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The Guardianship Journal

Procedures

PROPOSAL PROCESS

The proposal must provide a 1-page, single-spaced synopsis with title of your research, subheadings, a reference page in APA 7th Edition Format and including the following:

  1. Introduction: Provide background on the topic and introduce the research question you seek to explore.
  2. Literature Review (two paragraphs): Introduce the theoretical theory or conceptual framework foundation that will be used to address the research question. Also, discuss what scholars are saying about the phenomenon. Additionally, include scholarly support that adds validity to your proposal
  3. Method: Discuss the approach (qualitative, quantitative, or mix-method) you will use to complete your study and how it will add to the body of knowledge. Will you collect and analyze data? Will you use scholarly literature? How will your submission add to the body of knowledge and the field?
  4. If you are submitting a video presentation for your proposal, you will additionally include a 1 to 3-minute video discussing the following: introduction, will you use a virtual background, your approach, and how it will add to the body of knowledge.
  5. Video format for review:
    • Video: MP4 format with a transcript, in .doc format, to comply with ADA.
  6. Support and References must be credible and in APA 7th edition format.
  • Academic journal article:
    • Reports original research
    • Printed in a professional journal
    • Article was peer-reviewed
  • Academic book:
    • Reports original work (compiled from years or decades of research)
    • The publisher of the book is an academic press or university press
    • May/may not be an edited volume
  • Other credible sources:
    • Science magazines (i.e.; Smithsonian, Natural History)
    • CQ Researcher
    • Government websites (i.e.; US Census Bureau)
    • Non-government organizations (i.e.; MercyCorps)
    • Academic encyclopedias (i.e.; Encyclopedia of Anthropology)

    ***If your proposal is accepted, follow the Manuscript Processes to submit it by the due date.***

    MANUSCRIPT PROCESSES

      Law Review Manuscript

      • Format for review: APA 7th edition, Microsoft Word, 12-point Times New Roman font, single-spaced, justified text formatting, 1-inch margins on all sides, 6,000 minimum word count, with subheadings.
      • Assemble the manuscript in this order: Abstract, Introduction, Background, Examine Major Cases and Statues, Analysis of the topic, Social Change, and Conclusion.
      • Before submitting, please familiarize yourself with the Guardianship Submission Guidelines and the Frequently Asked Questions.
      • DO NOT include the following: author(s), title page, headers, footers, page numbers

      Article Manuscripts

      • Format: APA 7th edition, Microsoft Word, 12-point Times New Roman font, single-spaced, justified text formatting, 1-inch margins on all sides, 6000 minimum word count, with subheadings.
      • Assemble the manuscript in this order: Abstract, Introduction, Background, Literary Review, Methods, Results, Figure and Tables (if and where appropriate), Social Change, Discussion, Conclusion, References.
      • Figures should be cited in numerical order according to their first mention in the text.
      • Before submitting, please familiarize yourself with the Guardianship Submission Guidelines and the Frequently Asked Questions.
      • DO NOT include the following: author(s), title page, headers, footers, page numbers

      Videos with a Manuscript

        1. Guidelines for Video:
      • The videos will provide an understanding and impact of the phenomenon. As such, showcasing and/or demonstrating events, new information and applications, existing techniques and procedures, data discussions, guidelines and protocols for social science practices, etc
        • Examples are but are not limited to:
      • Procedures: Demonstrations of crime scene investigations, emergency response protocols, or legal processes.
      • Simulations and Drills: Emergency response simulations, fire safety drills, or homeland security exercises.
      • Case Studies: Videos showcasing policy implementation, public administration challenges, or law enforcement operations.
      • Analytical Techniques:Demonstrations of data analysis methods or decision-making models in public policy and political science.
      • Events and Protocols: Documenting public safety events, community engagement activities, or administrative procedures.
      • Summaries and Overviews: Authors summarize their research's key findings or implications. Authors explaining research data, case studies, or policy frameworks.
      • Animated Videos: Depictions of legal processes, policy development workflows, or decision-making pathways.
      2. Guidelines for Video Formatting:
    • Video length: 10 minutes maximum.
    • All videos must include a close caption transcript file in one of the following format: (.DOC)
    • If authors are using PowerPoint as a visual, it must be included in your submission. Additionally, the PowerPoint must follow APA 7th edition format.
    • Video must be in one of the following formats: MP4 format with a transcript to comply with ADA.

      3. Guidelines for Manuscript:
    • Format of the manuscript portion for review: APA 7th edition, 5,000 word count minimum, single space, with subheadings.
    • Assemble the manuscript portion in this order: Abstract, Introduction, Background, Literary Review, Methods, Social Change, Discussion, Conclusion, References and Appendix.
    • DO NOT include the following: author(s), title, headers, footers, page numbers

      4. Submission ORDER for Video with Manuscript: These files will be uploaded in one submission using the order listed below:
    • The video MUST be submitted FIRST, and all additional documents listed will be uploaded next
    • Close caption transcript file in one of the following format: (.DOC)
    • The manuscript document

    ***Please use professional language and professional dress for videos***

    The Editorial Board will review the submission and return one of the following emails: Accepted, Accepted with minor revisions, Accepted with major revisions, or Denied.