical space between columns for clarity. Implement lower-case Roman letters for footnotes positioned at the bottom of the table. If the layout allows, insert extensive data tables directly into the manuscript. When referencing tables in the text, use the term "Table" without any abbreviation.

2.4.  Figures

Sequentially assign numbers to figures based on their order of reference in the text. Ensure that all figures and schemes are explicitly referenced in the text in numerical order. Provide each figure with an inline caption below the figure that succinctly outlines its content. Figure symbols and curves should be explained using a legend contained in the figure or by providing an explanation in the caption that goes with it. Subfigures should be labeled as (a), (b), etc., and each panel should include a caption that describes it. Format figures to guarantee readability, adhering to the following recommendations for clarity and coherence:

  • Ensure that the smallest capital letters and numerals have a height of at least 2 mm.
  • Maintain a data point diameter of at least 1 mm.
  • Set the linewidth of curves to a minimum of 0.18 mm (0.5 point).
  • When drawing figures, avoid utilizing crosshatching, shading, and small open symbols.

Plot the quantities on the figure axes and place the units in parenthesis after the quantity. Make sure the text and figures have a consistent style. The scientific results should be accurately represented by figures. If a picture is altered, the change should be noted in the figure caption. When a figure is cited in a manuscript, the term "Fig" must be used throughout.

3.     Referencing style

Make sure that Reference List has all of the references which are referred to in main text. It is advisable to refrain from including references in the abstract; if deemed necessary, provide them in full. Avoid including private correspondence and unpublished results in the reference list; instead, make references to them inside the text. If inclusion in the reference list is unavoidable, adhere to the standard reference style, substituting the publication date with either 'Unpublished results' or 'Personal communication.' When citing a source as "in press," make sure to indicate that the content has been approved for publication. Consistency in referencing practices contributes to the clarity and integrity of the scholarly work.

Choose a referencing style that incorporates necessary fields like the author names, title of the book or journal, chapter or article title, the volume number (for book chapters), the article number (or pagination) and publication year. To minimize typing errors and prevent duplicate references, consider employing bibliography software programs such as Mendeley, EndNote, Reference Manager, or Zotero. Utilizing the digital object identifier (DOI), when available, is strongly recommended for each reference. The preferred reference style for this manuscript is the APA 7th edition, which is widely adopted in science and engineering journals. This choice ensures consistency and conformity with established standards in the field.

4.    Examples of reference style:

4.1.  Journal Article

Edwards, B. B., Steacy, L. N., Siegalman, M., Rigaboin, V. N., Kaerns, D. M., Ruackl, J. F., and Campton, D. K. (2022). Investigating the distinctive connection between set for variability and the progression of word reading: Analysis of predictors at the word and child levels in performance. Journal of Educational Psychology, 124(6), 1132–1267.

4.2.  Authored Book

Keufman, K. A., Glas, C. A., and Pinaeu, T. R. (2019). Enhancing sport performance through mindfulness: Mental toughness training for coaches and athletes. The American Psychological Association.

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4.3.  Conference Session

Davidson, R. J. (2020, June 6–10). Cultivating Well-being: A Skillful Approach [Conference session]. APA 2020 Convention, Washington, kL, United States.

4.4.  Report

Reporting Agency. (Year). Title of the Report (Report Number. 123456). 

URL: https://abc.xyz

4.5.   Website

Johmson, A. (2019, May 25). "There's an Alternative": Exploring the Potential of Specialized Early Intervention in Psychosis Services. IEPA. https://iape.org.av/network-news/theres-an-alternative-exploring-the-potential-of-specialized-early-intervention-in-psychosis-services/

 

Johnson, A. (2018, May 24). “It doesn’t need to be this way”: The promise of specialised early intervention in psychosis services.https://iepa.org.au/network-news/it-doesnt-need-to-be-this-way-the-promise-of-specialised-early-intervention-in-psychosis-services/

Paper Template

Paper Type (Article, Review, Case Report, Short Communication, Editorial, etc.)

Title of the Manuscript Should be Entered Here with Conventional Each Word Capitalization Rule

First Author 1, Second Author 2, Third Author 3, and Fourth Author 2,*

1   Department Name, University Name, City Name with Code, Country

2   Department Name, University Name, City Name with Code, Country

3   Department Name, University Name, City Name with Code, Country

*  Correspondence: Author Name (Author's email address) 

Abstract: Abstract should give readers a brief summary of the article. It should concisely describe the contents of the article, and include key terms. It should be informative, accessible and not only indicate the general scope of the article but also state the main results obtained and conclusions drawn. The abstract needs to be self-contained and free of undefined abbreviations, references, footnotes, acronyms, table or figure numbers. Make sure your abstract reads clearly and adheres to proper grammar. It should be a little version of the whole piece. The abstract should be 150–250 words long.

 

Keywords: term1, term2, term3

 

 

  1. Introduction

State the objectives of the work and provide an adequate background, avoiding a detailed literature survey or a summary of the results. An introduction should provide a concise overview of the selected topic's context. It must establish the significance of the investigation. Relevance and applicability of the findings. It must plainly state the study's purpose. The background and motivation of the research should clearly be stated, i.e., why you are performing this research.

A literature review is an evaluative report of the information found in the relevant academic literature about your chosen field of study. The review should describe, summarize, evaluate, and clarify this literature. To effectively plan additional research, conducting a thorough review of the relevant literature demonstrating previous work in the proposed research area is essential. Afterwards, state your contribution in a precise way, highlighting in which way your work is different from the stated literature.

You may also present the section-wise paper’s organization in the last paragraph of this section.

  1. Materials and Methods

Provide sufficient details to allow the work to be reproduced by an independent researcher. Methods that are already published should be summarized, and indicated by a reference. If quoting directly from a previously published method, use quotation marks and also cite the source. Any modifications to existing methods should also be described.

Both the materials and the methods should be disclosed in sufficient detail to allow others to replicate and expand upon the results that have been published. At the submission stage, you are required to declare any restrictions that may apply to the availability of materials or information. When describing new methods and protocols, it is important to be as thorough as possible, whereas well-known methods only need to be summarized and appropriately referenced.

  • Equations

Equations can be inserted inclusively by using MS Word’s built-in “Equation Editor” tool or exclusively by MathType. Equations should be numbered consecutively, with the parenthesis surrounding the number with the right margin, as in (1). Ensure the symbols in your equation have been defined before or right after the equation occurs.

 

(1)

Refer to "(1)," not "Eq. (1)" or "equation (1)," except at the beginning of a sentence: "Equation (1) is ....".

  • Tables

Ensure that tables are consecutively numbered (with roman numerals) in the order in which they appear in text and place any table notes below the table body. Tables should be positioned in the main text close to their first citation.

Table 1. The caption of a table in sentence case and left aligned with a full stop at the end.

Col1 Head

Col2 Head

Col3 Head

Col4 Head

Abc

0.00a

0.00

0.00

Abcdef

0.00

0.00b

0.00

a Foot note 1

b Foot note 2

Keep column headings simple and include units in these headings. Very simple and brief tabular material may appear in the text without a number or caption. When tables are cited in the text, the word “Table” should be used without abbreviation. All the Tables should be cited in the main text as Table 1, etc.

  • Figures

Number figures in the order in which they are referred to in the text. Figures should be positioned in the main text close to their first citation. Define figure symbols and curves either in a legend in the figure itself or in the caption. Label subfigures (a), (b), etc., and include a description of each panel given in the caption.

Figure 1. The caption of a figure in sentence case and left aligned with a full stop at the end.

Keep the style of figures and text consistent. Figures should accurately present the scientific results. If adjustments to images, such as changing its brightness, are made, state the adjustment in the figure caption. The word "Fig." should be used in all parts of the manuscript when figures are cited. All figures should be cited in the main text as Fig. 1, etc.

Figures and tables should be inserted after they have been cited in the text. Color Table and Figure number blue when cited in the body text to enhance visibility and readability.

  1. Results and Discussion

In this section, you should provide a clear explanation of the simulation and experimental results, as well as an interpretation of those data and any implications that can be taken from the simulation and experiment.

In the discussion you should explore the significance of the results of the work, including how those findings can be interpreted in light of past research and the working hypotheses. It is important to describe both the findings and the consequences of those findings in the broadest possible context. It's also possible to indicate potential future study directions. Avoid extensive citations and discussion of published literature.

  1. Conclusion

The main conclusions of the study should be presented here. Do not just restate the abstract as the paper's conclusion, despite the fact that a conclusion may summarize the paper's primary arguments. Conclude the study's findings precisely and thoroughly by concentrating on the most important outcomes.

Funding: This research received no external funding" or "This research was funded by Funder Name, grant number XYZ".

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declare no conflict of interest.

References

All references must be listed separately at the end of the document and numbered in the order that they appear in the text. To prevent typing errors and duplicate references, we advise creating the references using a bibliography software program like Mendeley, EndNote, Reference Manager, or Zotero. Where available, give each reference's digital object identifier (DOI). It is preferred that IEEE style should be used which is the numbered reference style widely implemented in science and engineering journals. The template will number citations consecutively within brackets [1].

Unless there are six authors or more, give all authors' names; do not use "et al.". Papers that have not been published, even if they have been submitted for publication, should be cited as "unpublished" [4]. Papers that have been accepted for publication should be cited as "in press" [5]. Capitalize only the first word in a paper title, except for proper nouns and element symbols.

Some examples of the reference styles are listed below.

  • Edwards, A. A., Steacy, L. M., Siegelman, N., Rigobon, V. M., Kearns, D. M., Rueckl, J. G., & Compton, D. L. (2022). Unpacking the unique relationship between set for variability and word reading development: Examining word- and child-level predictors of performance. Journal of Educational Psychology, 114(6), 1242–1256.
  • Kaufman, K. A., Glass, C. R., & Pineau, T. R. (2018). Mindful sport performance enhancement: Mental training for athletes and coaches. American Psychological Association.
  • Davidson, R. J. (2019, August 8–11). Well-being is a skill [Conference session]. APA 2019 Convention, Chicago, IL, United States.
  • Australian Bureau of Statistics. (2017). Childhood education and care(No. 4402.0).

https://www.abs.gov.au/AUSSTATS/abs@.nsf/Lookup/4402.0Main+Features1June%202017?OpenDocument

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