Author Guidelines

Journal of Integrative Knowledge and Society (JIKS) invites authors to submit original research articles, review papers, case studies, and essays across a wide range of disciplines. All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure high academic standards and relevance. Authors are required to follow the guidelines below.

General Submission Requirements

  • Originality: Manuscripts must be original and not previously published or under consideration elsewhere.
  • Language: Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise, and formal English or Bahasa Indonesia.
  • Formatting:
    • Manuscripts must be prepared in Microsoft Word format.
    • Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, with 1.5 line spacing.
    • Include a title, abstract (200–250 words), 5–6 keywords, and references.
    • The manuscript length should be between 3,000 and 7,000 words, including references and appendices.
  • References: All sources must be properly cited using in-text citations and a reference list following APA 7th Edition style.

Manuscript Structure

  • Title: A concise and informative title reflecting the content of the manuscript.
  • Abstract: A summary of 200–250 words covering the objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
  • Keywords: Provide 5–6 relevant keywords.
  • Introduction: Clearly state the research problem, objectives, and significance of the study.
  • Literature Review: Present relevant theories and previous studies supporting the research.
  • Methodology: Describe the research design, methods, and procedures used.
  • Results and Discussion: Present findings along with critical analysis and interpretation.
  • Conclusion: Summarize key findings and highlight their significance.
  • References: List all cited works in APA 7th Edition format.

Submission Process

  • Online Submission: Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s online submission system.
  • Peer Review: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer-review process.
  • Revisions: Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers’ comments.

Ethical Considerations

  • Authors must ensure that their research complies with applicable ethical standards, including obtaining approval from relevant ethics committees when necessary.
  • Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to their research.