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Author Guidelines

Author Registration

To maintain the security and integrity of the EnJourMe Online Journal System (OJS), new authors who do not yet have an EnJourMe account are required to register through the designated Google Registration Form. This registration procedure is implemented in accordance with the Universitas Merdeka Malang policy to prevent unauthorized account creation and malicious attacks on the journal's OJS platform.

After the registration form has been submitted and verified, the editorial team will create the author's OJS account and send the username and password via email.

Once the account has been created, all subsequent stages of the publication process—including manuscript submission, editorial communication, peer review, revision, and editorial decision-making—are conducted exclusively through the EnJourMe OJS. The external registration form is used solely for account creation, ensuring that the entire editorial workflow remains fully documented, transparent, and traceable within the OJS.

This journal accepts articles in the form of analyses, studies, applications of theories, research reports, materials development, and reviews on Culture, Language, and Teaching of English that have never been published anywhere else or submitted for consideration. Manuscripts should be submitted in soft copy format using Open Journal System (OJS) via EnJourMe http://jurnal.unmer.ac.id/index.php/enjourme (register and Online submissions)

General Instruction

1. The manuscript should be written in English.
2. The length of the manuscript is a minimum of 6 pages and no more than 16 pages. Editors will evaluate whether it is necessary to present more than 16 pages.
3. Use Mendeley or other tools for reference management and formatting.
4. Authors who wish to publish scientific articles in this journal should use the EnJourMe paper template.

Author Guidelines for the Research Article 
Research articles report original empirical research that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in the journal's scope. Manuscripts should present a clear research problem, appropriate methodology, valid findings, and a critical discussion of the results. Authors should organize their manuscripts according to the following structure.

1. Title
The title should be concise, informative, and accurately reflect the main focus of the study. It should consist of 10–20 words.

2. Abstract
The abstract should be factual, concise, and written as a single paragraph. It should briefly describe:

• the research background or problem,
• the research objective,
• the methodology,
• the main findings, and
• the conclusion or implications.

The abstract should not exceed 200 words.

3. Keywords
Provide 3–5 keywords or key phrases arranged alphabetically. Keywords should represent the main concepts of the article and should not simply repeat words from the title.

4. Introduction
The introduction should provide sufficient background and establish the significance of the study. It should include:

• the research background and context;
• the phenomenon or issue being investigated;
• a review of relevant literature and previous studies;
• the research gap or novelty of the study;
• the research problem(s) or research question(s);
• the objectives of the study; and
• the significance or expected contribution of the research.

The journal does not require a separate "Literature Review" or "Theoretical Framework" section. Relevant theories, concepts, and previous studies should be critically integrated into the Introduction to provide the scholarly context and justify the research. The Introduction should conclude with a clear statement of the study's purpose. All cited or paraphrased sources must be included in the reference list.

5. Method
The Method section should clearly explain how the research was conducted so that it can be understood and replicated. It should include:

• research design;
• participants, subjects, or data sources;
• instruments or materials;
• data collection procedures; and
• data analysis techniques.

The Method section should be written in the past tense using clear and precise language.

6. Result
The Results section presents the findings of the study objectively without interpretation. Results may be organized into subsections if necessary and should be supported by tables, figures, or other appropriate evidence. Do not repeat the same information in both the text and tables or figures.

7. Discussion
The Discussion section interprets and explains the significance of the findings. Authors should:

• explain how the findings answer the research questions;
• relate the findings to relevant theories and previous studies;
• discuss similarities, differences, and possible reasons for the results;
• highlight the contribution and implications of the study; and
• acknowledge any limitations where appropriate.

Avoid merely repeating the results. Instead, focus on interpreting their meaning and significance.

8. Conclusion
The Conclusion should summarize the main findings and their implications in relation to the research objectives. It should not simply restate the results or discussion. Where appropriate, authors may also provide recommendations for future research.

9. References
References must follow the APA (7th Edition) citation style. Authors are strongly encouraged to use reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote.

Only sources cited in the manuscript should appear in the reference list. References should be arranged alphabetically by the first author's surname. At least 60% of the references should be journal articles, with priority given to recent and relevant scholarly publications.

10. Appendices
Appendices may be included when they contain supplementary materials that support the study but are not essential to the main text, such as questionnaires, interview protocols, or additional data tables.

Author Guidelines for the Non-Research Article

Non-research articles include conceptual papers, literature reviews, scholarly reviews, and theoretical analyses. These manuscripts should provide critical insights, synthesize existing knowledge, or develop theoretical perspectives without presenting original empirical data. Authors should organize their manuscripts according to the following structure.

1. Title
The title should be concise, informative, and accurately reflect the focus of the article. It should consist of 10–20 words.

2. Abstract
The abstract should be written as a single paragraph of no more than 200 words. It should briefly describe:

• the topic or issue addressed;
• the purpose of the article;
• the approach or scope of the review or analysis;
• the main arguments or findings; and
• the conclusion or implications.

3. Keywords
Provide 3–5 keywords or key phrases arranged alphabetically.

4. Introduction
The Introduction should:

• introduce the topic and its significance;
• explain the rationale for the article;
• review relevant literature and theoretical perspectives;
• identify gaps, debates, or unresolved issues in the existing literature; and
• state the objectives and scope of the article.

The journal does not require a separate "Literature Review" or "Theoretical Framework" section. Relevant literature and theories should be critically integrated into the Introduction and, where appropriate, throughout the discussion.

5. Main Discussion

The main body presents a systematic and critical discussion of the topic. Authors may organize this section into appropriate headings and subheadings according to the nature of the article. The discussion should:

• critically analyze relevant theories, concepts, or previous studies;
• compare different perspectives or findings;
• synthesize existing knowledge rather than merely summarize it;
• identify strengths, limitations, controversies, or research gaps; and

• develop new insights, conceptual models, or recommendations where appropriate.

6. Discussion

The Conclusion should summarize the main arguments, highlight the contribution of the article, and discuss implications for research, policy, or practice. Recommendations for future studies may also be included.

7. References

References must follow the APA (7th Edition) citation style. Authors are strongly encouraged to use reference management software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote.

Only sources cited in the manuscript should appear in the reference list. References should be arranged alphabetically by the first author's surname. At least 80% of the references should be scholarly journal articles, with priority given to recent publications.

8. Appendix (if any)

Appendices may be included if necessary to provide supplementary materials.

Referencing Style
The references should be written in accordance with APA (American Psychological Association) style, Seventh Edition. Examples:

Book:

Alexie, S. (1992). The business of fancy dancing: Stories and poems. Brooklyn, NY: Hang Loose Press.

Chapter in a Book:

Booth-LaForce, C., & Kerns, K. A. (2009). Child-parent attachment relationships, peer relationships, and peer-group functioning. In K. H. Rubin, W. M. Bukowski, & B. Laursen (Eds.), Handbook of peer interactions, relationships, and groups (pp. 490-507). New York, NY: Guilford Press.

Journal:

Keller, T. E., Cusick, G. R., & Courtney, M. E. (2007). Approaching the transition to adulthood: Distinctive profiles of adolescents aging out of the child welfare system. Social Services Review, 81, 453-484.

Magazine article:

Mathews, J., Berrett, D., & Brillman, D. (2005, May 16). Other winning equations. Newsweek, 145(20), 58-59.

Article from an Online Magazine:

Lodewijkx, H. F. M. (2001, May 23). Individual-group continuity in cooperation and competition under varying communication conditions. Current Issues in Social Psychology, 6(12), 166-182. Retrieved from http://www.uiowa.edu/~grpproc/crisp/crisp.6.12.htm

Article Retrieved from an Online Database:

Senior, B., & Swailes, S. (2007). Inside management teams: Developing a teamwork survey instrument. British Journal of Management, 18, 138-153. doi:10.1111/j.1467-8551.2006.00507.x

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