Author Guidelines
International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics (IJSSLL)
Manuscript Submission
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts via the IJSSLL Online Submission System available on the journal's official website. Manuscripts should be in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) format. Each submission must be accompanied by a cover letter explaining the significance, originality, and relevance of the research.
Submission Email: editor.ijssll@randspublications.org
Article Types
We accept the following types of submissions:
Original Research Articles: In-depth research studies presenting novel findings (3,000–7,000 words).
Review Articles: Comprehensive and critical analyses of specific topics (4,000–6,000 words).
Case Reports: Detailed descriptions of unique cases in the field of social sciences or language (2,000–3,000 words).
Short Communications: Brief reports of preliminary or concise research outcomes (1,000–2,000 words).
Letters to the Editor: Constructive commentary or critique of previously published work (500–1,500 words).
Manuscript Preparation
General Formatting
Language: English (U.S. spelling)
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
Line Spacing: 1.5
Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
File Type: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Figures & Tables: Embedded within the manuscript, numbered sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1), with high resolution (minimum 300 dpi)
Abbreviations: Define at first mention
Manuscript Structure
Title Page: Include a clear and concise title (max 20 words), all authors' full names, institutional affiliations, corresponding author’s contact details, and any financial support/funding acknowledgments.
Abstract: A structured abstract (200–300 words) including: Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Keywords: Provide 4–6 relevant keywords for indexing purposes.
Introduction: Clearly state the background, objectives, and importance of the study.
Materials and Methods: Describe methods in detail to allow replication.
Results: Present findings clearly, using appropriate tables and figures.
Discussion: Interpret the results, highlight implications, limitations, and relevance to existing literature.
Conclusion: Summarize key outcomes and their contribution to the field.
Acknowledgments: Recognize non-author contributors and funding bodies.
References: Use APA 7th Edition referencing style. Ensure all references are cited in the text.
Ethical Considerations
IJSSLL adheres to the highest ethical publishing standards. Authors must comply with the following:
Informed Consent: Required for any research involving human subjects.
Ethical Approval: Studies involving human/animal participants must have ethics committee approval.
Conflict of Interest: All potential conflicts of interest must be declared.
Plagiarism Policy
IJSSLL enforces a strict anti-plagiarism policy. All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection tools. Manuscripts with plagiarized content will be rejected without review.
Review Process
IJSSLL uses a double-blind peer review process:
Manuscripts are first screened by the editorial team for relevance and quality.
Accepted manuscripts are reviewed by at least two subject experts.
Authors typically receive feedback within 4–6 weeks.
Final decisions (accept, revise, reject) are made by the Editor-in-Chief.
Copyright and Licensing
Upon acceptance, authors are required to sign a Copyright Transfer Agreement. All articles are published under an open access model with a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing distribution and reuse with proper citation.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
An Article Processing Charge (APC) of USD 75 applies upon acceptance to cover publication costs. There are no submission fees. Authors from low-income countries may apply for waivers.
Manuscript Withdrawal
Manuscript withdrawal after acceptance and production is only allowed under exceptional circumstances and with approval from the Editor-in-Chief.
Contact Information
For any questions related to manuscript submission or publication, please contact:
Editorial Office – IJSSLL