Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to submit original, high-quality manuscripts that align with the focus and scope of the International Journal of Education and Learning (IJEL). The following guidelines must be followed carefully before submission.

1. Types of Manuscripts Accepted

IJEL accepts the following types of scholarly work:

  • Original Research Articles

  • Theoretical and Conceptual Papers

  • Case Studies

  • Systematic Literature Reviews

  • Book Reviews (by editorial invitation only)

2. General Formatting

  • Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear and grammatically correct English.

  • Length: Articles should be between 4,000–8,000 words, including references, tables, and appendices.

  • Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, size 12 pt, 1.5 spacing, and A4 paper size with 2.5 cm margins.

  • File Format: Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.

3. Manuscript Structure

A standard research article should follow the structure below:

  1. Title (Concise, informative, max 16 words)

  2. Author(s) Name and Affiliation

  3. Abstract (150–250 words, followed by 3–5 keywords)

  4. Introduction

  5. Research Methodology

  6. Findings and Discussion

  7. Conclusion and Recommendations

  8. References

Other article types (e.g., theoretical papers) may follow a different logical structure, but clarity and academic rigor are essential.

4. Citations and References

  • Use APA (7th Edition) style for all in-text citations and reference lists.

  • Ensure that all references cited in the text are listed in the references section and vice versa.

  • DOI numbers should be included where available.

5. Submission Process

Manuscripts should be submitted electronically via the journal’s submission system.

Upon submission, authors must confirm that:

  • The manuscript is original and has not been published or submitted elsewhere.

  • All authors have approved the final version.

  • There is no conflict of interest.

6. Peer Review

All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, and decisions are made based on academic merit, originality, and relevance.