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<strong>Publishing</strong> <strong>Educational</strong> <strong>Research</strong>: <strong>Guidelines</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Tips</strong><br />

Manuscript Checklist<br />

4. Singularity<br />

____ provides new information or confirms existing<br />

knowledge<br />

____ unique, original, or new elements are clearly revealed<br />

____ how old information may be used by others is stated<br />

____ applicability to salient groups is identified<br />

____ information that is presented is timely<br />

____ information is specialized or generalizable<br />

____ those who could use the information are identified<br />

____ the article improves the existing body of knowledge<br />

5. Quality<br />

____ article follows journal guidelines<br />

____ correct grammar, syntax, spelling, <strong>and</strong> punctuation<br />

are used<br />

____ nonsexist language is used<br />

____ ethnic bias is absent<br />

____ "h<strong>and</strong>icapping" language is absent (e.g., the<br />

disabled)<br />

____ information is presented in an orderly manner<br />

____ jargon <strong>and</strong> esoteric terms are absent<br />

____ communication is parsimonious<br />

____ article has been proofread<br />

____ original <strong>and</strong> copies have a clean appearance<br />

Contents<br />

Introduction<br />

Writing for<br />

Publication<br />

Manuscript Review &<br />

Decision Process<br />

Criteria for Judging<br />

Manuscripts<br />

Ethics & Etiquette<br />

Ideas for Junior<br />

Faculty<br />

Ideas for Graduate<br />

Students<br />

The Culture of<br />

<strong>Publishing</strong><br />

How to Choose a<br />

Journal<br />

Frequently Asked<br />

Questions<br />

References<br />

NEXT: Manuscript Review & Decision Process<br />

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