Submissions

Specific Submission Guidelines

  1. JELA accepts manuscripts written in either English or Filipino. Submission of a manuscript to the journal means that it has not been published or considered for publication elsewhere, that its publication has been approved by all co-authors, and other interested parties. PAGSTE will not be held legally liable for any claims for compensation. 
  2. All submissions should contain an abstract (maximum of 250 words) with 4 to 5 keywords. 
  3. JELA is a peer-reviewed journal. All submissions undergo a double-blind review. The evaluation comprises three levels: (a) technical soundness and data management delivered by in-house reviewers; (b) validity of contents performed by our external reviewers; and (c) extent of incorporation of the recommendations made by the external reviewers in the final version of the manuscript.
  4. All submissions should be in Microsoft Word format (please download template in the forms section).
  5. Authors must use the APA 7th Edition parenthetical citation format.
  6. Manuscripts must be submitted as an email attachment to jelapagste@gmail.com with the following required information and additional attachment:
  • Use the appropriate subject heading based on the nature of your submission.
  • Article: surname_title
  • Review article: surname_title
  • Case studies and action research: surname_title
  • Policy Brief: surname_title
  • Include the following information in the body of your email:
  • Complete name: Surname, first name, and middle initial
  • Institutional affiliation (e.g., College of Teacher Development, Philippine Normal University, Philippines)
  • Official email address (preferably your institutional email address)
  • Title of your submission
  • Optional: Note to the editor or cover letter
  • Forms
  • Template
  • JELA Peer Review Form
  • Table of Comments and Action Taken

Section 1: Research Articles 

This section includes original research studies related to various aspects of teacher education and learning. Articles could cover topics such as curriculum design, teacher training, pedagogical approaches, and educational technology. These studies provide new insights and contribute to the development of the field of teacher education and learning. Full-length articles (4,000–5,000 words) are strongly encouraged. 

Research articles should include:

  1. Introduction: Provide an overview of the topic, the context, and the purpose of the article.
  2. Literature Review: Include literature that is relevant to the research topic.
  3. Research Questions: List the questions that the research aims to answer.
  4. Participants: Describe the participants involved in the research.
  5. Methodology: Describe how the research was carried out.
  6. Findings and Discussion: State the findings and present a critical discussion of the
    1. strengths and gaps in the current research
  7. Implications: State some implications of the findings for teacher education and learning advancements.
  8. Conclusion: Restate your research, highlight its significance, and make suggestions for future research on the topic.

Section 2: Review Articles 

Review articles (4,000–6,000 words) should provide a comprehensive summary of research and a critical perspective on a particular focus in gender and development studies. Authors should draw conclusions from the literature reviewed and identify research areas and questions for future research. Cited literature must be articles published within the last ten years from the time of writing.

Review articles should include:

  1. Introduction: Provide an overview of the topic, the context, and the purpose of the review. 
  2. Key Advances: Highlight key advances that have been made and areas where more focused research may lead to greater impact and understanding of the topic.
  3. Discussion: Present a critical discussion of the strengths and gaps in the current research. 
  4. Conclusion: Highlight the  unknowns that remain and make suggestions for future research on the topic. 

Section 3: Case Studies and Action Research

This section includes case studies of innovative approaches to teacher education and learning from different parts of the world. Case studies highlight successful examples of teacher training programs, curriculum design, or pedagogical practices that have been effective in improving teaching and learning outcomes. These studies provide practical insights for educators and policymakers.

Case studies or action research papers should include:

  1. Title: Include an effective title, the name(s) of the author(s), the affiliation(s) and address(es) of the author(s), and the email address of the corresponding author.
  2. Abstract: Write an abstract of 150–200 words.
  3. Keywords: Include 3–4 keywords.
  4. Introduction: Provide background information on the context and purpose of the study.
  5. Literature review: Provide a review of the relevant literature on the topic and establish the theoretical framework for the study.
  6. Methodology: Outline the methods used to collect and analyze data and explain the rationale for these choices.
  7. Case description: Provide a detailed description of the case, including its setting, participants, and key events.
  8. Results: Present the findings of the study, which may include quantitative or qualitative data, and explain how these findings relate to the research questions or hypotheses.
  9. Discussion: Interpret the findings of the study, consider their implications for the field, and reflect on the strengths and limitations of the research.
  10. Conclusion: Summarize the main findings of the study, discuss their broader significance, and suggest directions for future research.

It's important to note that the structure of a case study paper may vary depending on the specific case and research questions, and the above sections are not necessarily exhaustive or prescriptive.

Section 4: Policy Briefs 

This section publishes policy briefs (1,500–2,000 words), which are concise summaries of information deduced from research that can help readers understand and likely make decisions about official or institutional policies. Such a document aims to distill research products and findings in language that is clear to non-specialized audiences and draws clear connections to policy initiatives in gender and development. Moreover, these policy briefs aim to contribute to the current gender and development codes.

Policy briefs should include:

  1. Title: Reflect the contents of the brief to a non-research-oriented audience or readers.
  2. Executive Summary: Present in one to two paragraphs an overview of the problem and the proposed policy action.
  3. Context or Scope of Problem: State the importance of the problem and explain the necessity of policy action.
  4. Policy Alternatives: Discuss the current policy approach and explain the  proposed options. 
  5. Policy Recommendations: State and explain the concrete steps to be taken to address the policy issue.
  6. Appendices: Include, where necessary, extra information as an appendix to provide support for the author’s argument. 
  7. Sources: Include reliable sources that the authors have used throughout the brief.