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Author Guidelines

All contributions to the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center must be original and directly relevant to physical education, sport science, coaching, or education in related fields. Manuscripts that serve as the basis for future application to research in such areas are also welcome. All papers will undergo a rigorous peer-review process. The evaluation will be based on quality, clarity, style, adherence to ethical standards, and the relevance of the work to the goals and scope of the journal. The double-blind review process will involve experts in the relevant fields. Final decisions on publication will be made by the Editorial Board, which will carefully consider the reviewers' recommendations.

Papers may take the form of research articles, review articles, and special articles.

  • Research Articles: Original contributions reporting on primary research on a specific topic or question. Max. 20 pages / [Number TBD, but at least 50] references.
  • Review Articles: Critical examinations and syntheses of the existing literature, analyzing the different approaches to a specific topic. Max. 25 pages / [Number TBD, but at least 75] references.
  • Special Articles: Historical reviews, methodological discussions, and legal or policy-related topics related to sport, physical activity, and education are appropriate. Max. 20 pages / [Number TBD, but at least 50] references.

1. Introduction:

The Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center is a peer-reviewed, open-access, and multi-disciplinary journal committed to advancing knowledge and promoting excellence in coaching, sport science, physical education, and related educational fields. The journal is published three times per year (March, July, and November) and aims to: facilitate scientific publication of high-quality research. [Add Aims here, e.g., promote cutting-edge research with direct implications on the field.]

2. Manuscript General Guidelines:

The following guidelines are crucial to prepare manuscripts for submission:

  • The manuscript must report original research results that are not published and will not be submitted for publication elsewhere.
  • The manuscript should preferably be written in Indonesian. If written in English, please ensure the language meets a high standard.
  • The manuscript must adhere to the provided article template [Template link/location]. The article must be formatted using A4-size paper (210 x 297 mm), with the following custom margins: left 2.54 cm, right 2.54 cm, top 2.54 cm, and bottom 2.54 cm. Use the Times New Roman theme font, 12-point font size, and single-line spacing.
  • The manuscript must not contain any elements of plagiarism. The Editorial Board will directly reject any manuscript that contains plagiarism. Plagiarism screening will be conducted using plagiarism detection software (e.g., Turnitin).
  • The manuscript should be structured into the following main sections (although this arrangement can be adapted based on article type, but should include the main concepts): Introduction, Research Methods, Results and Discussion, Conclusion, and References.
  • The title of the article should be as concise as possible, accurately reflecting the content of the manuscript.
  • The author's name(s) should be placed under the title, followed by their affiliation(s) and e-mail address(es). Include ORCID IDs for all authors.
  • An abstract in both Indonesian and English is required. The abstract should not exceed 250 words and should contain all key aspects (aims/objectives, methods, findings, and a brief summary).
  • Keywords: Provide a selection of 3–5 relevant keywords or phrases that are important, specific, and representative of the article's content.
  • Use the provided manuscript template.
  • Formatting conventions (e.g., headings, subheadings, tables, figures, and citations) should be clearly formatted and presented consistently throughout the manuscript.

3. The Guidelines for the Manuscript Body Text:

  • Title: The article title must be descriptive and concise, accurately representing the manuscript's content. Avoid multi-interpretations. It should be focused on the core issues. Use capitalization for the first word and proper nouns. The title should not contain uncommon abbreviations. The main ideas should be presented first, followed by explanations. The title should ideally be within twenty words, use a 16 pt font, and should be bolded and left-aligned.
  • Abstract: The abstract must provide a concise summary of the article's key elements. The abstract must be written within 250 words, and followed by the 3–6 keywords arranged alphabetically. The abstract should encompass the research objectives, the methods used, the main results, the conclusions, any limitations (optional). Use Times New Roman, size 10, single spaced.
  • Introduction: The introduction must provide the background, including a review of relevant literature, which describes the scientific basis for the research question, states the research problem, and (if applicable), the hypothesis. Clearly state the research purpose or objectives in the final part of the introduction. Indicate the new contribution/novelty of the research or the article.
  • Research Methods: Provide a clear and detailed description of the research methodology, which encompasses the research design, the data collection procedures, research instrument, and data analysis methods. This section should be written descriptively. Include a description of the participants. State the ethical considerations, including any appropriate ethical approval.
  • Results and Discussion: The results should be presented in a logical and sequential order. Results with the most important findings or contributions should be presented first. Avoid repeating the same content in the text, tables, and figures. Instead, use a summary to highlight key findings. Focus on the significance of the findings. Describe any new and essential aspects of the study. Do not repeat all the information from earlier sections. State any limitations to your study. Address the issues that still remain unresolved or topics for future research. Provide the information regarding the presented data (tables, figures, and description.) Highlight any connections between the findings and basic concepts or hypothesis. Authors should also refer to connections to other works from other researchers. Discuss the theoretical implications of the work, as well as its practical applications.
  • Conclusion: As the final part of the research paper, the conclusion summarizes the findings, includes a discussion of any limitations and recommendations. The conclusion should answer the research question(s) and state the main discoveries made. The conclusion should summarize the research results but should not contain a repetition of findings. Research limitations and recommendations include deficiencies in the research and suggestions related to further ideas.
  • References: All references utilized within the article must be listed as cited in the reference section. This section must include only references that have been cited in the text. Include only primary sources (scientific journals with a minimum 80% from all the references - with at least 7 articles from the journal). Every article should have at least [Insert number of minimum references, e.g., 15, 20] references, with up to [Provide Percentage] older than 10 years.

4. Guidelines for Citations and References:

  • All data, information, and direct quotes taken from other research papers require proper citations to the original source.
  • The journal uses APA 7th Edition (American Psychological Association) referencing style.
  • Use a reference management application such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote to format citations and references.

5. Online Submission Guidelines:

Submission must be done via the Online Submission System:

  • The online submission system is accessible through the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center e-journal portal [Provide link].
  • Authors must first register as an author by clicking the "Register" link.
  • After successful registration, log in as an author and click on "New Submission". The article submission process involves the following stages:
    1. Start
    2. Upload Submission
    3. Enter Metadata
    4. Upload Supplementary Files
    5. Confirmation
    • In the "Start" column, select the appropriate Journal Section (the volume and issue number for publication) and check all the necessary checklists.
    • In the "Upload Submission" column, upload the manuscript in MS Word format.
    • In the "Enter Metadata" column, enter all author information and affiliation details, including the Article Title, Abstract, Keywords, and References. Add ORCID ID for all authors.
    • In the "Upload Supplementary Files" column, the author may upload supplementary documents like a cover letter and required supplementary files.
    • In the "Confirmation" column, review all entered information for accuracy and click "Finish Submission".
  • If any difficulties or problems exist during the online submission process, please contact the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center's editorial team

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

Copyright Notice

By submitting articles or article manuscripts to the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center, the author(s) agree to the following policy. No separate or special documents are required.

1. License:

The Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center articles are licensed under a [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License], unless otherwise stated. [The CC BY 4.0 is recommended - clarify if another license is needed.]

2. Author(s)' Warranties:

The author(s) warrant(s) that:

  • The article is original, written by the stated author(s).
  • The article has not been published previously, in whole or in part.
  • The article does not contain any statements that are unlawful, libelous, or infringe upon the rights of others.
  • The article is submitted with the explicit understanding that the author(s) retain copyright, and that any necessary written permissions to quote from other sources have been obtained by the author(s).
  • The article is free of any third-party rights.

3. User Rights:

The primary goal of the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center is to disseminate published articles as widely as possible to advance the academic field of sport, physical activity, and education. Under the Creative Commons license, the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center permits users to:

  • Copy, distribute, and display the work.
  • Perform the work.

Users must:

  • Attribute the author(s) and the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center when using the paper in any medium, including citation in other publications.
  • Provide a link to the Creative Commons license. [provide link].

4. Rights of Authors:

Authors retain all rights to their published works, including, but not limited to, the following:

  1. Copyright and any other proprietary rights related to the article (e.g., patent rights).
  2. The right to use the substance of the article in their own future works, including lectures, presentations, and books.
  3. The right to reproduce the article for their own purposes (e.g., personal use, classroom instruction).
  4. The right to enter into separate, additional contractual arrangements for the non-exclusive distribution of the article's published version (e.g., self-archiving in an institutional repository or publishing it in a book). In such cases, proper acknowledgment of the article's initial publication in the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center is required.

5. Co-Authorship:

If the article was jointly prepared by more than one author:

The author submitting the manuscript warrants that they have been authorized by all co-authors to agree to this copyright and licensing policy (agreement) on their respective behalf. They also agree to inform their co-authors of the terms of this policy. The Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center will not be held liable for any issues arising from internal disputes among the author(s). The Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center will only communicate with the designated corresponding author.

6. Royalties:

As an open-access journal publishing articles free of charge under Creative Commons licenses, the Khatulistiwa Journal of Sport and Education Center does not entitle the author(s) to royalties or any other fees.

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