Manuscript Preparation
Titles and Subtitles
The title must be clear and concise, accurately reflecting the content and focus of the research. It is recommended that it does not exceed 15 words. Subtitles may be used to organize the text, and they should also be objective and informative.
Abstract
Each manuscript must include an abstract in the main language of the text and in English. When the article is submitted in English, the abstract must be provided only in English. The abstract should not exceed 250 words and must include, in the following order:
- Contextualization;
- Research gap;
- Objective;
- Methodology;
- Results;
- Conclusion.
Keywords
Include three to five keywords, separated by semicolons, that accurately reflect the content of the article and facilitate indexing in academic databases.
Recommended Structure of the Text
Introduction
The introduction should contextualize the topic, highlight its scientific and social relevance, provide a brief and critical literature review, identify knowledge gaps, clearly formulate the research problem, and present the study objectives. The justification must demonstrate the importance of the research and its contribution. Conclude by outlining the structure of the article.
Theoretical Framework
The manuscript should present the key concepts related to the topic, critically review the existing literature, and include different perspectives, preferably drawing on studies published within the last five years, while also considering relevant classic works. The text should establish dialogue between the cited authors and support hypotheses or propositions with consistent arguments or empirical evidence.
Methodology
Describe in detail the type of study, the approach adopted, the procedures used, and the variables analyzed. Provide information about the population, sample, and data collection instruments. Present the methods of analysis and data processing, citing the sources of the employed techniques, including statistical ones. When applicable, indicate ethics approval.
Results
Organize and present findings clearly and objectively, using tables and graphs only when necessary and without redundancy. Highlight patterns, trends, and relationships identified, always aligned with the objectives or hypotheses of the study.
Discussion of Results
Critically interpret the findings in light of the reviewed literature, comparing them with previous studies and emphasizing convergences and divergences. Explain possible causes of the results, discuss theoretical and practical implications, relate them to the initial objectives, and point out limitations.
Conclusion
Directly answer the research question(s) or hypotheses, highlighting the main contributions and impacts of the study. Indicate the study’s limitations and suggest directions for future research. The conclusion must be clear, cohesive, and should not introduce new information.
Note: For guidelines on formatting, length, style, and citation/referencing standards (APA, 7th edition), please consult the section Author Guidelines.
