Author's Guidelines
Submission Guidelines:
1. Manuscript Preparation: Manuscripts should be prepared according to the journal’s formatting guidelines. The manuscript should be written in Times New Roman font (size 12). The manuscript file should be provided in Microsoft Word format only.
2. Title Page: The first page of the manuscript should include the title of the article, the author's name, affiliation, and email address. If there are multiple authors, indicate the corresponding author.
3. Abstract: The abstract should be a concise summary of the main findings or arguments of the article. It should not exceed 350 words.
4. Keywords: Include a list of 3-6 keywords that represent the main concepts or themes of the article.
5. Introduction: Provide a clear and concise introduction that presents the background and context of the study. State the research question or aim of the study.
6. Literature Review: Provide a thorough and critical review of relevant literature in the field. Identify the gap in the existing literature that the study aims to address.
7. Methodology: Describe the research design, methods, and data collection procedures. Provide enough detail for readers to understand how the study was conducted.
8. Results: Present the findings of the study in a clear and organized manner. Use tables, figures, and charts to visually represent the data, if necessary.
9. Discussion: Interpret and analyze the findings in relation to the research question or aim of the study. Discuss the implications of the findings and their relevance to the field.
10. Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and conclusions of the study. Discuss the limitations of the study and suggest directions for future research.
11. References: List all the references cited in the manuscript in alphabetical order. Use APA style for in-text citations and the reference list. N/B Ensure that all cited works are included in the references section and vice versa.
12. Manuscript Length: The journal does not have a strict word limit for manuscripts, but authors are encouraged to keep their manuscripts concise and focused.
13. Submission: Manuscripts should be submitted online through the Journal website or via email to the editor-in-chief (editor@bluemarkpublishers.com).
Additional Information
Peer Review: All manuscripts submitted undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors can expect to receive feedback and suggestions from the reviewers within a reasonable time frame.
Publication Ethics: The journal follows strict ethical guidelines and expects authors to adhere to them. Plagiarism, fabrication of results, and any form of misconduct are strictly prohibited. Authors should ensure that their work is original and properly credited.
Open Access: This is an open-access journal, meaning that all articles are freely available to readers. There are no article processing fees or subscription charges to readers.