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ISSN 3007-9136 (Print) 

DOI Prefix: 10.69760

 

EDITORIAL POLICY

Global Spectrum of Research and Humanities (GSRH) is a journal that publishes original scientific research across a broad spectrum of subjects, including linguistics, psychology, sociology, history, literature, and teaching methods. The journal is published semiannually, with issues released twice a year. It is designed for educators, researchers, and practitioners involved in teaching languages and exploring how languages are learned and used in different social, historical, and literary contexts.

 

Our Focus Areas:

- Language Teaching: Exploring effective strategies and methodologies for teaching various languages.

- Linguistics: In-depth analysis of language structures and how they can be taught effectively.

- Psychology: Examining cognitive processes involved in language acquisition.

- Sociology: Investigating the relationship between language and society.

- History: Researching historical aspects of language use and their impact on language education.

- Literature: Analyzing literary texts and traditions in the context of language teaching and cultural understanding.

- Teaching Methods: Discussing innovative approaches to teaching and learning in educational settings.

 

Types of Manuscripts Accepted:

- Research Papers: Presenting empirical work and new findings.

- Theoretical/Conceptual Papers: Offering non-empirical analyses and new perspectives.

- Position Papers: Addressing specific issues with proposed solutions or directions.

- Case Studies: Highlighting particular issues in language education through theoretical and practical lenses.

- Reviews: Providing comprehensive overviews of existing research (by invitation).

- Letters to the Editor: Offering opinions or responses to previously published material.

 

Manuscript Structure:

- Abstract: A concise summary (150-200 words) outlining the research objectives, methods, results, and significance.

- Introduction: Background information and rationale for the research, discussing previous studies and their relevance.

- Literature Review: A comprehensive review of existing literature relevant to the research topic, identifying gaps that the current study aims to fill.

- Research Objectives: Clear statement of the aims and objectives of the research.

- Research Questions: Specific questions that the research seeks to answer, guiding the study’s focus.

- Research Methodology: Detailed description of the methods used, allowing replication of the study.

- Research Results: Presentation of findings, organized into subheadings if necessary.

- Discussion: Interpretation of results in the context of existing research, including suggestions for future research.

- Conclusions: Summary of the research's significance, implications, and potential impact.

- Acknowledgments: Recognition of contributions and funding sources.

- References: Alphabetically ordered list following APA 7th Edition style.

- Appendices (if any): Additional material that supports the research.

 

Submission Guidelines:

- Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear and grammatical English. Authors for whom English is a second language are encouraged to have their manuscripts proofread.

- Formatting: Manuscripts should be prepared in Word, using 12-point Times New Roman font, with single spacing and specific margin settings.

- Figures and Tables: Should be placed within the text at appropriate locations, and in black and white.

- References: In-text citations should follow APA 7th Edition style, with a DOI provided if applicable.

- Ethics and Originality: All submissions must be original, not previously published, and free of plagiarism. The similarity index should not exceed 15%.

 

Review Process:

- Manuscripts are reviewed anonymously by two experts in the relevant field.

- The review process typically takes about two months.

- Minor editorial changes may be made by the co-editors, while significant revisions will require author input.

 

Copyright Notice:

- GSRH articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution license, with authors retaining copyright while granting others permission to use the content with proper citation.

- Authors grant GSRH the right of first publication and nonexclusive rights for future publication.

 

Submission Information:

- Online Submission: Manuscripts can be submitted online at [Journal Submission Link].

- Correspondence: All editorial correspondence should be directed to the Editor-in-Chief via the contact details provided on the journal's website.

 

Updated: 12 August 2024 

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