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Jurnal Pendidikan Geografi: Kajian, Teori, dan Praktek dalam Bidang Pendidikan dan Ilmu Geografi

Author Guidelines

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

All manuscripts submitted to and published by this journal must be written in English. For submissions where the corresponding author's native language is not English, a statement confirming that a professional English translation service has reviewed the manuscript is required. Authors are encouraged to use one of the recommended professional English translation services. The manuscript should be between 8 to 15 pages in length, including references. If the submission exceeds 15 pages, the editorial team will assess the necessity of the additional length. Authors are advised to use reference management tools such as Mendeley, End Note, or Zotero and format their references using APA 6th edition style.

Manuscript submitted to this journal should follow the heading below, except for the review article: Title; Authors Name; Authors Affiliation; Abstract; Keywords; Introduction; Methods; Results and Discussion; Conclusions; Acknowledgment (optional); Funding; Author Contributions; Declaration of Conflicting Interests; Data Availability; and References.

1. Title
This is your opportunity to attract the reader’s attention. Remember that readers are the potential authors who will cite your article. Identify the main issue of the paper. Begin with the subject of the paper. The title should be accurate, unambiguous, specific, and complete. Do not contain infrequently used abbreviations. Number of words in the title is no more than 20 words.

2. Authors name and affiliation
Write Author(s) names without titles and professional positions such as Prof, Dr, Production Manager, etc. Do not abbreviate your last/family name. Always give your First and Last names. If you have one word name such as Laksana, write Laksana Laksana. Write clear affiliation of all Authors. Affiliation includes: the name of the university, address, and country. Please indicate the Corresponding Author (include email address) behind the name.

3. Abstract
The abstract should be clear, concise, and descriptive. This abstract should provide a brief introduction to the problem, and objective of the paper, followed by a statement regarding the methodology and a brief summary of results. The abstract should end with a comment on the significance of the results or a brief conclusion. An abstract should stand alone, which means that no citation in the abstract.

4. Keywords
A maximum of 5 keywords separated by a semicolon (;), crucial to the appropriate indexing of the papers, are to be given.

5. Introduction
A well-structured Introduction should provide readers with the necessary background to understand the context and significance of the study, while clearly articulating the research problem. This section is not intended to present a separate or exhaustive literature review; however, relevant prior studies may be cited selectively to support the rationale and establish the scholarly context. The introduction should begin by outlining the broader issue or real-world problem that motivates the research, offering concise background information highlighting the topic's relevance and urgency. It should then present a clear rationale, explaining why the study is needed, whether to address unresolved questions, fill knowledge gaps, or improve existing methods. This rationale should be supported by current and thematically relevant citations, ideally from the last ten years. Following this, the author should identify the specific research gap or limitation in prior studies that the current research aims to address. This gap justifies the novelty and contribution of the work. Finally, the introduction should conclude with a direct and precise statement of the research objective, expressed in clear, declarative language (e.g., “This study aims to…”). All these elements should be presented coherently without breaking them into subheadings, ensuring the introduction flows naturally as a unified narrative.

6. Method
This section describes how the study was conducted, providing sufficient detail to ensure replicability and to demonstrate methodological rigor. Each part should be written clearly and concisely, focusing on transparency and coherence. The method section must include the following key elements: (1) Study Design: Explain the overall design of the study (e.g., experimental, quasi-experimental, correlational, survey, case study). Include the type of approach (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods) and justify the choice based on the research objectives. (2) Participants: Provide details about the individuals involved in the study, including the number of participants, their demographic characteristics (e.g., age, gender, educational background), and relevant inclusion or exclusion criteria. This helps clarify the scope and representativeness of the sample. (3) Target Population and Sampling Techniques: Describe the broader population from which the sample was drawn. Explain the sampling method (e.g., random sampling, stratified sampling, purposive sampling) and provide a rationale for its appropriateness in relation to the study’s goals. (4) Instruments (including sample items, scoring procedures, and psychometric details such as validity and reliability): List all instruments or tools used for data collection. Include sample items, scoring procedures, and any scales employed. Report psychometric properties such as validity (e.g., content, construct) and reliability (e.g., Cronbach’s alpha, inter-rater reliability), with references to prior studies or the current study's validation process. (5) Measurement Tools: Describe any measurement or assessment tools that are distinct from survey instruments, such as observation protocols, performance tests, rubrics, or standardized instruments. Specify what each tool measured and how data were recorded or scored. (6) Research Procedures and Timeline (if applicable): Detail the sequence of research activities, including data collection phases, interventions (if any), and other key procedural steps. If relevant, include a timeline or duration of each phase, especially in longitudinal or multi-stage studies. (7) Data Analysis Strategy (include statistical tests used and types of comparisons; standard methods need no justification, while advanced techniques should be supported with citations): Outline the statistical or qualitative analysis methods used to answer the research questions. For quantitative studies, specify the statistical tests conducted (e.g., t-test, ANOVA, regression analysis), the software used, and any assumptions tested. For advanced or uncommon methods, provide citations. For qualitative studies, describe the coding procedures, analytical frameworks, or software tools used.

7. Results and Discussion
This section presents the key findings of the study and simultaneously interprets their meaning in relation to the research questions, relevant literature, and broader educational implications. It should reflect both analytical depth and scholarly engagement, with a clear and logical flow of information. Data should be presented concisely, avoiding duplication across tables, figures, and the main text. Rather than repeating the entire contents of a table, the text should summarize or highlight the most important data points. Use past tense to describe the findings, but refer to figures and tables in the present tense. Interpretation and discussion should involve a critical analysis of the results, drawing comparisons with previous studies, and linking them to relevant theoretical frameworks. Consistencies or discrepancies with prior research should be discussed, along with possible explanations. The section should elaborate on how the findings contribute to the field, address identified research gaps, or offer new insights. Practical, theoretical, or educational implications must also be addressed, particularly those relevant to geography education, such as advancing teaching and learning strategies, improving spatial thinking and geo-literacy, promoting sustainability and environmental awareness, enhancing disaster preparedness through educational design, or integrating findings into curriculum development in geographical studies. Emphasis should be placed on how the research supports interdisciplinary understanding of human–environment interactions and aligns with the goals of Sustainability Education, Spatial Education, and Disaster Education. Authors should also acknowledge any limitations related to study design, methodology, or scope that may affect the generalizability or validity of the results. Finally, provide specific and actionable recommendations based on the findings, whether for future research, teaching practice, or educational policymaking, especially those that support innovation in geographical instruction and knowledge dissemination. All of these elements should be written as a unified narrative, without dividing them into separate “Results” and “Discussion” subsections.

Section Heading
Authors are allowed to use headings up to Level 3 only. Please structure your manuscript clearly and consistently using hierarchical headings to enhance readability and logical flow. The use of more than three levels of subheadings is not permitted.

Table
Tables are sequentially numbered with the table title and number above the table. Tables should be centered in the column OR on the page. Tables are referred in the text by the table number. eg: Table 1. Do not show vertical line in the table. There is only horizontal line should be shown within the table. A manuscript may contain a maximum of 10 tables. Only include data in tables that are: (1) Essential for understanding the results, (2) Summarized and comparable (e.g., statistical values, experimental findings, coded responses), (3) Better interpreted visually in a structured format rather than text. Avoid placing in tables: (1) Raw data or overly detailed figures that could overwhelm the reader, (2) Descriptive content better presented as narrative, (3) Redundant information already discussed fully in the text. Tables should be clear, concise, and self-explanatory without needing to refer excessively to the main text.

Figure
Figures are sequentially numbered commencing at 1 with the figure title and number below the figure as shown in Figure 1. Detailed recommendations for figures are as follows: (1) Ensure that figures are clear and legible with typed letterings, (2) Black & white or colored figures are allowed, (3) Hard copy illustrations should, preferably, be scanned and included in the electronic version of the submission in an appropriate format as follows: BMP; WMF; EPS; Microsoft Graph; Microsoft Draw. A manuscript may contain a maximum of 5 figures.

Bullets
Bulleted and numbered lists should be avoided within the body text. Authors are encouraged to present information in the form of descriptive paragraphs to ensure better narrative flow and coherence throughout the manuscript.

Equations
Equations should be numbered serially within parentheses as shown in Equation (1). Equation should be prepared using MS Equation Editor (not in image format). The equation number is to be placed at the extreme right side.

Units, Abbreviations and Symbols
Metric units are preferred. Define abbreviations and symbols at the first time as they are introduced in the text. Definition of symbols should be presented in paragraph form, not as list bulleted.

8. Conclusion
The main conclusion(s) of the study should be presented in a short conclusion statement highlighting the goals of the study and its importance. State new hypotheses when warranted. Include recommendations when appropriate. Conclusion shall be written in a paragraph. Do not repeat the Abstract, or just list experimental results.

9. Acknowledgment (optional)
Recognize those who helped in the research, especially funding supporter of your research. Include individuals who have assisted you in your study: Advisors, Financial supporters, or may other supporter i.e. Proofreaders, Typists, and Suppliers who may have given materials.

10. Funding
You are requested to identify who provided financial support for the conduct of the research and/or preparation of the article and to briefly describe the role of the sponsor(s), if any, in study design; in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data; in the writing of the report; and in the decision to submit the article for publication. If the funding source(s) had no such involvement, it is recommended to state this.

11. Author Contributions
For transparency, we encourage authors to submit an author statement file outlining their individual contributions to the paper using the relevant CRediT roles: Conceptualization; Data curation; Formal analysis; Funding acquisition; Investigation; Methodology; Project administration; Resources; Software; Supervision; Validation; Visualization; Roles/Writing - original draft; Writing - review & editing. Authorship statements should be formatted with the names of authors first and CRediT role(s) following. Sample: Zhang San: Conceptualization, Methodology, Software. Priya Singh: Data curation, Writing- Original draft preparation. Wang Wu: Visualization, Investigation. Jan Jansen: Supervision. Ajay Kumar: Software, Validation. Sun Qi: Writing- Reviewing and Editing.

12. Declaration of Conflicting Interests
All authors must disclose any financial and personal relationships with other people or organizations that could inappropriately influence (bias) their work. Examples of potential competing interests include employment, consultancies, stock ownership, honoraria, paid expert testimony, patent applications/registrations, and grants or other funding. Authors must disclose any interests in two places: 1. A summary declaration of interest statement in the title page file (if double anonymized) or the manuscript file (if single anonymized). If there are no interests to declare then please state this: 'Declarations of interest: none'. 2. Detailed disclosures as part of a separate Declaration of Interest form, which forms part of the journal's official records. It is important for potential interests to be declared in both places and that the information matches.

13. Data Availability
Explain where and how the data supporting the findings of this study can be accessed, including any repository links, digital object identifiers (DOIs), or specific access instructions. Indicate whether the data are openly available, available upon reasonable request, or subject to restrictions (e.g., due to privacy, ethical, or legal considerations). If the data are not publicly available, please provide a clear justification. Additionally, specify the type of data shared (e.g., raw data, processed data, analysis scripts), and ensure that all shared datasets are properly anonymized if they involve human participants.

14. References
All references cited in the manuscript must be listed in the reference section and formatted consistently according to the journal’s citation style (APA 6th edition). The references should reflect the main scientific foundations of the research and consist only of sources the authors have read. Each manuscript must include a minimum of 20 references, with at least 85% drawn from peer-reviewed scientific journals published within the last ten years. While the use of textbooks should be minimized, citations from general websites must be avoided, unless they originate from credible scientific institutions or official data sources. Authors are required to provide DOIs or stable URLs for all references whenever available. To ensure scholarly integrity, excessive self-citation should be avoided, as well as excessive citations of publications from the same region, in order to maintain a balanced and globally relevant perspective. Although the use of reference management tools such as Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote is encouraged, authors must manually verify all metadata. Including author names, article titles, journal names, volume, issue, page numbers, and DOIs to ensure completeness and accuracy. Unnecessary inflation of references should be avoided.