Submissions

Author Guidelines

Scientia Causa: Journal of Contemporary Pedagogy and Learning Science publishes original and high-quality scholarly manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of educational research, pedagogy, learning sciences, curriculum development, instructional design, and interdisciplinary studies on teaching and learning processes. The journal welcomes submissions in areas including, but not limited to, pedagogy, learning theory, educational psychology, instructional innovation, curriculum studies, teacher development, educational technology, assessment and evaluation, classroom management, and inclusive education. All submitted manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration by any other journal.

Submission Procedure

Manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the journal’s Online Journal System (OJS). Authors are required to register prior to submission and strictly follow all instructions provided within the OJS platform. Submissions that do not comply with these guidelines may be returned for revision before entering the review process.

Manuscript Format

• Paper size: A4, single-column

• Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides

• Line spacing: 1.0

• Length: Maximum 20 pages (including tables, figures, and references)

• Font: Times New Roman

  • Main text: 11 pt

  • Tables, figures, and references: 11 pt

  • Headings: 12–14 pt

Title, Abstract, and Keywords

• Title: Maximum 12 words (English)

• Author information: Author names should be written without academic titles; institutional affiliation and email address are required

• Abstract: Written in English (maximum 200 words), clearly presenting the research background, objectives, methodology, main findings, and conclusions

• Keywords: Up to 5 keywords that reflect the core topics of the manuscript

Article Structure

1. Introduction
   Presents the research background, problem formulation, research objectives, significance of the study, and relevant literature review within the field of pedagogy and learning science (15–20%).

2. Methodology
   Describes the research approach, data sources or participants, sampling techniques (if applicable), data collection procedures, and analytical methods relevant to educational research (10–15%).

3. Results and Discussion
   Presents research findings and provides critical discussion in relation to relevant theories, empirical evidence, classroom or educational contexts, and previous studies within the field.

4. Conclusion
   Summarizes key findings, theoretical and practical implications, study limitations, and recommendations for future research or pedagogical application.

References

• References and in-text citations must follow APA Style (7th Edition)

• At least 80% of references should be published within the last 10 years, prioritizing peer-reviewed journal articles, academic books, and reputable scholarly sources

• The use of reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote is strongly recommended

Review Articles

Review articles should include the following sections: Introduction, Theoretical or Conceptual Framework, Critical Analysis or Discussion, and Conclusion. Review manuscripts must demonstrate strong analytical depth, originality, and relevance to the development of pedagogy and learning science scholarship.

Checklist Before Submission

Before submitting the manuscript, authors must ensure that:

• The manuscript complies with these Author Guidelines

• The work is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere

• References are complete and formatted according to APA Style (7th Edition)

• Tables, figures, and illustrations are clear, properly numbered, and cited in the text

• Necessary permissions have been obtained for any third-party materials, if applicable