Author Guidelines

Language Horizon: Journal of Language Studies publishes high-quality original research articles that explore a broad range of topics related to language and communication, with a particular focus on linguistics and discourse analysis. We are committed to providing a rigorous and efficient review process for all submissions.

Before you submit your manuscript, please carefully review the following guidelines:

Manuscript Preparation

  • Language: All manuscripts must be submitted in clear and concise English. American or British English is acceptable, as long as consistency is maintained throughout the manuscript.
  • Length: Manuscripts should be between 5,000 and 8,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.
  • Abstract and Keywords: Include a concise and informative abstract of no more than 250 words that summarizes the key points of your research. Additionally, provide 4-6 keywords that accurately reflect the content of your manuscript.
  • Formatting: Use a standard 12-point font (e.g., Times New Roman) with double line spacing. Number all pages consecutively. Margins should be set to 1 inch on all sides.
  • Structure: Organize your manuscript following the IMRAD (Introduction, Methodology, Results, Analysis, Discussion) structure.
  • Citations and References: Follow the American Psychological Association (APA) style guide (7th edition) for in-text citations and references. Ensure all references cited in the text are included in the reference list, and vice versa.
  • Tables and Figures: Include tables and figures within the text, but number them consecutively with captions that clearly explain their content.

Submission Process

  1. Register or Login: Create an account on the Language Horizon website ([link to submission platform]).
  2. Submission Platform: Upload your manuscript file (.doc or .docx format) through the online submission platform.
  3. Supplementary Files: Include any additional files, such as appendices or raw data, as separate files.

Review Process

  • All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process by qualified scholars in the relevant field.

Additional Information

  • For detailed information on ethical considerations in research and publication, please refer to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines (https://publicationethics.org/).
  • Language Horizon utilizes plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with a high degree (more than 15%) of plagiarism will be rejected.

 

We encourage you to carefully review these guidelines before submitting your manuscript. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at languagehorizon@unesa.ac.id.

 

We look forward to receiving your submission!