Author Guidelines

SJESE - STEAM Journal for Elementary School Education welcomes original research articles, reviews, and conceptual papers related to STEAM education at the elementary level. Below are the guidelines for authors submitting manuscripts to the journal. Adherence to these instructions is mandatory to ensure a smooth review and publication process.

1. Submission Process

  • Manuscripts must be submitted electronically via the journal’s online submission system at https://journal.unesa.ac.id/index.php/sjese.
  • Authors are required to register an account and follow the step-by-step submission process.
  • Ensure all required fields (e.g., author details, abstract, keywords) are completed during submission.

2. Manuscript Preparation

  • Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English.
  • File Format: Submit in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Length: Articles should be between 4,000 and 8,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.
  • Structure:
    • Title: Clear and descriptive, maximum 15 words.
    • Abstract: 150–250 words summarizing the purpose, methods, results, and conclusions.
    • Keywords: 3–5 relevant keywords.
    • Introduction: Background, objectives, and research significance.
    • Methods: Detailed methodology, including participant details and data collection.
    • Results and Discussion: Findings and their implications for STEAM education.
    • Conclusion: Summary and future research suggestions.
    • References: Follow APA 7th edition style.

3. Formatting Guidelines

  • Font and Size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced.
  • Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides.
  • Headings: Use numbered headings (e.g., 1, 1.1, 1.2) for clarity.
  • Tables and Figures: Include in the text where referenced, with captions above tables and below figures. Ensure high-resolution images (300 DPI).
  • Citations: Use in-text citations (Author, Year) and a reference list in APA 7th edition format.

4. Ethical Considerations

  • Manuscripts must be original and not published or submitted elsewhere.
  • Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Use plagiarism detection tools (e.g., Turnitin) before submission.
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest and obtain consent for studies involving human subjects.

5. Review and Publication Process

  • Submissions undergo a double-blind peer review by at least two experts in the field.
  • Authors will receive feedback within 6–8 weeks. Revisions must be submitted within 4 weeks of receiving comments.
  • Accepted manuscripts will be published online after final approval and payment of applicable fees (see Author Fees).

6. Additional Notes

  • Supplementary materials (e.g., datasets, videos) can be submitted for online publication.
  • Authors retain copyright under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license but grant the journal publication rights.
  • For queries, contact the editorial office at sjese@unesa.ac.id.