Writing Guidelines for E-Journal and Printed Journal
Graduate Program, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (PPs UNY)

The Graduate Program at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) maintains high standards for academic publications. These guidelines serve as a comprehensive reference for researchers, lecturers, students, and academic writers who wish to submit articles to UNY's electronic journals (e-journals) and printed journals.

1. General Requirements

• Articles must be original work and not previously published in any other journal or under consideration for publication elsewhere.
• Articles should contribute significantly to the field of study and demonstrate rigorous research methodology.
• Authors must adhere to ethical standards in academic writing, including proper citation of sources and avoidance of plagiarism.
• The journal accepts articles in both Indonesian and English, depending on the specific journal's language policy.

2. Article Structure

All articles submitted to UNY journals should follow this standard structure:

2.1 Title

• Concise, descriptive, and accurately reflects the content of the article
• Maximum of 15 words
• Should include keywords relevant to the field of study

2.2 Author Information

• Full name of author(s) without academic titles
• Affiliation (department, faculty, university)
• Email address of corresponding author

2.3 Abstract

• Brief summary of the research (150-250 words)
• Written in both Indonesian and English for Indonesian-language articles
• Should include: background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusion
• No references or abbreviations unless standard

2.4 Keywords

• 3-5 words or phrases
• Separated by semicolons
• Used for indexing purposes

2.5 Introduction

• Background of the study
• Problem statement
• Research objectives
• Significance of the study
• Should not exceed 20% of the article length

2.6 Literature Review

• Theoretical foundation
• Related previous studies
• Research gaps that justify the current study
• Should not exceed 25% of the article length

2.7 Research Method

• Research design
• Research participants or data sources
• Data collection instruments and procedures
• Data analysis techniques
• Should be clearly explained to allow replication

2.8 Results and Discussion

• Presentation of findings
• Interpretation of results
• Comparison with previous studies
• Limitations of the study
• Should form the largest section (30-40% of the article)

2.9 Conclusion

• Summary of main findings
• Implications for theory and practice
• Suggestions for future research
• Should not introduce new information

2.10 Acknowledgments (Optional)

• Thanks to individuals or institutions that supported the research
• Information about funding sources

2.11 References

• All cited works must be listed
• Consistent citation style (usually APA 7th edition)
• Should include primary sources from reputable journals
• Minimum number of references varies by journal

3. Technical Requirements

3.1 Formatting

• A4 paper size
• 1.5 line spacing
• 12-point font size
• Times New Roman font
• Margins: 3 cm on all sides

3.2 Length

• 6,000-8,000 words for research articles
• 3,000-5,000 words for conceptual papers
• Length may vary according to specific journal requirements

3.3 Figures and Tables

• Numbered consecutively with descriptive titles
• Referenced in the text
• Formatted according to journal specifications
• Include source citations if not original

4. Submission Process

1. Prepare manuscript according to these guidelines
2. Submit through the journal's online submission system
3. Include author information in a separate document for anonymous review
4. Ensure all requirements are met before submission

5. Ethical Considerations

• Authors must ensure their work is original and has not been plagiarized
• All sources must be properly cited
• Research involving human subjects must have received appropriate ethical clearance
• Acknowledgment of all contributors to the research
• Declaration of any potential conflicts of interest

6. Differences Between E-Journal and Printed Journal

6.1 E-Journal

• Digital format with online accessibility
• Typically faster publication process
• May include multimedia elements (videos, interactive charts)
• Global reach through online databases
• Often uses DOI for persistent identification

6.2 Printed Journal

• Traditional paper format with physical distribution
• Longer publication timeline due to printing process
• Often limited to text and static images
• Focus on institutional and national distribution
• Prestige associated with established print tradition

7. Copyright and Licensing

• Upon acceptance, authors typically transfer copyright to the journal
• Most UNY journals use Creative Commons licensing (usually CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)
• Authors may retain certain rights to use their work for non-commercial purposes
• Readers may access and distribute articles according to license terms

8. Contact Information

For inquiries regarding article submission to Graduate Program journals at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, please contact:

Journal Editorial Board
Graduate Program, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta
Jl. Colombo No. 1, Yogyakarta 55281
Indonesia
Email: jurnal@uny.ac.id