TYPES OF MANUSCRIPTS
The ABAA Journal accepts manuscripts that adhere to the principles of scholarly writing and uphold rigorous scientific standards. The ABAA Journal considers the following types of manuscripts for publication:
Original research papers
Original research papers, also known as regular papers, form the foundation of scientific inquiry in the ABAA Journal. These papers should be centered around an original scientific hypothesis that remains unresolved. The hypothesis should be systematically tested through experimentation and/or theoretical models, employing the scientific method with appropriate statistical planning and analysis. While the primary focus is on hypothesis-driven research, comparative studies involving methods, varieties, or management practices may be considered as scientific articles in exceptional cases. Such articles must offer a logical scientific rationale, address important field-specific problems, or contribute to significant conceptual advancements.
The structure of an original research paper should comprise the following sections:
Title: Clearly and succinctly represents the content and focus of the paper.
Abstract and Keywords: A concise summary of the research findings, limited to 250 words, along with 5-8 keywords that capture the essence of the study.
Introduction: Provides an overview of the research background, highlights the research gap, and outlines the research objectives.
Theory: Presents the theoretical framework or conceptual basis guiding the research.
Results and Discussion: Presents the empirical findings, supported by data analysis, and provides an in-depth interpretation and discussion of the results in relation to the research objectives.
Conclusions: Summarizes the main findings, discusses their implications, and offers insights for future research directions.
References: Cites all the sources and references used in the manuscript using APA style. Please you must adhere to the following guideline: APA (stands for American Psychological Association). This resource will provide comprehensive instructions on formatting your references according to the required APA style for the ABAA Journal. It is important to follow these guidelines meticulously to ensure accurate and consistent citation of all the sources used in your manuscript. These instructions cover various types of sources, such as journal articles, books, conference papers, and websites, and provide specific examples and guidelines for each. Proper citation not only gives credit to the original authors but also helps readers locate and access the cited works for further reference. In addition to formatting the references, it is also important to consider the in-text citation format. The ABAA Journal may have specific requirements for how in-text citations should be presented within the text of your manuscript.
Review Articles
The submitted Review articles to the ABAA Journal undergo a rigorous review process to ensure their quality and validity. The purpose of Review articles is to provide a comprehensive overview and analysis of the existing knowledge on a specific topic, while also offering critical insights and suggestions for future research.
When preparing a review article, authors should focus on presenting an in-deep analysis of the subject matter. This includes synthesizing information and summarizing relevant research findings, identifying gaps or controversies in the existing literature, and providing a critical evaluation of the methodologies and approaches employed in previous studies.
Review articles should adhere to the general structure of a scientific manuscript. This typically includes a clear and informative title, an abstract that provides a concise summary of the article's main points, keywords that help categorize the content, an introduction that contextualizes the topic and outlines the article's objectives, a comprehensive literature review section, a critical analysis of the findings, and a conclusion that summarizes the main arguments and highlights areas for further research.
Authors are encouraged to provide accurate and complete references to support their analysis and to ensure that the information presented is reliable and traceable. Additionally, review articles may include figures, tables, or supplementary material to enhance the understanding of the topic or to provide additional relevant data.
