Author Guideline

All papers submitted to the journal must be written in good English, Arabic, or Indonesian. Authors, for whom neither English nor Arabic is their native language, are encouraged to have their paper checked before submission for grammar and clarity. The work should not have been published or submitted for publication elsewhere.

All manuscripts must be submitted to the Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching, Editorial Office, using Online Submission at the E-Journal portal address: Make Submission.
Where the author registers as Author online. If authors have any problems with the online submission, please contact the Editorial Office at the following e-mail: mirwan@uinsa.ac.id
Three types of manuscripts are acceptable for publication: Original Research Articles, Case Studies, and Review Articles.
Using the new template from the Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching.
The article consists of IMRAD, with about 4500 - 7500 words.
The Turnitin plagiarism check result must be below 20%.
The article is included in one of the scopes of this Journal.
Submitted articles will receive a response within 1 or 2 weeks; then the publishing process will undergo a peer review (double-blind) for a minimum of 3 months.
Details of the article can be downloaded in the template or explained below:

Type Title with Capitalize First Letter; Font Cambria; Size 14; Single Line Spacing; Paragraph Spacing: Above & Below paragraph-0pt

First Affiliation, Country, Orchid ID

Second Affiliation, Country, Orchid ID

Abstract (Cambria; Size 10; Single space Above-Below 0pt)

The abstract is written in English. An abstract is a brief, comprehensive summary of the contents of the article. It allows readers to quickly survey an article's contents and, like a title, enables persons interested in the document to retrieve it from abstracting and indexing databases. The abstract contains the main problem or research objectives, the approach or method used to solve it, important findings or conclusions, and the implications of the research results. Abstracts are presented in a paragraph containing 100-150 words. There should be no spelling, grammar, or expression errors in the language used.

Keywords: Keyword 1; Keyword 2; Keyword 3; Keyword 4

Introduction

(Cambria, 12, Single; 0 Pt) In this section, the writer or author presents the background of his or her study supported by accurate references (use body note with APA Style), Das sein and Das sollen (the ideal versus the reality), and the significance of the study in the academic sphere.

The introduction section of your research paper should include the following:

General introduction
Problem definition
Gaps in the literature
Problem solution
Study motivation
Aims & objectives
Significance and advantages of your work

Method

(Cambria, 12, Single; 0 Pt) This section describes how the research was conducted. The main materials must be written here: (1) research design; (2) population and samples; (3) sample collection techniques and instrumental development; and (4) data analysis techniques. The specifications and types of tools and materials must be documented if the research used them.

Finding and Discussion

(Cambria, 12, Single; 0 Pt) Results should be clear and concise. Discussion should explore the significance of the results of the work and not repeat them. Please avoid extensive citations and discussion of published literature.

The results and discussion section of your research paper should include the following:

Findings
Comparison with prior studies
Limitations of your work
Casual arguments
Speculations
Deductive arguments

Conclusion

(Cambria, 12, Single; 0 Pt) Conclusions should address the research objectives. Tells how your work advances the field from the present state of knowledge. Without clear Conclusions, reviewers and readers will find it difficult to judge the work and determine whether it merits publication in the journal. Do not repeat the Abstract, or just list experimental results. Provide a clear scientific justification for your work, and indicate possible applications and extensions. You should also suggest future experiments and/or point out those that are underway. The suggestions, arranged according to the research findings, are also presented in this part. These should be based on practical activities, new theoretical development, and/or advanced research.

References (APA Style 7th edition)

Khitom, K., & Bahy, M. B. A. (2023). Content Analysis of Iqra’ Book for Arabic Learning According to Krippendorff’s Perspective. 3(1), 60–74. 10.15642/jalsat.2023.3.1.60-74

Bahy, M. B. A., Ulum, M. S., Zuhdy, H., Rahman, A., Taufiq, M. A., & Naf’an, A. W. (2025). Exploring the Interplay of Personality, Learning Strategies, and Learning Environment in Mastering Arabic Grammar. Izdihar: Journal of Arabic Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature, 8(2), 163–180. https://doi.org/10.22219/jiz.v8i2.38146

Skillin, M. E., & Gay, R. M. (1974). Words into type (3rd ed. rev.). Prentice Hall.

University of Chicago Press. (2017). Chicago Manual of Style (17th ed.).

(We recommend that you use an updated reference (last 5 years). References are referenced from internationally reputed databases (we prefer). These databases include Sciencedirect (https://www.sciencedirect.com/), Splinger link (https://link.springer.com/), Taylor and Francis (https://tandfonline.com/), Sage Publishing (https://journals.sagepub.com/), Sinta (https://sinta.ristekbrin.go.id/journals ) etc.) Referensces at least 30-40.

Reviewing manuscripts

At least two peer reviewers independently review every submitted paper. The decision for publication, amendment, or rejection is based upon their reports/recommendations and made by the Editor. If two or more reviewers consider a manuscript unsuitable for publication in this journal, a statement explaining the basis for the decision will be sent to the authors within three months of the submission date.

Revision of manuscripts

Manuscripts sent back to the authors for revision should be returned to the editor without delay. Revised manuscripts can be sent to the editorial office through the Online Submission Interface. The revised manuscripts returned more than 1 month after the initial submission will be considered new submissions.

Authorship Criteria

Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching adopts the following authorship criteria, adapted from the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). All authors must meet all four criteria:

Make a substantial contribution to the conception or design of the study, or to the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data or source materials.
Draft the manuscript or revise it critically for important intellectual content.
Approve the final version to be published.
Agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work, ensuring that questions concerning the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.

These criteria apply to empirical research, theoretical studies, reviews, and other scholarly contributions published by the journal. Individuals who meet the first criterion must be given a reasonable opportunity to participate in manuscript preparation, final approval, and acceptance of accountability.

All individuals who meet the four criteria must be included as authors. Individuals who do not meet these criteria must not be listed as authors.

Author Contributions

Authors must provide an Author Contributions statement describing each author’s specific contributions. Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching encourages the use of the Contributor Role Taxonomy (CRediT), where applicable, including roles such as conceptualization, methodology, investigation, formal analysis, data curation, supervision, writing–original draft, and writing–review and editing.

An author may undertake several roles, and a role may be shared by multiple authors. The contribution statement must accurately describe the work performed and be approved by all authors. CRediT describes contributions; it does not independently determine eligibility for authorship.

Corresponding Author

The corresponding author is responsible for communication with the journal throughout submission, peer review, publication, and any post-publication inquiries. This author must ensure that:

All eligible authors are included, and no ineligible individuals are listed.
All authors agree on the authorship order and contribution statement.
All authors approve the submission and the final version for publication.
Author information and required declarations are complete and accurate.
Editorial inquiries and concerns are communicated to the relevant co-authors and addressed promptly.

Designation as the corresponding author does not confer sole responsibility for the article or imply a greater scholarly contribution than that of other authors.

Authorship Order and Changes

The order of authors must be agreed upon collectively before submission and should reflect their contributions and relevant disciplinary conventions.

Requests to add or remove an author, or to change the authorship order after submission, must be submitted to the editor by the corresponding author. Requests must include a clear explanation and written agreement from all listed authors, as well as from any individuals being added or removed.

Changes require editorial approval. The journal may suspend manuscript processing while a request is assessed. Changes after publication will be considered through a formal correction process when justified.

Acknowledgements

Contributors who do not meet all four authorship criteria should be recognized in the Acknowledgments section, with their permission and a description of their contribution.

Funding acquisition, general supervision, administrative support, technical assistance, translation, or language editing alone does not qualify an individual for authorship. A thesis or dissertation supervisor qualifies as an author only when all four authorship criteria are met.

Unacceptable Authorship Practices

JALSAT prohibits:

Gift, guest, or honorary authorship: listing individuals who do not meet the authorship criteria.
Ghost authorship: omitting individuals who meet the authorship criteria.
Coercive authorship: using authority or pressure to obtain authorship without qualifying contributions.
Purchased or sold authorship: offering, buying, or selling a position on the author list.

Suspected authorship manipulation will be assessed under the journal’s procedures for handling allegations of misconduct, with reference to relevant Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidance.

Artificial Intelligence and Authorship

Artificial intelligence tools, including generative AI and large language models, cannot be listed as authors because they cannot approve publication, accept accountability, or fulfill authorship responsibilities.

Authors must disclose the use of generative AI in preparing text, translations, images, or research analyses, identifying the tool and explaining its purpose and extent of use. Disclosures should appear in the Methods section or a separate declaration, as appropriate. Routine spelling and grammar checks do not require disclosure.

Human authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, references, and ethical integrity of all submitted content, including material produced with AI assistance.

Authorship Disputes

Authors should resolve disagreements about authorship before submitting a manuscript. If a dispute arises during the editorial process, Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching may suspend consideration until the parties reach an agreement or an appropriate institutional determination is provided.

Editors do not adjudicate unresolved disputes about individual contributions. Where necessary, the journal will refer the matter to the relevant institution or institutions. If a dispute affects an already published article, the journal will assess whether a correction or other editorial action is warranted.

Types of Manuscripts

Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching welcomes scholarly manuscripts that advance knowledge in Arabic language studies and Arabic language teaching and learning. All submissions must fall within the journal’s focus and scope and demonstrate originality, methodological rigor, and a clear contribution to the relevant scholarly discussion.

The journal considers the following manuscript types:

1. Original Research Articles

Original research articles report findings from empirical studies using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods. Relevant topics include Arabic linguistics, language acquisition, curriculum, teaching practices, assessment, instructional materials, teacher development, and technology in Arabic language education.

Manuscripts should clearly present the research problem, relevant scholarship, methodology, findings, discussion, and conclusion. The discussion must explain the contribution of the findings rather than merely repeat the results. Studies involving human participants must report relevant ethical safeguards.

2. Review Articles

Review articles critically synthesise existing scholarship to clarify the development of a field, evaluate available evidence, identify research gaps, or propose directions for further investigation.

The journal considers systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and critical or integrative reviews. Authors must explain the scope of the review, how sources were identified and selected, and how the literature was analysed. Systematic and scoping reviews must provide transparent and reproducible search and selection procedures. Bibliometric reviews must explain the data sources, search strategy, data cleaning, and analytical procedures, and interpret their findings beyond descriptive publication counts.

A descriptive compilation of previous studies without critical synthesis is insufficient.

3. Theoretical and Conceptual Articles

Theoretical and conceptual articles develop, refine, critically examine, or integrate theories, concepts, or analytical frameworks relevant to Arabic language studies and teaching.

Manuscripts must identify a clear conceptual problem, engage critically with relevant scholarship, and construct a coherent argument. Their contribution may include a new conceptual framework, a reinterpretation of an established theory, or a theoretically grounded explanation of a linguistic or educational phenomenon.

4. Research and Development Articles

Research and development articles report the systematic design, development, and evaluation of instructional materials, assessment instruments, curricula, learning media, or digital tools for Arabic language education.

Manuscripts must explain the needs analysis, theoretical foundations, development procedures, and evaluation methods. Claims about validity, usability, practicality, or effectiveness must be supported by evidence appropriate to each claim. Expert validation or user satisfaction alone must not be presented as evidence of improved learning outcomes.

5. Scholarly Case Studies

Scholarly case studies provide an in-depth investigation of a clearly defined case, such as a classroom, programme, institution, community, language practice, or educational intervention.

Manuscripts must justify the selection and boundaries of the case, explain data collection and analysis, and connect the findings to broader theoretical or scholarly questions. Descriptions of institutional activities or teaching experiences without systematic analysis are not sufficient.

General Submission Requirements

Authors must identify the manuscript type in their submission cover letter. Each manuscript must offer a clear scholarly contribution and use a structure appropriate to its purpose and methodology. The editorial team may recommend a different manuscript classification when necessary.

Journal of Arabic Language Studies and Teaching does not consider stand-alone abstracts, presentation slides, proposals, teaching modules, or descriptive activity reports as journal articles. Manuscripts derived from theses, dissertations, or conference presentations must be developed into self-contained articles and comply with the journal’s originality and publication ethics policies.

All manuscript types are subject to initial editorial screening and the journal’s peer-review procedures. Classification as a particular manuscript type does not guarantee acceptance.