Instruction for Authors
Submission checklist
- Read the Aims & Scope to gain an overview and assess if your manuscript is suitable for this journal.
- Authors are required to upload three separate files: (1) an anonymized version of the manuscript, (2) a title page, and (3) an author declaration form. Each file must adhere to APA 7th edition style
- Manuscript Format:
The accepted file format is Microsoft Word.
The manuscript follows APA 7th edition style for all in-text citations and references.
Total word count (including references, tables, and figures) is within the specified limit.
- Title and Abstract:
The title is concise, descriptive, and accurately reflects the content.
An abstract of 150-250 words is included, summarizing the objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
3-5 keywords are provided below the abstract.
- Author Information:
A separate title page includes the title of the manuscript, author(s) names, affiliations, ORCID IDs, and contact information for the corresponding author and must adhere to APA 7th edition style guidelines.
All authors must have a registered ORCID ID; these should be included in the submission process and on the title page.
Author names or identifying information do not appear anywhere in the main manuscript document to ensure a double-blind review.
- Main Text:
The manuscript is structured according to journal guidelines (e.g., Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion).
All sources are properly cited in-text, and the manuscript uses APA 7th edition style consistently.
- Figures and Tables:
Figures and tables are clear, numbered sequentially, and referred to in the text.
Each figure/table is accompanied by a concise, descriptive title and legend.
- References:
All in-text citations are listed in the reference list, and all references follow APA 7th edition citation style.
Reference list entries are complete, including DOIs for online sources where available.
- Ethical Compliance:
Ethical approval has been obtained for research involving human or animal subjects, and a statement of approval is included in the manuscript.
Informed consent was obtained from all participants, where applicable.
- Data Availability and Transparency:
A statement about data availability is included, specifying where data supporting the findings can be accessed, or an explanation is provided if data are not publicly available.
- Conflict of Interest Statement:
A conflict of interest statement is included, disclosing any potential competing interests.
- Copyright and Permissions:
The manuscript has not been published elsewhere and is not under consideration at another journal.
Any third-party material included (e.g., figures, tables, text) has been granted copyright permission, and documentation is available.
Types of publications
The Central European Journal of Educational Research (CEJER) publishes three main types of contributions: Thematic articles, Research papers, and Book reviews. Each type of publication is designed to foster scholarly dialogue, share advancements, and provide critical perspectives on educational issues.
Thematic articles
CEJER publishes a thematic section with 4-6 papers focusing on the same topic. Papers should be 4-5000 words in length, including abstract, keywords, tables, figures, the references and the appendix are not included. For more information, please see: Thematic Section and Guest Editor Applications.
Research papers
Research papers are independent from the thematic section. A research paper should present results of original investigation. A research paper is a piece of academic writing based on its author’s original research on a particular topic, and the analysis and interpretation of the research findings. Papers should be 3-4000 words in length, including abstract, keywords, tables, figures, the references and the appendix are not included.
Book reviews
Book reviews provide concise, critical evaluations of recent publications in the field of education. Reviews should summarize the main arguments of the book, assess its contribution to educational research or practice, and identify its strengths and potential limitations. Reviews should be 2-3000 words length.
Thematic Section and Guest Editor Applications
The Central European Journal of Educational Research (CEJER) dedicates a thematic section in each issue to explore significant and timely topics in educational research. This section invites contributions that deeply examine a specific theme, offering new perspectives, critical analyses, and innovative ideas that contribute to the scholarly discourse and inform policy and practice.
To curate the highest quality content, each thematic section is overseen by one or two guest editors who bring expertise and a clear vision for the theme. Guest editors are responsible for defining the thematic focus, managing the peer review process, and guiding contributors in meeting the journal’s standards. This role offers a valuable opportunity for scholars to shape discussions on emerging issues and contribute meaningfully to educational research in Central Europe and beyond.
Application Process for Guest Editors:
Qualified scholars are encouraged to apply as guest editors for thematic sections in upcoming issues.
Applications should include:
A brief proposal outlining the proposed theme, its relevance, and its significance to the field of education.
An outline of possible topics or key questions to be addressed within the theme.
A summary of the applicant’s expertise and relevant editorial experience, if applicable.
Proposals should be submitted to the managing editors of CEJER, who will review applications based on the proposed theme’s relevance, the applicant’s qualifications, and the potential to attract impactful contributions.