Guide for Authors
Submission of Manuscript
Manuscripts must be written in English, formatted on A4 paper (210 x 297 mm), double-spaced, with one-inch margins, using Arial, 12-point font. The entire manuscript, including references, tables, figures, and appendices, should not exceed 15 double-spaced pages.
An abstract of not more than 250 words and a maximum of three keywords should be included. Manuscripts should be submitted via the IJAHEE website [https://ijvocter.com/ijahee/about/submissions]. The journal reserves the right to request authors to shorten overly lengthy manuscripts before review. However, manuscripts requiring extended space for data presentation or discussion will be considered on merit. Authors are required to submit the name, institution, area of specialisation and functional email address of three potential reviewers of the paper.
First Page Requirements
- Manuscript title: Capitalise the first letter of each word.
- Do not include authors’ names, affiliations, emails, or phone numbers in the manuscript to facilitate blind peer review.
- All authors’ details (full names, addresses, emails, phone numbers, and ORCID IDs) must be provided in the submission metadata only.
- After acceptance, authors will be required to insert their details in the manuscript as follows:
- Full surname and first name(s) with capitalised first letters
- Institutional address
- Email address, phone number, and ORCID number
Section Headings
- Main headings: Capitalise only the first letter of each word or proper nouns.
- Subheadings: Should be flush-left, with no special formatting beyond capitalisation of the first letter.
Tables
- Number tables sequentially (e.g., Table 1: Title).
- Place the title above the table, capitalising the first letter of each proper noun.
- Avoid using frequencies and percentages as separate columns; percentages should be provided, with the sample size indicated in brackets (e.g., 60% (n=100)).
- Tables should be placed in-text at the appropriate location.
- Use borders for row headings, subheadings, sub-totals, and totals.
Figures
- Number figures sequentially (e.g., Figure 1).
- Place the title below the figure, capitalising the first letter of each noun.
- Figures should be embedded within the text at the appropriate location.
Citations and References
IJAHEE uses the APA 7th edition referencing style. Authors must ensure consistency throughout the manuscript. Refer to the APA website for updates.
Reference Examples
Journal Articles
- One Author:
Qing, S. (2020). Gender role attitudes and male-female income differences in China. Journal of Chinese Sociology, 7(12), 1-23. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40711-020-00123-w - Two Authors:
Kehinde, A. D., & Ogundeji, A. A. (2022). The simultaneous impact of access to credit and cooperative services on cocoa productivity in southwestern Nigeria. Agric & Food Security, 11(11). https://doi.org/10.1186/s40066-021-00351-4 - Multiple Authors (up to 20):
Lamastra, L., Balderacchi, M., Di Guardo, A., Monchiero, M., & Trevisan, M. (2016). A novel fuzzy expert system to assess the sustainability of viticulture at the wine-estate scale. Science of the Total Environment, 572, 724–733. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2016.07.043
Books
- Barkway, D., & O’Kane, D. (2020). Psychology: Introduction for health professionals. Elsevier.
Book Chapters
- Igbokwe, E. M. (2021). Concepts in rural and agricultural sociology. In M. C. Madukwe (Ed.), Agricultural Extension in Nigeria (pp. 23-34). Agricultural Extension Society of Nigeria.
Webpages
- Cuncic, A. (2021). The Mandela effect. Verywellmind. https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-mandela-effect-4589394
Additional Reference Types
- Government/Agency Documents, Conference Papers, Theses and Dissertations, Magazines/Newspapers, Encyclopaedias, and Online Periodicals: follow APA 7th edition guidelines as illustrated in the examples above.
Payment for Publication
- Submission and review: Free of charge.
- Publication fee upon acceptance:
- If any article is accepted for publication, the author(s) will pay a publication fee of ₦20,000 or USD39.
- Payment method and details will be provided upon acceptance.
Publication Fee Waivers
IJAHEE provides partial or full waivers (10-50%) for authors from regions affected by war or disaster or authors with disabilities. A formal request with appropriate justification should be sent to:
Email: ijvocter@gmail.com
Ethical Considerations
Authors are responsible for ensuring that their manuscripts are original and free of plagiarism and that all necessary ethical approvals for studies involving humans or animals have been obtained.
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