The International Journal of Modern Education Studies (IJONMES) is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and clarity in its publications. To ensure your manuscript aligns with our requirements, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Submission Process:

• Submit your papers electronically via the IJONMES online submission and review system at www.ijonmes.net. The system will guide you through each step.
• For optimal alignment with our formatting, utilize the manuscript template available at www.ijonmes.net.

Manuscript Preparation:

• Language: Submit in English.
• Word Count: Aim for a minimum of 14 pages, but there's no strict upper limit.
• File Type: Use Word format (.doc or .docx).
• Formatting: Employ A4 paper size, 2.5 cm (1 inch) margins, and Palatine Linotype font, size 11. Ensure the text is justified, and avoid footnotes or endnotes.

Title Page:

• List full names, affiliations, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and ORCID details for all authors. Designate a Corresponding Author.
• Include a concise abstract (150-200 words).
• Provide 3 to 5 descriptive keywords, capitalizing the initial letter.

Content Structuring:

• Use clear, non-numbered sub-headings to structure the text.
• Embed tables and figures at relevant points, with concise captions (6-8 words max). Refrain from using vertical lines in tables.
• If applicable, include an acknowledgments section before the references.

References:

• Adhere to the APA (7th edition, 2020) citation style. For detailed examples, refer to this link.
• Ensure every in-text citation has a corresponding reference, and vice-versa.

Supplementary Files:

• Consider including supplementary files like data sets, research instruments, audio/video recordings, or additional charts/figures. Ensure they are properly labeled and permissions are obtained.

Ethical Considerations:

• For research involving human participants, provide necessary consents and approvals, attaching relevant documentation from ethics review boards.

Queries and Contact: For questions or clarifications on the submission process, reach out to editor@ijonmes.net.

Adhering to these guidelines will facilitate a smooth review and publication process. Your commitment to these standards is integral to the reputation and quality of IJONMES.

Copyright Ownership: The authors retain the copyright of their work published in the International Journal of Modern Education Studies (IJONMES). However, the journal holds the publication rights to distribute, share, and use the content for promotional, archival, and reference purposes.

Licensing Agreement: All works published by IJONMES are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

Rights of Authors: Authors retain the following rights:

• The right to share, distribute, and display their work.
• The right to use their content for teaching, presentations, and other professional activities.
• The right to deposit their published work in institutional repositories, personal websites, or other platforms.

Permissions for Reuse: If someone wishes to reuse content from IJONMES in a way that exceeds the scope of the CC BY 4.0 license, they must seek explicit permission from the copyright holder (i.e., the author). Guidelines for obtaining such permissions can be found on our 'Permissions' page on the IJONMES website.

Infringement Consequences: Unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of content without proper citation or without securing the necessary permissions may lead to legal actions or other appropriate consequences.

Accessibility & Transparency: The IJONMES copyright notice and permissions guidelines are accessible from every page of the journal's website. We are committed to maintaining transparency in our copyright and licensing policies.

Updates & Versioning: Any updates or changes to our copyright notice will be versioned and archived to ensure authors and readers have access to historical copyright terms.

Ethical Considerations: IJONMES is dedicated to ensuring the ethical treatment of all published works. We ensure that authors' rights are protected and that readers have clear, fair access and use rights in line with global ethical standards.

Compatibility with Indexing & Archival Services: Our copyright and licensing terms are designed to be compatible with requirements and standards set by major indexing and archival services, including DOAJ, Web of Science, and SCOPUS.

Contact Information: For further queries or clarifications regarding our copyright and permissions policies, please contact us at editor@ijonmes.net.

By adhering to this notice, authors, readers, and third parties ensure a respectful and ethical use of the scholarly works published under IJONMES. We deeply value the contributions of our authors and are committed to promoting and preserving their rights.

Privacy Statement for the International Journal of Modern Education Studies (IJONMES):

IJONMES values the privacy of its contributors and readers. This statement elucidates our commitment to maintaining the privacy and protection of your personal information. Please review the following to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you might provide.

1. Data Collection and Usage:

• For Authors: During manuscript submission, authors are required to provide personal details such as name, email address, and institutional affiliation. This data facilitates communication and editorial processing.
• For Reviewers: Personal information, including name and email address, is collected from reviewers to streamline the peer-review process.

Personal data will exclusively be used for the purposes mentioned above and will not be made available to external entities without explicit consent.

1. Data Storage and Security: All personal data submitted to IJONMES is stored securely, adhering to modern data protection practices. We've implemented measures to guard against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of data.
2. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services: Personal data collected will remain confidential. We will not sell, rent, or share this information with third parties without explicit consent, unless legally obligated. If third-party services are employed for analytics or storage, their roles and data protection practices will be transparently communicated.
3. Data Retention: Personal data is retained for a duration necessary to serve its primary purpose, after which it's securely erased. Specific retention periods are determined based on the type of data and the purposes for which it is used.
4. User Rights: Individuals have the right to:
5. Updates to the Privacy Statement: This privacy statement may undergo periodic revisions. Users will be duly notified of significant changes through our official communication channels.
6. Compliance with International Regulations: IJONMES is committed to adhering to international data protection standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European citizens.
7. Contact: For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please reach out to us at [ijonmes@gmail.com].

• Access their personal data held by IJONMES.
• Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Request deletion of their data under specific circumstances.

By engaging with IJONMES, whether by submitting a manuscript or participating in the review process, you consent to the collection, use, and storage of your data as outlined in this privacy statement.