Language

Abstracts must be prepared in both Turkish and English. The Turkish and English abstracts must be uploaded to the submission system as separate files.

Abstract Length

Abstracts must be between 250 and 300 words.

Content of the Abstract

The abstract should clearly present the aim or research problem of the study, its theoretical or conceptual framework, methodology, main argument, and expected or obtained findings and conclusions.

Keywords

Each abstract must include 3–5 keywords representing the content of the study. The Turkish and English keywords should correspond to one another.

File Format

Abstract files must be prepared and submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.

Named Version

The named version must include the full name, academic title, institutional affiliation, e-mail address, and ORCID iD of each author. For multi-authored submissions, complete information must be provided for all authors.

Anonymous Version

The anonymous version must not contain any information that may reveal the identity of the author(s). Names, institutional affiliations, e-mail addresses, ORCID iDs, and any other identifying information must be removed.

Formatting

• Font: Times New Roman
• Body text: 12 pt
• Title: 14 pt, bold
• Line spacing: 1.5
• Text alignment: Justified

Citations and References

APA 7 should be used where citations are required in the abstract. If a reference list is included, it should contain only works cited in the abstract.

Language

Full papers may be submitted in Turkish or English. Consistency in academic language and terminology should be maintained throughout the manuscript.

Manuscript Length

Full papers should be between 4,000 and 7,000 words, including references.

File Format

Full papers must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.

Formatting

• Font: Times New Roman
• Body text: 12 pt
• Line spacing: 1.5
• Text alignment: Justified
• Paper title: 14 pt, bold
• Main section headings: 12 pt, bold

Author Information

The full paper must include the full name, academic title, institutional affiliation, e-mail address, and ORCID iD of each author. All information must be complete and accurate.

Structure of the Paper

Depending on the nature and methodology of the study, full papers are recommended to follow the general academic structure below:

• Title
• Author information
• Turkish abstract and keywords
• English abstract and keywords
• Introduction
• Theoretical / conceptual framework
• Methodology
• Findings / analysis / discussion
• Conclusion
• References

Section headings may be adapted according to the nature, methodology, and disciplinary approach of the study.

Citations and References

In-text citations and the reference list must follow APA 7 guidelines. The reference list should include only works cited in the manuscript.

Tables, Figures and Images

Tables, figures, and images should be placed as close as possible to the relevant section of the text. They must be numbered and accompanied by an appropriate title or caption. Source information must be provided for material reproduced from other sources.

Copyright and Use of Visual Materials

Authors are responsible for obtaining any permissions and usage rights required for photographs, film stills, images, tables, figures, and other third-party materials included in their papers.

Editorial Process

Full papers may be subject to editorial review. Where revisions or corrections are requested, authors are expected to complete the required changes within the specified period.