Author Guidelines

The Libyan Journal of Educational Research and E-Learning (LJERE) welcomes original research submissions in education and e-learning. Authors may submit through our online system or via email.

1. Submission Methods

  • Online Submission (Preferred):
    Use our submission portal at [submission link here] to upload files and track your manuscript's progress.

  • Email Submission:
    Send to Ljere.editor@gmail.com with subject: "Submission: [Article Type] - [Last Name]"

2. General Requirements

  • Original, unpublished work not under review elsewhere

  • Languages: English or Arabic (English abstract required)

  • File format: .docx (preferred) or PDF

  • Include separate files for:

    • Anonymous manuscript (no author details)

    • Title page with full author affiliations and contact information

    • Cover letter (optional but recommended)

3. Manuscript Structure

  • Title: Clear and concise (max 15 words)

  • Abstract: 150-250 words (structured with Purpose, Methods, Findings, Implications)

  • Keywords: 4-6 terms

  • Main Text: Follow IMRaD structure:

    • Introduction (with research gap and objectives)

    • Literature Review

    • Methodology

    • Results

    • Discussion

    • Conclusion (include practical implications)

  • References: APA 7th edition format

4. Formatting Specifications

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12pt

  • Line spacing: 1

  • Margins: 2.5 cm (1 inch) all sides

  • Page numbers: Bottom center

  • Article length: 4,000-8,000 words (including references)

  • Figures/Tables: Numbered sequentially with clear captions

5. Peer Review Process

  • Double-blind review system

  • Typical review period: 4-6 weeks

  • Authors may suggest potential reviewers

6. Ethical Requirements

  • Plagiarism screening: <20% similarity (via Turnitin)

  • Human subjects research: Must include ethical approval documentation

  • Conflicts of interest: Must be disclosed

  • ORCID iDs: Strongly encouraged for all authors

7. Online Submission Procedure

  1. Create an account on our submission portal

  2. Upload all required files

  3. Confirm submission and track progress through your author dashboard

Questions?  Contact our editorial office at Ljere.editor@gmail.com