Author Guidelines
Author Guidelines for Linguista: Jurnal Ilmiah Bahasa, Sastra dan Pembelajarannya
1. General Requirements
- Submissions must focus on topics related to language, literature, and learning, aligning with the scope of Linguista: Jurnal Ilmiah Bahasa, Sastra dan Pembelajarannya.
- Manuscripts must be original, not previously published, and not under simultaneous consideration by other journals.
- Articles can be written in English or Bahasa Indonesia, maintaining academic and grammatical accuracy.
2. Manuscript Format
- File Type: Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
- Length: Manuscripts should be between 5,000–8,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.
- Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, 12 pt font, and 1.5-line spacing.
- Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides.
3. Manuscript Structure
Manuscripts should be organized as follows:
- Title: Clear, concise, and no more than 20 words.
- Abstract: Write an abstract in English (150–250 words) summarizing the purpose, methodology, results, and conclusions.
- Keywords: Include 4–6 keywords that represent the main content of the article.
- Introduction: Explain the research background, problems, objectives, and significance. Include references to previous studies where applicable.
- Methodology: Clearly describe the research approach, instruments, and analysis methods.
- Results and Discussion: Present findings logically, supported by relevant references and discussions.
- Conclusion: Summarize key findings and provide recommendations or implications.
- References: Follow APA (7th edition) referencing style. Ensure all references are cited in the manuscript.
4. Tables and Figures
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Tables:
- Place tables close to the related text in the manuscript.
- Use a clear and concise title, placed above the table. Example:
- Number tables sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Table 2).
- Use horizontal lines to separate headers and data. Avoid vertical lines.
- Include notes below the table if necessary to explain abbreviations or symbols used.
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Figures (Charts, Graphs, Images):
- Insert figures near the related text in the manuscript.
- Provide a descriptive title, placed below the figure. Example:
- Number figures sequentially (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2).
- Ensure figures are of high quality (minimum resolution: 300 dpi) and readable in black-and-white print.
- Submit figures in their original format along with the manuscript (e.g., .png, .jpeg, or .tiff).
5. Language and Style
- Use clear and concise academic language.
- Authors submitting in Bahasa Indonesia must ensure compliance with Pedoman Umum Ejaan Bahasa Indonesia (PUEBI).
6. Ethical Requirements
- Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work and avoiding plagiarism.
- All submissions must include a statement of originality and conflict of interest disclosure.
7. Citation and References
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Follow APA (7th edition) style for in-text citations and references.
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Example of in-text citation:
- Paraphrase: Reading comprehension is critical for students' cognitive development (Tarigan, 2021).
- Direct quote: "Reading is an essential skill that underpins all academic learning" (Tarigan, 2021, p. 45).
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References should be listed alphabetically at the end of the manuscript. Example:
- Book:
Tarigan, H. G. (2021). Membaca sebagai suatu keterampilan berbahasa. Angkasa. - Journal Article:
Ambarita, R. S., Wulan, N. S., & Wahyudin, D. (2021). Analisis kemampuan membaca pemahaman pada siswa sekolah dasar. Edukatif: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan, 3(5), 2336-2344. https://doi.org/10.1234/example
- Book: