Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

1. Submission Process

  • Manuscript Submission: Authors should submit their manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system. Ensure that all files are correctly formatted and all necessary information is included.

2. Manuscript Format

  • Document Type: Manuscripts should be prepared in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
  • Page Layout: Use A4 paper size, with margins of 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
  • Font: The main text should be in Times New Roman, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
  • Sections: Organize the manuscript into clear sections, including:
    • Title
    • Abstract (150-250 words)
    • Keywords (3-5)
    • Introduction
    • Methodology
    • Results and Discussion
    • Conclusion
    • References

3. Title and Abstract

  • Title: Should be concise, descriptive, and reflective of the main findings or contributions.
  • Abstract: Provide a brief summary of the research objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.

4. References

  • Citation Style: Use the APA (American Psychological Association) format for citations and references.
  • Reference List: Ensure that all citations in the text correspond to entries in the reference list and are listed alphabetically.

5. Figures and Tables

  • Placement: Place figures and tables at the end of the manuscript after the references or embed them within the text.
  • Quality: Ensure all figures and tables are of high resolution (300 DPI) and clearly labeled with titles and legends.

6. Ethical Considerations

  • Originality: Authors must ensure that their work is original and has not been published elsewhere. Plagiarism will not be tolerated.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the research.

7. Review Process

  • Peer Review: All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors should not include any identifying information in their manuscripts.

8. Publication Fees

  • Fees: Authors may be required to pay a publication fee upon acceptance of their manuscript. Details of the fees will be provided upon acceptance.

9. Correspondence

  • Contact Information: Include the corresponding author’s name, email address, and affiliation for all communications regarding the manuscript.

10. Revisions

  • Resubmissions: If revisions are required, authors must submit a revised manuscript along with a detailed response to reviewers’ comments.

11. Final Submission

  • Acceptance: Once the manuscript is accepted, authors will receive instructions for final formatting and publication.

Conclusion

Following these guidelines will facilitate a smoother submission process and increase the likelihood of acceptance for publication in IJMTER. Authors are encouraged to consult the journal’s official website for any specific updates or changes to these guidelines.