| S/N | Content / Section | Importance & Possible Words / Variations |
| 1 | Title of the Paper | Should be concise, clear, and descriptive of the study. Avoid ambiguity and unnecessary words. (10–20 words) |
| 2 | Author(s) Name(s) and Affiliation(s) | Lists all contributing authors with institutional addresses and emails. Indicates who did the work and ensures accountability. (Full name, Department, Institution, Email) |
| 3 | Abstract | Summarizes the purpose, methods, findings, and conclusion of the study. Helps readers quickly grasp the essence of the paper. (150–250 words) |
| 4 | Keywords | 4–6 key terms identifying the subject area and aiding search engine visibility. (e.g., Education, Innovation, Management) |
| 5 | Introduction | Explains the background, problem statement, and objectives. Sets the context for the study. (400–600 words) |
| 6 | Literature Review | Summarizes previous related studies, showing knowledge of the field and identifying research gaps. (800–1,200 words) |
| 7 | Theoretical / Conceptual Framework | Presents theories or concepts underpinning the research. Demonstrates scholarly grounding. (Optional, 300–600 words) |
| 8 | Methodology | Details research design, sample, instruments, and data analysis procedures to ensure reproducibility. (500–800 words) |
| 9 | Results / Findings | Presents analyzed data using tables, charts, or figures with interpretations. (600–1,000 words) |
| 10 | Discussion | Explains the meaning of the results, comparing them with previous research or theoretical expectations. (500–800 words) |
| 11 | Conclusion | Summarizes key findings, draws inferences, and highlights implications of the study. (200–400 words) |
| 12 | Recommendations | Suggests practical steps, policy implications, or areas for further research. (150–300 words) |
| 13 | Acknowledgements | Recognizes individuals or organizations that supported the study. (Optional, 50–100 words) |
| 14 | References / Bibliography | Lists all sources cited, formatted according to APA (7th Edition) or journal style. (At least 10–20 recent references) |
| 15 | Appendices (if applicable) | Contains supplementary materials like questionnaires, data tables, or calculations. (Optional) |
| 16 | Author’s Declaration | Confirms originality and absence of plagiarism or multiple submission. (Standard statement included by the journal) |
🟩 Additional Notes for Authors
- All manuscripts should be typed in Microsoft Word (.docx), using Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing.
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides.
- Paper length: Typically between 4,000–6,000 words, excluding references and appendices.
- Language: Clear, formal English, free from grammatical errors.
- Plagiarism: Must not exceed 15% similarity index after software check.
