Author Guidelines

Progressive: Journal of Advanced Education accepts research articles, conceptual studies, and policy analyses in the field of educations that align with the journal’s focus and scope. Authors are expected to follow the guidelines below before submitting their manuscripts

1.    Types of Manuscripts Accepted

This journal accepts various types of manuscripts, including:

  • Research articles (empirical, quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods).
  • Conceptual and theoretical studies related to education advancements.
  • Education policy analyses based on data and research findings

2.    General Manuscript Requirements

  • The manuscript must be original, unpublished, and not under review in another journal.
  • It must be written in proper English with clear and concise language.
  • The length of the manuscript should be between 5,000–8,000 words, including abstract, tables, figures, and references.
  • The file format must be Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) with A4 page size and 3 cm margins on all sides.
  • Use Tahoma, 11 pt font size, 1.15 spacing.
  • Citations and references must follow the latest edition of APA (American Psychological Association) Style.

3.    Manuscript Structure

Title

  • Must be clear, concise, and reflective of the manuscript’s content (maximum 15 words).

Abstract

  • Written in English, 150–200 words.
  • Includes research objectives, methods, key findings, and implications.
  • Accompanied by 3–5 relevant keywords.

Introduction

  • Explains the research background, significance, and objectives.
  • Includes a literature review and contribution to existing research.

Research Methodology

  • Describes the research approach, data sources, analysis techniques, and instruments used.

Results and Discussion

  • Presents key findings systematically with supporting tables/graphs.
  • Compares findings with previous studies.

Conclusion

  • Summarizes key findings and provides theoretical and practical implications.
  • Suggestions for future research may be included if necessary.

References

  • Must include recent sources (at least 80% from the last 10 years).
  • Follow APA Style and be listed alphabetically.

4.    Tables and Figures

  • All tables and figures must be numbered and titled clearly.
  • Sources must be provided (if adapted from other studies).
  • Must be embedded within the text and referred to in the manuscript.

5.    Review and Publication Process

  • All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process.
  • The review process takes approximately 4–8 weeks, depending on the required revisions.
  • Authors will receive notification regarding the manuscript status (accepted, revised, or rejected).

6.    Publication Ethics

  • Manuscripts must be free from plagiarism (maximum 20% similarity index based on software such as Turnitin).
  • Authors are responsible for the originality of data and content.
  • Any conflicts of interest must be explicitly declared.

7.    Manuscript Submission

  • Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s online submission system (OJS) or via the designated editorial email.
  • All communication regarding acceptance, revision, and publication will be conducted through the journal’s official email.