General Submission Requirements

General Submission Requirements

  • Originality: Manuscripts must be original works and must not have been published or under consideration elsewhere.
  • Language: Submissions must be written in clear, concise English (British or American). Authors who are non-native English speakers are encouraged to use professional language editing services.
  • Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 20 pages (approximately 6,000 words), including all tables, figures, and references.
  • Peer Review: All manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure scholarly quality and impartiality.
  • Cover Letter: A short cover letter must accompany each submission, stating the manuscript’s title, type, significance, originality, and relevance to CAAGA's scope. (Template provided below.)

Manuscript Type


  • Original Research Articles: Present new findings, empirical studies, or theoretical advancements. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Theory (if applicable), Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
  • Case Studies: Provide in-depth analysis of specific cases related to the journal's themes. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Case Description, Analysis, Discussion, Conclusion.
  • Review Papers: Summarize current trends or literature. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Main Review Sections, Conclusion.

Manuscript Preparation

      
  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).
  • Font and Spacing: Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced, with 2.54 cm (1-inch) margins.
  • Title: Provide a concise, descriptive title (max 20 words).
  • Keywords: Provide 4–6 keywords for indexing and discoverability.
  • Structure: Number all major sections (e.g., 1. Introduction, 2. Methods, 3. Results). Use SI units for data.
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Abstract Format

Abstracts must be between 200–280 words and follow this structured format:


  • Purpose
  • Design/methodology/approach
  • Findings
  • Originality/value
  • Optional: Research limitations, Practical implications, and Social implications

Author Information

  • List all authors’ full names, affiliations (institution, department, city, country), and emails.
  • Clearly identify one corresponding author, with full contact details including postal address and phone number.
  • If names may cause ambiguity (e.g., compound surnames), clarify as necessary.

Tables and Figure

  • Number all tables and figures sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Figure 2).
  • Include descriptive captions. Embed them in the text or place them at the end of the manuscript.
  • Use high-resolution images (minimum 300 dpi) in .jpg, .png, or .tiff format.

Mathematical Notation

  • Type equations triple-spaced and number them consecutively (e.g., Eq. 1).
  • Use italics for variables. Use the solidus (/) for fractions where appropriate.

Cover Letter Template

To,

The Editors
The CAAGA Conference

Subject: Submission of [Manuscript Type], titled “[Manuscript Title]”

Dear Editors,

We are submitting a [Original Research Article / Case Study / Review Paper], titled “[Manuscript Title],” for consideration in The CAAGA Conference. This work [briefly describes the significance and originality, e.g., “presents a novel multidisciplinary approach to educational application development”].

I, [Corresponding Author Name], certify that:

  • The manuscript is an original work of all listed authors.
  • All authors have made significant contributions and approved the final version.
  • This manuscript has not been published or submitted elsewhere.

Suggested reviewers:

  • [Name, Affiliation, Email]
  • [Name, Affiliation, Email]
  • [Name, Affiliation, Email]

Thank you for considering our submission.

Sincerely,
[Corresponding Author Name]
[Full Mailing Address]
[City, State, Country, Postal Code]
[Phone: Country Code + Number]
[Email]

  • Originality: Manuscripts must be original works and must not have been published or under consideration elsewhere.
  • Language: Submissions must be written in clear, concise English (British or American). Authors who are non-native English speakers are encouraged to use professional language editing services.
  • Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 20 pages (approximately 6,000 words), including all tables, figures, and references.
  • Peer Review: All manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure scholarly quality and impartiality.
  • Cover Letter: A short cover letter must accompany each submission, stating the manuscript’s title, type, significance, originality, and relevance to CAAGA's scope.

Manuscript Types

  • Original Research Articles: Present new findings, empirical studies, or theoretical advancements. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Theory (if applicable), Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
  • Case Studies: Provide in-depth analysis of specific cases related to the journal's themes. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Case Description, Analysis, Discussion, Conclusion.
  • Review Papers: Summarize current trends or literature. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Main Review Sections, Conclusion.

Manuscript Preparation

  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).
  • Font and Spacing: Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced, with 2.54 cm (1-inch) margins.
  • Title: Provide a concise, descriptive title (max 20 words).
  • Keywords: Provide 4–6 keywords for indexing and discoverability.
  • Structure: Number all major sections (e.g., 1. Introduction, 2. Methods, 3. Results). Use SI units for data.

Abstract Format

Abstracts must be between 200–280 words and follow this structured format:

  • Purpose
  • Design/methodology/approach
  • Findings
  • Originality/value
  • Optional: Research limitations, Practical implications, and Social implications

Author Information

  • List all authors’ full names, affiliations (institution, department, city, country), and emails.
  • Clearly identify one corresponding author, with full contact details including postal address and phone number.
  • If names may cause ambiguity (e.g., compound surnames), clarify as necessary.

Tables and Figures

  • Number all tables and figures sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Figure 2).
  • Include descriptive captions. Embed them in the text or place them at the end of the manuscript.
  • Use high-resolution images (minimum 300 dpi) in .jpg, .png, or .tiff format.

Mathematical Notation

  • Type equations triple-spaced and number them consecutively (e.g., Eq. 1).
  • Use italics for variables. Use the solidus (/) for fractions where appropriate.

Ethical Guidelines

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships from the past three years that could influence the work.
  • Plagiarism: All submissions will be screened for plagiarism. Violations will lead to rejection.
  • Authorship: All listed authors must have made a significant contribution to the work and approved the final manuscript.
  • Referees: Authors are encouraged to suggest three potential reviewers (including name, affiliation, and email). Final reviewer selection is at the editor’s discretion.

Reference Style

The CAAGA Conference follows the Chicago Author-Date style. Authors should include DOI links where available. Below are sample formats:

  • Journal Article: Chen, Shiyi, and Gary D. Doolen. 1998. “Lattice Boltzmann Method for Fluid Flows.” Annual Review of Fluid Mechanics 30 (1): 329–364. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.fluid.30.1.329.
  • Book: Bejan, Adrian. 2013. Convection Heat Transfer. John Wiley & Sons.
  • Conference Proceedings: Tamura, I., Y. Tomota, and M. Ozawa. 1973. “Strength and Ductility of Fe-Ni-C Alloys.” In Proceedings of the Conference on Microstructure and Design of Alloys, 611–615. London: Institute of Metals and Iron and Steel Institute.
  • In-text citation example: (Chen and Doolen 1998, 330)

Post-Acceptance

  • Proofreading: Authors will receive page proofs for final review before publication.
  • Publication Fees: A publication fee of USD 100 applies to all accepted manuscripts.
  • Copyright: Authors retain copyright and grant CAAGA a license to publish under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

Submission Checklist

Please ensure the following before submission:

  • Corresponding author contact details (email, phone, postal address) are provided.
  • Manuscript includes keywords, figure captions, and tables.
  • Text has been spell-checked and grammar-checked.
  • References follow Chicago Author-Date style and are cited in the text.
  • All necessary copyright permissions have been obtained.

Contact Information

All submissions must be made through the OJS system at www.apsae.id. The journal does not accept submissions via email or third-party agents.

For inquiries, please contact:
Email (Submission): submit.apsaejournal@apsae.id
Editorial Office: principal.apsaejournal@apsae.id