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​Guidelines for Manuscript Submissions

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Submission Requirements Checklist:

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  • The manuscript has not been previously published and is not under review elsewhere.

  • Prepare a cover page with the manuscript title, author names, affiliations, contact information, and ORCID IDs (if applicable). Do not include the cover page with the manuscript file.

  • Prepare the abstract and keywords to be entered directly into the submission system. Do not include them in the manuscript file.

  • Prepare any acknowledgements to be entered directly into the submission system. Do not include them in the manuscript file.

  • If applicable, prepare a statement about funding sources and conflicts of interest to be entered directly into the submission system.

 

Manuscript Formatting:

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  • Format the manuscript following the HCI Academic Press Journal Guidelines for Manuscript Submissions and the APA Publication Manual, 8th edition.

  • Submit the manuscript as a Microsoft Word file (.doc or .docx).

  • Place tables and figures at the end of the manuscript after the reference list, formatted per the journal's guidelines and APA style.

  • Images must have a resolution of at least 300 dpi.

 

Manuscript Types:


HCI Academic Press Journals accepts a variety of manuscript types, including:​

  • Research articles

  • Reviews 

  • Literature reviews 

  • Research notes 

  • White papers 

  • Commentaries 

  • Case studies 

  • Policy analyses

  • Policy briefs

 

General Guidelines

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The journal's goal is to share research and evaluation that offers evidence-informed solutions and meaningful change processes to support community, educational, and organizational well-being. A wide variety of submission types are welcome, including research articles, reviews, literature reviews, research notes, white papers, commentaries, case studies, policy briefs, fact sheets, and multimedia works.

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Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

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Types of Submissions:

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  • Research Articles: Full-length research articles that share new findings and innovative approaches. Articles should be no more than 8,500 words, excluding references, tables, and figures.

  • Reviews: Reviews of books, podcasts, websites, and other media that contribute original knowledge and understanding. Reviews should be no more than 1,500 words.

  • Literature Reviews: Synthesis of research on evidence-informed solutions and processes . Articles should be no more than 4,500 words.

  • Research Notes: Short descriptive reports (no more than 4,000 words) on preliminary research or new research projects.

  • White Papers: Short (no more than 2,500 words) well-researched reports on current issues affecting community, educational, or organizational well-being.

  • Commentaries: Perspective and critical analysis pieces  (no more than 2,500 words).

  • Case Studies: Discussions of a particular case regarding social, educational, or organizational problems, solutions, or change processes (no more than 4,500 words).

  • Policy Analysis: Reviews of policies addressing social, educational, or organizational problems at a macro level (2,500-3,500 words).

  • Policy Briefs: Evidence-driven information on policy issues addressing community, educational, or organizational needs (no more than 1,500 words).

 

How to Submit a Manuscript:

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Authors should submit their manuscript using the online submission system. They will be prompted to enter cover page information and upload the manuscript file.

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Before submitting, authors should review the Submission Checklist.

 

Manuscript Formatting:

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Manuscripts must be submitted as Microsoft Word files (.doc or .docx) and follow APA style guidelines (7th edition).

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Specific formatting requirements include:

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  • 12-point Times New Roman font

  • 1-inch margins

  • Double-spaced, left-aligned text

  • APA-style headings

  • Tables and figures at the end of the manuscript, after references

 

Accessibility Standards:

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Manuscripts must adhere to accessibility guidelines, including:

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  • Using formatted headers

  • Properly formatting tables, graphs, and charts

  • Providing descriptive links

  • Including alt text/captions for images and figures

  • Ensuring appropriate color contrast

 

Bias-Free and Inclusive Language:

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The journal follows APA's guidance on using bias-free and inclusive language in all submissions.​

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All articles are published Open Access and there are no submission or publication fees.

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