Author Guidelines

Thank you for considering Digdaya Journal as a platform for sharing your research and insights in the field of education. To ensure the quality and consistency of published articles, we have outlined the following guidelines for authors:

Scope:

Digdaya Journal welcomes original research articles, policy papers, policy briefs, and book reviews related to various aspects of education, including but not limited to:

Innovative teaching methods
Educational technology
Policy analysis
Curriculum development
Inclusive education
Teacher education

Manuscript Preparation

Authors are kindly requested to adhere to the following guidelines when preparing their submissions for Digdaya Journal:

Language and Style:

All submissions must be written in English and formatted according to the guidelines provided by the American Psychological Association (APA) style manual. This ensures consistency and clarity in presentation.

Structure of Research Articles:

Research articles should be well-organized and include the following sections:

Introduction: Present the background and rationale for the study.
Methods: Describe the research methodology, including participants, procedures, and data analysis.
Results: Present the findings of the study in a clear and concise manner.
Discussion: Interpret the results, discuss their implications, and relate them to existing literature.
Conclusion: Summarize the main findings of the study and suggest directions for future research.

Structure of Policy Papers and Policy Briefs:

Policy papers and policy briefs should offer in-depth analyses and recommendations concerning educational policies. Authors are encouraged to provide comprehensive assessments of policy issues, supported by relevant data and evidence-based recommendations for improvement.

Structure of Book Reviews:

Book reviews should provide critical evaluations of recent publications in the field of education. Authors should analyze the content, methodology, and contributions of the book, as well as its relevance to current debates and trends in education.

Submission Process:

Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts to Digdaya Journal through our user-friendly online submission system. Prior to submission, authors are kindly requested to register on the platform, providing essential information such as their name, affiliation, and contact details. This registration process helps streamline communication and ensures efficient handling of submissions.

Upon successful registration, authors can proceed to submit their manuscripts through the online system. All submissions undergo a rigorous peer review process conducted by experts in the field to ensure the quality, originality, and relevance of the content. This peer review process is instrumental in maintaining the scholarly integrity of the journal and upholding high academic standards.

Authors can track the progress of their submissions through the online system and will receive timely notifications regarding the status of their manuscripts. We encourage authors to adhere to the submission guidelines and provide all necessary information to facilitate the review process.

By following these steps, authors can contribute to the scholarly discourse in the field of education and engage with the academic community through Digdaya Journal.

Originality and Plagiarism:

Authors are required to ensure that their submissions to Digdaya Journal are original and have not been previously published elsewhere. Plagiarism in any form is strictly prohibited and will lead to immediate rejection of the manuscript. To maintain academic integrity, Digdaya Journal employs a plagiarism detection system to check for any instances of plagiarism in submitted manuscripts. Authors should strive to keep the similarity index below 20%, as determined by the plagiarism detection software. Any detected cases of plagiarism will be thoroughly investigated by the editorial team, and appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with the journal's policies. Ensuring the originality of submissions is crucial in upholding the scholarly standards of Digdaya Journal and promoting ethical conduct in academic research and publishing.

Ethical Considerations:

Authors submitting manuscripts to Digdaya Journal are expected to uphold ethical standards in all aspects of their research and publication. This includes but is not limited to, ensuring the integrity of their research methods, accurately reporting their findings, and acknowledging the contributions of others appropriately. Authors should adhere to guidelines for ethical conduct set forth by relevant professional organizations and institutions.

Furthermore, authors are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence their research or the interpretation of their findings. Conflicts of interest may arise from financial relationships, personal affiliations, or other circumstances that could bias the research process or its outcomes. Full disclosure of conflicts of interest helps to maintain transparency and trust in the scholarly publishing process.

By adhering to these ethical considerations, authors contribute to the integrity and credibility of the research published in Digdaya Journal, fostering a culture of honesty, transparency, and accountability in academic scholarship.

Copyright and Licensing:

Authors maintain the copyright of their work while granting Digdaya Journal permission to publish their article under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License. This allows for the free distribution, adaptation, and sharing of the article, provided proper attribution is given, it is not used for commercial purposes, and any derivative works are shared under the same license. This licensing arrangement promotes open access to scholarly content and encourages the legitimate use and dissemination of research findings.