Author Guidelines

Important: Please prepare your manuscript using the journal template to ensure consistency with the latest published articles.

1. General Manuscript Format

  • Paper size: A4
  • Layout: Single column
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font size: 12 pt (main text)
  • Spacing: 1.15
  • Margins: 2 cm
The manuscript should not exceed 6,000 words (including references). Tables and figures must be used selectively and only when they contribute analytically.

2. Manuscript Components

  1. Title
  2. Author(s) Information
  3. ABSTRACT (English)
  4. Keywords
  5. Abstrak (Bahasa Indonesia)
  6. Kata Kunci
  7. Main Text
  8. REFERENCES

3. Title

  • Clear, concise, and informative
  • Reflects the core focus of the study
  • Avoid abbreviations, symbols, and formulas

4. Author Information

Provide complete author details:
  • Full name(s) (without academic titles)
  • Institutional affiliation(s)
  • Institutional address
  • Email address (mandatory)
Telephone and facsimile numbers are not required.

5. Abstract and Keywords

Each manuscript must include:
  • English Abstract
  • Bahasa Indonesia Abstrak
Abstract requirements:
  • Single paragraph
  • 150–200 words
  • Must clearly state: objective, method/design, key findings, and main conclusion
  • No citations in the abstract
Provide 3–5 keywords in each language:
  • Keywords (English)
  • Kata Kunci (Bahasa Indonesia)

6. Main Text Structure

Use clear section headings consistent with the journal style:
A. INTRODUCTION
Present background, research rationale/gap, relevant literature support, and clear objectives. Avoid excessive theoretical exposition.
B. METHODS
Clearly describe research design, participants/data sources, data collection procedures, data analysis techniques, and ethical considerations (if applicable). Include methodological references when needed.
C. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Authors may choose either format:
  • Combined: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION (integrated)
  • Separated: RESULTS / DISCUSSION
Results should present findings clearly. Discussion must interpret the findings analytically, avoid repetition, and emphasize implications.
D. CONCLUSION
Summarize key findings and directly address objectives. Do not introduce new arguments.

7. Tables and Figures

  • Number tables and figures sequentially
  • Provide clear captions
  • Refer to each table/figure in the text
  • Do not duplicate explanations already described in the text

8. Mathematical Expressions

  • Use standard equation formatting
  • Italicize variables

9. References

Use Mendeley (Mandatory) with APA 7th Style 
  • List references alphabetically
  • Ensure consistent formatting across entries
  • Include DOI/URL where available
  • Prioritize recent scholarly sources
  • Avoid unpublished materials
Recommended: 15–25 references, with ≥ 80% from scholarly journals.

10. Editorial Screening & Review

All manuscripts undergo initial editorial screening. A manuscript may be desk-rejected if:
  • The topic falls outside the journal scope
  • The academic contribution is insufficient
  • The manuscript does not follow formatting guidelines
  • The language quality is inadequate
  • Ethical concerns are identified
Eligible manuscripts proceed to double-blind peer review.

11. Revision Policy

Authors must submit revisions within the deadline specified by the editors. Failure to respond may result in manuscript withdrawal.

12. Publication Decision

Editorial decisions (acceptance/revision/rejection) are normally communicated within 2–6 weeks after submission.