Author Guidelines
Preparing Your Manuscript
- Manuscript Language
Manuscripts should be written primarily in English. However, submissions in Arabic and French may be considered under special circumstances, subject to editorial approval. All manuscripts should maintain a high standard of language, and authors are encouraged to seek professional proofreading services if necessary.
- Manuscript Length
We offer flexibility in manuscript formatting, imposing no strict structure or limitations on length, tables, or figures. This allows you to present your research in the most effective manner without unnecessary constraints. However, we strongly recommend that articles should be written concisely.
- Article Template
While we offer Flexible Formatting, authors may also use the journal's official article template, which outlines the guidelines for preparing your paper, covering layout and structure; abstract highlights and keywords; accepted format for tables, figures, and data sources; and reference style. The template can be downloaded here.
Manuscript Format
All manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). Other file formats will not be accepted.
Manuscript Organization/Structure
There is a generally accepted and widely followed structure for a standard research article in academic journals. While variations can occur based on the type of article (e.g., original research, book review, review article, discussion note, case study) and the specific guidelines of a particular journal, the following structure is commonly used:
- Title Page – Includes the manuscript title, author(s) names, affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.
- Abstract – A concise summary (150-350 words) outlining the research background, objectives, methods, results, conclusions and recommendations.
- Keywords – 5 to 10 relevant keywords for indexing purposes.
- Introduction – Provides background information, research objectives, and significance.
- Literature Review – A critical analysis of relevant existing research that establishes the foundation for the study.
- Methodology – Details the research design, materials, and methods used.
- Results – Presents findings with appropriate tables, figures, and statistical analyses.
- Discussion – Interprets the results, comparing them with existing literature.
- Conclusion – Summarizes key findings and suggests future research directions.
- Statements and Declarations – Includes funding sources, conflicts of interest, author contributions, acknowledgments, and any other relevant declarations.
- References – Lists all cited works in accordance with the journal’s citation style (i.e., APA).
Contribution Types
The journal accepts various types of contributions, including:
- Original Research Articles – In-depth research studies with new findings.
- Review Articles – Comprehensive surveys of existing literature on a topic.
- Short Communications – Brief reports on preliminary or significant findings.
- Case Studies – Analysis of specific cases relevant to the journal’s scope.
- Book Reviews – Critical assessments of recent academic publications.
- Editorials – Opinion pieces from experts in the field.
Copyright and Permissions
Authors retain copyright but grant the journal a license to publish and distribute the work. Authors must obtain necessary permissions for copyrighted materials (e.g., images, tables) and ensure proper citation. By submitting, authors confirm that their manuscript is original and has not been published or submitted elsewhere.
Ethics and Consent
Authors must adhere to ethical research practices, including:
- Plagiarism prevention (submissions will be checked for plagiarism).
- Proper citation of sources.
- Compliance with institutional and international ethical standards.
- For studies involving human participants, a statement of informed consent and approval from an ethics review board must be included.
Start a New Submission
- Online Submission: Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts via the journal’s online submission system, start by clicking here.
- Email Submission: Alternatively, manuscripts can be submitted via email to editorial@taapublications.com with the subject line: “Manuscript Submission – [Journal Title]”.
Need Help?
For further inquiries, please contact the Editorial Office [editorial@taapublications.com]