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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice or Microsoft Word document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is 1.5 spaced; uses Goudy Old Style with 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Author Guidelines

This guidance is intended for authors planning to submit a manuscript to DIMAR. Before submitting, ensure you have thoroughly reviewed the journal's focus and scope and formatted your manuscript according to the instructions below. Submissions that fail to meet these requirements will not be considered.

 

Registration

To submit an article to DIMAR, you must first register as an Author. Be sure to check the "Author" box during registration; otherwise, you will only be registered as a Reader and cannot access the "New Submission" option upon logging in.

 

Originality and Length

DIMAR articles are typically 5,000 to 8,000 words long, including the abstract, figures, tables, and references. However, exceptions may occasionally be made for manuscripts outside this range. Submissions must be original, unpublished works and should not be under review by another journal or included in conference proceedings. Authors must comply with relevant institutional research protocols, such as obtaining ethics committee approvals.

 

Manuscript Formatting Prior to Submission

Authors are encouraged to use the DIMAR Word Template, which provides the correct layout, fonts, and formatting for submissions.

Manuscripts must be written in English, following the spelling and punctuation conventions of the Oxford English Dictionary. Citations and references should follow the latest Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition (Full Note). Examples and resources are available on the website.

Before submission, please remove any field codes from software like Mendeley. Additionally, avoid using styles within your manuscript.

Item Description
Advice and Suggestions for Manuscript Submission Prior to initiating your writing process, please carefully consider the instructions outlined below. Failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in the return of your manuscript for revisions, potentially causing significant delays in the publication of your work.
Word Limit Specifications

Kindly ensure that your manuscript meets the prescribed word limit: 3,000-6,000 words (Applicable to Journal Articles)
All submissions are required to adhere to the following:
  • Submissions must be in Microsoft Word format (*.docx).
  • Manuscripts should be written in either Indonesian or English (Indonesian authors must use the Indonesian language during submission).
  • Manuscripts must be written in an objective third-person perspective, utilizing terms such as "writer" or "researcher" instead of "me" or "us."
Originality of Manuscripts

Only original manuscripts will be reviewed for publication. The manuscript must not have been previously published or submitted for publication elsewhere.
Revised Manuscripts

Dimar: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam will not accept revised versions of manuscripts that have been previously published elsewhere. To maintain authenticity, a manuscript must contain a minimum of 80% new content, with no more than 200 consecutive words (properly cited) directly reproduced from any previously published material.
Copyright

Throughout the publication procedure of Dimar: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam, it is imperative to emphasize that the acceptance of PDF copyright agreements is discontinued. As an integral step of the submission process, authors will be mandated to electronically endorse the Author Guarantee and Transfer of Copyright Agreement.
Plagiarism Concerns

Dimar: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam places utmost importance on combating plagiarism. Each element of the manuscript will undergo a comprehensive plagiarism assessment prior to publication approval. Authors are strongly encouraged to meticulously cite information from external sources and articulate all ideas using their own language. Any detected instances of plagiarism will be promptly communicated to the author for correction and may result in the exclusion of the manuscript from the publication process.
Authors and Affiliations

All author names should be presented collectively, separated by commas. It is imperative to furnish precise and accurate author names as they will be archived in official databases. Affiliations must be linked to the respective author's name with superscript numbers and should be formatted as follows: Institution/University/Organization, Country (excluding detailed address particulars such as city zip codes or street names).

For instance: Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al Mubarok, East Lampung, Indonesia.

The Corresponding Author(s) should be denoted with superscript. The exact email address(es) of the corresponding author(s) should be provided in a distinct section beneath the affiliation.
Title Instructions
  • he title should be succinct, precise, and compelling, limited to a maximum of 15 words.
  • All titles must adhere to title case formatting, wherein the initial letter of each principal word is capitalized, except for prepositions, conjunctions, and articles.
  • Exception: The initial word of the title or subtitle is always capitalized, regardless of its nature as an article, preposition, or conjunction.
  • Refrain from utilizing all uppercase letters in titles (e.g., "CHAPTER TITLE" is incorrect; "Title of Chapter" is correct).
Abstract

One of the main objectives of the abstract is to succinctly communicate the overall significance and conceptual progression of the study to a wide audience. Abbreviations should be avoided, and references should not be cited within the abstract. The abstract should not exceed 250 words and should be written in Bahasa Indonesia and English.

Guidelines:

  • Provide background information on the study.
  • Clearly outline the aims and scope of the paper.
  • Describe the methods employed in the study.
  • Summarize the key results or findings.
  • Present the conclusions drawn from the study.
Keywords

For all types of articles, authors have the option to include up to 5 keywords, with a minimum of 3 being mandatory.
Headings

Please ensure compliance with the formatting template outlined below for all titles featured in your manuscript. You retain the freedom to tailor the headings within your text according to the content of your manuscript. It is crucial to emphasize that headings and subheadings should not be assigned numerical values (e.g., 1. Introduction, 2. Background, etc.).
Text

The main body text should be formatted in 12-point Goudy Old Style font. Each new paragraph should be indicated by a single empty line. The entire document must be single-spaced and should include page and line numbers to assist in the review process.
Images

A manuscript is restricted to a maximum of 20 images. Any image or table not meeting the prescribed criteria will be returned to the author for rectification. All images must be provided as separate files in the .tif format. Furthermore, authors are accountable for securing permission to utilize any images subject to third-party copyright protection. For additional information, please consult the image guide.
Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition (Full Note) It is imperative to verify that all information presented in your manuscript is accurately cited from external sources, with appropriate references provided within the text. Each submission must include a minimum of 20 sources. Furthermore, it is requested that authors strictly adhere to the citation format outlined in the Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition (full note). Inaccurate formatting of references may lead to the manuscript being returned to the author for correction by the publisher. For comprehensive guidance and examples regarding the Chicago Manual of Style 17th Edition (full note), please consult Dimar: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam's provided template accessible here.
Self-Citation

Researchers may find it necessary to reference their previously published works to effectively convey ideas in their current manuscript. While Dimar: Jurnal Pendidikan Islam supports the use of self-citations in such instances, it is crucial that self-cited works constitute no more than 50% of the total references in the manuscript.
Equation Formatting If you can input symbols or equations directly into Microsoft Word, kindly proceed to do so. Alternatively, if the use of MathType is necessary for equation formatting, authors can download the free trial version of MathType from the following link: http://www.dessci.com/en/products/mathtype/.
Copy Editing and Proofreading Performing meticulous copy editing and proofreading on your manuscript prior to submission is imperative to ensure precise utilization of English, appropriate grammatical construction, and accurate spelling and punctuation. Manuscripts submitted to publishers are regarded as finalized and prepared for publication in their submitted form.

Please note: Manuscript Organization and Formatting Templates are intended to standardize manuscript delivery and do not necessarily reflect the final appearance of your work in print. The publisher reserves the right to exercise discretion over the format and design of the ultimate publication.

Kindly be aware that all manuscripts MUST be submitted through the online delivery system / OJS. Manuscripts submitted outside of this system will not be considered for publication.

Copyright Notice

In order to protect the copyright and integrity of the submitted academic works, we request that authors agree to the following copyright notice as part of the manuscript submission process:

  1. Copyright of Academic Works: Authors retain copyright over the academic works they submit to our journal. This copyright includes the right to publish, reproduce, distribute, and communicate the work to the public.
  2. Publication and Distribution: By submitting their academic work to our journal, authors grant the journal's publisher permission to publish the work in the journal and distribute it in print or electronic form.
  3. Work Licensing: Authors agree that their submitted academic work will be licensed under an appropriate Creative Commons License. This license will determine the rights and limitations of others who use the work.
  4. Reuse Rights: Authors can reuse their academic work in subsequent writings, provided they appropriately reference the original work published in this journal.
  5. Copyright Protection: We are committed to protecting the copyright of authors and will take appropriate actions against copyright violations committed by third parties.
  6. Compliance Commitment: Authors who submit manuscripts to our journal are deemed to have read, understood, and agreed to this copyright notice. They are also committed to complying with its provisions.

We understand that copyright is an essential right for authors, and we strive to safeguard the copyright and integrity of academic works published in our journal. Thank you for your cooperation in protecting your copyright and preserving the integrity of your academic work.

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