SEDIS Journal

Manuscript Structure and Format Guidelines

To ensure consistency and clarity in manuscript submissions to SEDIS (Socio-Economic Data and Information Systems) Journal, please adhere to the following international standard guidelines for manuscript structure and format:

Title Page

  • Title: Concise and informative
  • Author(s): Full names, affiliations, and email addresses
  • Corresponding author indicated with an asterisk () and contact details
  • Word count and number of figures/tables

Abstract

  • A structured abstract of no more than 250 words
  • Sections: Background, Objective, Methods, Results, Conclusion
  • Avoid abbreviations, references, or vague statements

Keywords

  • Provide 3-5 keywords or phrases relevant to your research
  • Use terms that facilitate discoverability

Introduction

  • Clearly state the research problem and objectives
  • Provide context for the study
  • Reference prior related research

Literature Review

  • Summarize relevant literature
  • Identify gaps and highlight the significance of your study

Methodology

  • Detail the research design, data collection, and analysis methods
  • Include ethical considerations and data sources
  • Present statistical or analytical tools used

Results

  • Present findings logically and concisely
  • Use tables, figures, and charts for clarity
  • Avoid interpretation or discussion in this section

Discussion

  • Interpret the results and relate them to the research question
  • Discuss implications and contributions
  • Compare your findings to prior literature
  • Acknowledge limitations

Conclusion

  • Summarize the main findings
  • Provide practical insights and implications
  • Suggest areas for future research

References

  • Cite all sources accurately using a consistent citation style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago)
  • Include only relevant and published works
  • Ensure completeness and accuracy

Figures and Tables

  • Use clear and informative titles
  • Label axes, legends, and data points
  • Refer to figures and tables within the text

Appendices (if necessary)

  • Include supplementary material that enhances understanding.
  • Number appendices (e.g., Appendix A, B) and refer to them in the main text

Language and Style

  • Write in clear and concise English
  • Check grammar, punctuation, and spelling
  • Avoid jargon and overly technical language
  • Use consistent terminology throughout

Manuscript Length

  • Articles typically range from 5,000 to 8,000 words, excluding references, tables, and figures. Longer articles may be accepted in some cases, but brevity is encouraged

Submission Format

  • Submit your manuscript as a single PDF file
  • Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial) in 12-point size
  • Double-space the entire manuscript

Cover Letter (Optional)

  • Include a brief cover letter with your submission, if desired
  • Address any specific considerations or requests to the editorial team

Peer Review Process

  • Manuscripts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process
  • Authors will receive feedback and may be asked to revise their work accordingly

Ethical Considerations

  • Ensure compliance with ethical standards, including proper citation, data privacy, and conflict of interest disclosure

Contact Information

  • For inquiries, contact our editorial office at [editorial@sedis.org]

By adhering to these manuscript structure and format guidelines, you contribute to the clarity and quality of your submission, facilitating the peer-review process and ensuring alignment with international standards for academic publishing.