Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines – Journal of Islamic Elementary Education

1. Scope of the Journal

The Journal of Islamic Elementary Education welcomes original scholarly works that explore theories, practices, innovations, and research findings related to Islamic-based elementary education. Submissions may include empirical studies, conceptual papers, classroom-based research, case studies, and literature reviews.

2. Submission Requirements

  • Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under review by any other journal.

  • All submissions should be written in clear and fluent English.

  • Authors are responsible for ensuring accuracy in grammar, structure, and academic integrity.

3. Manuscript Structure

A complete manuscript should include the following sections:

  1. Title (concise and descriptive)

  2. Author Information (full name, affiliation, email)

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

  4. Introduction

  5. Literature Review

  6. Methodology

  7. Results and Discussion

  8. Conclusion

  9. Acknowledgments (optional)

  10. References

4. Formatting Guidelines

  • File format: Microsoft Word (.docx)

  • Length: 4,000–7,000 words

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

  • Spacing: 1.5 throughout

  • Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides

  • Subheading levels should be clearly defined and consistent

  • Tables and figures must be placed near the relevant text and numbered consecutively

5. Citation and Reference Style

  • The journal follows APA 7th Edition referencing.

  • All sources cited in the manuscript must appear in the reference list.

  • Authors are encouraged to use current and reputable sources, especially within the last ten years.

6. Ethical Considerations

  • Authors must avoid plagiarism, data manipulation, and duplicate publication.

  • Any research involving human participants must include ethical approval or a statement of informed consent.

7. Review Process

  • All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer-review process.

  • The editorial team may request revisions before final acceptance.

  • Final decisions rest with the Editor-in-Chief.

8. Submission Procedure

  • Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal’s online submission system or via the designated editorial email.

  • Authors will receive confirmation of submission and updates on the review process.

9. Publication Fees

  • The journal may apply article processing charges (APC).

  • Details of fees, if applicable, will be provided upon submission.

10. Copyright and Licensing

  • Accepted manuscripts will be published under a Creative Commons license.

  • Authors retain copyright but grant the journal the right to publish and distribute the work.