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Author Guidelines

Call for Submissions

The Journal of English Language Teaching (JELT) invites original and previously unpublished manuscripts. Submissions are accepted throughout the year.

Manuscripts received before the following dates will be considered for the corresponding issues:

  • 31 October – January issue
  • 31 December – March issue
  • 28 February – May issue
  • 30 April – July issue
  • 30 June – September issue
  • 31 August – November issue

 

Guidelines for Preparation of Manuscripts

The editorial board of JELT is committed to maintaining high academic standards. Authors are expected to adhere to ethical publishing practices and follow the journal’s submission guidelines.

Authors should carefully read the Guidelines for Submission before submitting their manuscripts. Submissions must conform to the prescribed style and specifications.

All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors must ensure that the submitted manuscript does not contain any identifying information (such as name, affiliation, or contact details).

 

Manuscript Format

  • Manuscripts should be prepared on A4 size paper with 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, with single line spacing.
  • The title should not exceed 15 words.
  • The total length of the manuscript should not exceed 4000 words, including:
    • Abstract (150 words)
    • 3–5 keywords
    • Figures, tables, references, and appendices (if any)
  • Follow APA (7th edition) for referencing. All references cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and vice versa.
  • Submissions must be in English. Quotations in other languages must include an authenticated English translation.
  • Only black-and-white images or charts are accepted. Charts must be in editable format.
  • Authors should proofread manuscripts carefully for grammatical and typographical errors prior to submission.

 

Book Reviews

  • Length: 750–1000 words (excluding references)
  • Provide complete bibliographic details: author, year, publisher, pages, price, ISBN/ISSN
  • The book should have been published within the last 18 months (exceptions may be considered)
  • The review should offer critical engagement, not merely a summary
  • Use a semi-formal academic tone
  • Include:
    • 3–5 keywords
    • A black-and-white image of the book cover (.jpg format)

 

Interview Transcripts

  • Length: 1000–2000 words
  • The interview must have been conducted within six months prior to submission
  • Include details of date, location, and mode of interview
  • A declaration confirming informed consent of the interviewee is required

The submission must include:

  • An abstract/summary (approximately 100 words)
  • 3–5 keywords
  • A brief introduction to the interviewee (maximum 100 words)
  • Interviewer’s contact details
  • A royalty-free photograph of the interviewee (.jpg format)

Final decisions regarding publication are made by the editorial board.

 

Submission and Review Process

  • All submissions are acknowledged within 10 days.
  • If no acknowledgement is received, authors should send a reminder with submission details.
  • The review process is initiated upon submission and typically takes a minimum of 90 days.

 

Peer Review

JELT follows a double-blind peer review system to ensure fairness and objectivity. The identities of authors and reviewers are concealed throughout the review process.

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

  • Research rigour and validity
  • Relevance to the journal’s scope
  • Clarity and coherence

Based on reviewer feedback, manuscripts may be:

  • Accepted
  • Accepted with minor revisions
  • Revised and resubmitted (major revisions)
  • Rejected

Authors receive consolidated feedback from the editor. Revised manuscripts should be submitted within 10 days of receiving reviewer comments.

Submission Policy

Any violation of publication ethics or conduct that compromises the integrity of the submission or review process will be treated as misconduct. Suspected cases will be investigated, and appropriate action will be taken by the editor in consultation with the editorial board.

Submission Preparation Checklist

Submission Checklist

All submissions must meet the following criteria before they are considered for peer review:

 

Original Submission

The manuscript must be original and not previously published in any form (print or online). It must not be under consideration by another journal. If there are any related submissions or prior dissemination, a clear explanation must be provided in the “Comments to the Editor” section.

 

Blinded Manuscript

All author-identifying information (names, affiliations, contact details, acknowledgements) must be removed from the manuscript to ensure a double-blind review process.

 

Manuscript File and Formatting

  • The manuscript must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
  • Text must be single-spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman (or equivalent).
  • Italics may be used for emphasis; underlining should be avoided (except in URLs).
  • Title: The title must be clear, concise (not exceeding 15 words), and accurately reflect the focus and content of the manuscript.
  • Abstract: The abstract must not exceed 150 words and should summarise the research objectives, methodology, key findings, and significance of the study.
  • Keywords: Provide 3 to 5 keywords that accurately reflect the main themes or focus areas of the manuscript.

 

Main Manuscript Structure

The manuscript should include:

  • A clear introduction outlining the research focus and objectives
  • An appropriate theoretical or methodological framework
  • A relevant and well-structured review of literature
  • Original analysis and interpretation supported by evidence
  • A conclusion summarising key findings and their significance

 

Word Limit

The manuscript should be between 3,000 and 3,500 words, including the abstract, keywords, and references.

 

Language Quality

The manuscript must be written in clear academic English and should be free from grammatical, spelling, and typographical errors.

 

Citation Style

All citations and references must follow APA (7th edition) guidelines. Every source cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and vice versa. URLs should be provided where available.

 

Tables and Figures

All tables, charts, figures, and appendices must be:

  • Clearly labelled
  • Appropriately positioned within the text
  • Relevant to the argument
  • Consistent in format

 

Plagiarism Check

A similarity report (e.g., Turnitin or iThenticate) must be submitted as a separate file. The similarity index should not exceed 15%.

 

Author Information

A separate Author Biodata Sheet must be submitted. All identifying details should appear only in this document and not in the manuscript file.

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Copyright Notice

Copyright Notice

Authors retain copyright of their work published in the Journal of English Language Teaching (JELT). By submitting to JELT, authors grant the journal a non-exclusive licence to publish, distribute, and archive the work in both print and electronic formats.

All articles published in JELT are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial–NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) licence.

Under this licence:

  • Users may copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format.
  • Use is permitted for non-commercial purposes only.
  • The material must be shared in its original form; no modifications or derivative works are permitted.
  • Appropriate credit must be given to the author(s) and the journal, including citation details and a link to the licence.

For any use beyond the terms of this licence, including commercial use or distribution of modified content, prior permission must be obtained from the author(s) and the journal.

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To report suspected copyright violations, please contact the Editor at: jelt.editor@gmail.com

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