Article Types and Manuscript Structure

1. Accepted Article Types

The journal accepts:

1. Original Research Articles
2. Review Articles
3. Systematic Reviews
4. Scoping Reviews
5. Bibliometric Studies
6. Policy Analysis Articles
7. Comparative Studies
8. Scholarly Exchange and Commentary

2. Manuscript Structure by Article Type

2.1. Original Research Articles

Original research articles present new, original research findings based on a clearly defined research question, an appropriate methodology, valid data, rigorous analysis, and well-supported conclusions. The content must clearly demonstrate a contribution to social sciences, education, law, public policy, linguistics, psychology, applied humanities, or related interdisciplinary fields.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Literature Review
6. Theoretical Framework, Research Model, or Hypotheses
7. Research Methodology
8. Research Results
9. Discussion
10. Conclusion
11. Theoretical and Practical Implications
12. Limitations and Future Research Directions
13. Statements and Declarations
14. References
15. Appendices or Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 6,000-9,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 20 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.2. Review Articles

Review articles synthesize, evaluate, and interpret previously published academic literature on a given topic, concept, theory, policy issue, or field of research. The article must synthesize, critically analyze, and identify research gaps within the fields of social sciences, education, law, public policy, language, culture, or applied humanities.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Scope and Objectives of the Review
6. Review Approach or Literature Selection
7. Thematic Review
8. Critical Discussion
9. Research Gaps
10. Future Research Directions
11. Conclusion
12. Statements and Declarations
13. References

Recommended length: 7,000-10,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.3. Systematic Reviews

Systematic reviews answer a clearly defined research question through a transparent, reproducible process of searching, screening, selecting, appraising, and synthesizing the literature. The article must present a transparent search strategy, clear inclusion and exclusion criteria, a verifiable screening process, and a rigorous synthesis of evidence.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Research Question(s)
6. Methods
   • Search Strategy
   • Databases
   • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
   • Screening Process
   • Data Extraction
   • Quality Assessment of Studies
7. Results
8. Study Selection Flow Diagram
9. Discussion
10. Research Gaps and Implications
11. Conclusion
12. Statements and Declarations
13. References
14. Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 7,000-10,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.4. Scoping Reviews

Scoping reviews aim to identify the scope, extent of coverage, key concepts, types of evidence, research gaps, and developmental trends within a social or humanities field.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Rationale for the Scoping Review
6. Objectives and Review Questions
7. Methods
   • Search Strategy
   • Databases and Information Sources
   • Selection Criteria
   • Screening Process
   • Data Extraction and Charting
   • Synthesis Approach
8. Results
   • Evidence Mapping
9. Discussion
10. Research Gaps and Future Directions
11. Conclusion
12. Statements and Declarations
13. References
14. Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 7,000-10,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.5. Bibliometric Studies

Bibliometric studies use quantitative methods to analyze publication trends, citation structures, keyword co-occurrence, collaboration networks, knowledge structures, and thematic evolution within a field. The article must go beyond descriptive statistics to clarify knowledge structures, research trends, emerging themes, and research gaps within the social sciences.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Background
6. Data and Methods
   • Database Selection
   • Search Query
   • Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
   • Data Cleaning
   • Bibliometric Analysis Tools
7. Results
   • Publication Trends
   • Citation Analysis
   • Keyword Co-occurrence
   • Co-authorship Network
   • Thematic Mapping
8. Discussion
9. Gaps and Future Research Directions
10. Conclusion
11. Statements and Declarations
12. References
13. Supplementary Materials (if any)

Recommended length: 6,500-9,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 30 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.6. Policy Analysis Articles

Policy analysis articles examine public policy, institutional regulations, governance frameworks, legal instruments, enforcement mechanisms, or policy outcomes.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Policy Context and Policy Problem
6. Literature Review or Analytical Framework
7. Policy Objectives and Instruments
8. Analytical Methods or Approach
9. Analytical Results
10. Discussion
11. Policy Implications and Recommendations
12. Limitations and Future Policy Research Directions
13. Conclusion
14. Statements and Declarations
15. References
16. Appendices or Policy Documents (if any)

Recommended length: 5,500-8,500 words.
Recommended references: at least 20 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.7. Comparative Studies

Comparative studies examine similarities, differences, patterns, mechanisms, or outcomes across two or more cases, countries, regions, organizations, policies, systems, or social groups.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Rationale for the Comparative Study
6. Literature Review
7. Comparative Framework or Criteria
8. Research Methodology
9. Description of Cases or Contexts
10. Comparative Results
11. Discussion
12. Theoretical, Practical, or Policy Implications
13. Limitations and Future Research Directions
14. Conclusion
15. Statements and Declarations
16. References
17. Appendices (if any)

Recommended length: 6,000-9,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 20 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.

2.8. Scholarly Exchange and Commentary

Scholarly exchange and commentary articles present well-grounded academic arguments, critical reflection, conceptual discussion, policy analysis, or scholarly responses to emerging issues. The article must be grounded in academic literature, evidence, and logical argumentation, with an objective tone, rather than being a personal opinion piece or journalistic commentary.

Recommended structure:

1. Title
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Context of the Issue
6. Main Argument
7. Scholarly Discussion
8. Theoretical, Policy, or Practical Implications
9. Conclusion
10. Statements and Declarations
11. References

Recommended length: 5,000-8,000 words.
Recommended references: at least 20 sources.
Recommended tables/figures: no more than 20.