INSTRUCTIONS FOR MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION
The Journal publishes research articles, research notes, and policy papers. Special issues dealing with a specific theme or based on selected conference presentations can also be published at the discretion of the editor-in-chief.
Research articles provide complete description of an original study and offer advances to the current knowledge on development studies and governance. JPAD requires 6,000 – 10,000 words for this type of article and a specific format comprised of:
- I. Title of Article
- II. Name and Affiliation of Author(s)
- III. Abstract and Keywords
- IV. Introduction
- V. Methodology
- VI. Results and Discussion
- VII. Conclusion and Recommendations
- VIII. Acknowledgement
- IX. References
- X. Appendices/Endnotes
Meanwhile, research notes highlight commentaries on the application of specific methodology/model, methodological innovations, theoretical insights from the analysis of data, or preliminary empirical findings that merit immediate publication. Research notes are concise, focused articles containing 3,000 – 5,000 words and may not follow the usual format of a research article but it must contain the title, author’s or authors’ information, and abstract and keywords.
Lastly, JPAD welcomes papers that analyze policy issues related to development and governance. Policy papers published in this Journal should be based on a policy-oriented research carried out by academics and professionals of relevant fields. For the JPAD, policy papers are limited to 5,000 – 10,000 words and are written following the format below:
- I. Title of Article
- II. Name and Affiliation of Author(s)
- III. Abstract and Keywords
- IV. Background of the Problem/Policy Issues
- V. Objectives of the Paper
- VI. Analysis of Policy Process and Outcomes
- VII. Policy Recommendations
- VIII. Acknowledgement
- IX. References
- X. Appendices/Endnotes
- Limit the title to 15 words.
- It should be clear, descriptive, and with no abbreviations.
- Indicate authors’ name and contact information such as designation, name and address of institutional affiliation, email address, and phone number.
- If there are multiple authors, indicate who the corresponding author is.
Abstract and Keywords
- The abstract should be 250 words or less.
- There should be 3-6 keywords arranged alphabetically.
Spacing and Font
- Use 1.5 space and 12 point, Times New Roman font type.
Tables
- Include tables in the main article. However, those that use more than one page should be placed in the Appendices. Large tables should be avoided.
- Layout tables in vertical (portrait) position.
- Number tables in Arabic numerals (e.g., 1, 2, and so on).
- Indicate references to all tables in the main article.
Figures
- Include figures in the main article.
- Provide sufficient details of legends used in the figures.
- Provide figures with high quality resolution.
- If possible, avoid If possible, avoid colored figures and graphs.figures and graphs.
Explanatory Notes
- Use Arabic numerals typed in superscript in the main text.
- Use explanatory notes sparingly.
References
- Use the APA style 7th edition in text citation and references.
Format
- Submit your article in .docx or .rtf format as long as it is editable.