Authors' Guidelines

Article Structure

The article must adhere to the structure of a scholarly research paper: Abstract, Introduction and Problem Statement, Objectives and Research Question(s), Hypotheses (if the study is field-based and hypothesis-driven), Literature Review, Theoretical Framework/Conceptual Framework, Research Methodology, Field Introduction, Research Findings, Analysis and/or Interpretation Based on Research Questions, Conclusion, References, English Abstract.

Article Title

In the shortest and most elegant form possible, it should convey the core meaning of the main topic or the article’s key message.

Abstract

The abstract must include: problem statement, research method, data collection tools, techniques employed, results, and keywords.

Introduction and Problem Statement

The issue under investigation, titled “Introduction and Problem Statement,” must be clearly defined and elaborated. Note that the introduction and problem statement may be written separately.

Research Objectives and Questions

The research objectives and questions, which oversee the studied issue.

Literature Review

References to prior work in the research domain and an explanation of how the current study differs from previous research.

Theoretical Considerations / Theoretical Framework / Conceptual Framework

Every study requires one of the following: Theoretical Considerations, Theoretical Framework, or Conceptual Framework for evaluation.

Research Methodology

The author(s) must explain which quantitative or qualitative method(s)—and their respective levels—were used in conducting the research. Additionally, at the end of the methodology section, the author(s) must specify the stages the research undergoes to reach its conclusions. In clearer terms, the pathway for answering the posed questions must be outlined.

Research Findings

Findings, along with their analysis and interpretation, must be presented systematically under a distinct heading.

Discussion and Conclusion

The discussion and conclusion of the article, based on the findings and theoretical framework, must be presented at the end of the article.

References (Persian and English)

The reference list (including all sources) must be arranged alphabetically, with Persian sources listed first, followed by non-Persian sources, and finally online sources. Online sources should be listed in the order they appear in the article text. For further details, please refer to the link provided under “Authors' Guidelines.”

English Abstract

The final page of the article must contain the English abstract (including the article title and keywords). The English abstract should be a fluent translation of the Persian abstract. The English abstract must be precise and grammatically correct in terms of language and style.