Manuscript Preparation

Crafting Your Submission for Success:

Welcome, authors! This page provides detailed instructions to guide you through the manuscript preparation process for Dan-ag, the official peer-reviewed journal of the Xavier University School of Education. By following these guidelines, you ensure your manuscript meets our editorial standards and formatting requirements, increasing its chances of acceptance for publication.

General Formatting:

• File Format: Submit your manuscript in Microsoft Word (.docx) or Rich Text Format (.rtf) for optimal compatibility.

• Font and Line Spacing: Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial) with a size of 12 points and double line spacing throughout.

• Margins: Maintain standard margins of 1 inch on all sides.

• Page Numbers: Include continuous page numbering starting from the Introduction section.

• Length: Aim for a manuscript length between [mention preferred word count range, e.g., 5,000-8,000 words], excluding references and tables/figures.

Manuscript Structure:

Organize your manuscript according to the following format:

1. Title Page:

   • Include the article title, authors' names and affiliations (institutional and departmental affiliations), and corresponding author's contact details (email address).

   • For Double-Blind Review: Remove any identifying information from the title page, abstract, and main text to ensure anonymity.

2. Abstract:

   • Provide a concise (150-200 words) summary of your research question, methodology, key findings, and conclusions.

3. Keywords:

   • Include 3-5 relevant keywords that accurately reflect your research topic.

4. Introduction:

   • Briefly introduce the context of your research, highlight the research gap, and clearly state your research question(s) or hypothesis.

5. Literature Review:

   • Critically analyze relevant existing literature to situate your research within the broader field.

6. Methodology:

   • Describe your research design, data collection methods, and data analysis procedures in detail.

7. Results:

   • Present your findings clearly and concisely using well-organized text, tables, and figures.

8. Discussion:

   • Interpret your findings in light of the literature review, address their significance and implications, and acknowledge limitations.

9. Conclusion:

   • Briefly summarize your key findings and their broader contribution to the field of education.

10. References:

    • Follow a consistent and recognized referencing style (e.g., APA, MLA). Ensure all references cited in the text are included in the reference list, and vice versa.

11. Tables and Figures:

    • Include tables and figures within the main text, with clear captions and explanations. Ensure they are numbered consecutively and referred to within the text.

Additional Considerations:

• Ethical Considerations: Ensure your research adheres to ethical research practices, including proper informed consent procedures, data protection, and responsible authorship conduct. Please familiarize yourself with Dan-ag's ethical guidelines available on our website.

• Copyright Permissions: Obtain necessary permissions to reuse copyrighted material (e.g., figures, tables) from previously published works in your Dan-ag article.

• Supplementary Materials (Optional): You may submit additional materials (e.g., appendices, data sets) to support your research findings. Please clearly reference these materials within the manuscript and follow specific instructions for their submission.

For further guidance, consider consulting the following resources:

• Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA): https://apastyle.apa.org/

• Modern Language Association (MLA) Handbook: https://www.mla.org/MLA-Style

We encourage you to carefully review these instructions and format your manuscript accordingly. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

By following these guidelines, you contribute to a smooth review process and a successful publication journey with Dan-ag!