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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.

  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word,or WordPerfect document file format.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 14-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining; and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines, which is found in About the Journal.
  • If submitting to a peer-reviewed section of the journal, the instructions in Ensuring Double Blind Review have been followed.
  • Please provide your full name, surname, mobile phone number for contact (in the case of Thai individuals), and your affiliation under the heading "Message to the Editor".
  • I and any co-authors (if applicable), hereby certify that the article submitted herewith has not been previously published, is not under consideration for publication in any other journal or printing venue, and has not been accepted for publication in any other journal. I adhere to ethical publishing practices for the dissemination of research and academic articles in the Journal of Graduate Research.
  • I and any co-authors acknowledge the editorial policy regarding the evaluation and acceptance for publication of works in the Journal of Graduate Research. We consent to the editorial board's right to review and edit the original manuscript as deemed necessary. Furthermore, I hereby grant the copyright of the published article to the Journal of Graduate Research. In the event of any claims of copyright infringement related to images, diagrams, text portions, and/or opinions presented in the article, I and any co-authors accept sole responsibility.
  • If the editorial board of the Journal of Graduate Research discovers that the certification is untrue, or if I fail to comply with the publication evaluation policy, the editorial board reserves the right to immediately revoke the publication of the article without prior notification. I hereby acknowledge and consent to adhere to the agreement in all respects.
  • I have read the journal's submission guidelines and hereby acknowledge compliance with all requirements. I accept and adhere to the journal's terms and conditions in all respects

Author Guidelines

Guidelines for Manuscript Submission to the Ganesha Journal

Ganesha Journal, a biannual publication of Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, releases two issues annually: Issue 1 (January to June) and Issue 2 (July to December). The journal aims to disseminate academic works in various disciplines, including language and linguistics, literature and literary theory, as well as societal development.

Contributions to the Ganesha Journal fall into two categories:
1. Research Articles: Original research conducted by the author.
2. Academic Articles: Presentation of analyzed and synthesized information from various sources, such as theories, concepts, and research findings. These articles should offer valuable perspectives or opinions and provide clear references.

The work under consideration for publication in the journal must not have been previously published in any other journal, ensuring that the publication of Ganesha Journal adheres to standardized criteria and maintains a consistent format. Considering this, the editorial board provides the following guidelines for manuscript submission to the journal:

Manuscript Preparation

1. Language: The manuscript can be submitted in Thai or English. Various components of the research or academic manuscript should adhere to the following recommendations. Language experts should review English-language manuscripts for accuracy.

2. Formatting: Use Microsoft Word to format A4-sized paper (8.5 x 11 inches). Set margins at 1 inch from the top (1.25 inches for the first page), 0.8 inches from the bottom, 1.25 inches from the left, and 0.8 inches from the right. Organize content in two columns (except for the abstract, tables, figures, charts, and references). Column width 2.98 inches and gap between columns 0.25 inches. Page numbers must be placed in the top right corner of each page.

3. Font Style: Thai and English manuscripts should employ the TH Niramit AS font, adhering to the guidelines for submission of Thai manuscripts.
    3.1 Title: 18 pt., bold
    3.2 Authors’ names: 14 pt., regular
    3.3 Authors’ affiliation and academic position (if applicable): 12 pt., regular
    3.4 Main headings: 16 pt., bold
    3.5 Subheadings: 14 pt., bold
    3.6 Text content: 14 pt., regular

4. Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 15 pages, including tables, figures, and references.

5. Tables, Figures, Artworks, Graphs, and Charts: If these visual elements are small, integrate them into the text, organizing them into two columns. If they are large, arrange them in a single column. The author should selectively include only essential visuals and arrange them in order to be consistent with the content. Place the table title at the top of the table, while the names of figures, artworks, graphs, and charts should be positioned below, accompanied by concise and meaningful descriptions.

6. Submission of the Original Manuscript: Submit the original manuscript in Microsoft Word format through the electronic journal management system (ThaiJo) at the following website: https://so01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/pikanasan. Additionally, include the manuscript submission form, the certification of publication form, and evidence of payment of the publication fee via email to phikanatesan@gmail.com. Send the hard copy of the manuscript submission form for publication and the certification of publication form via postal mail.

 

Article Types

1. Research Article: A research article is a scholarly work derived from an empirical study or what is commonly referred to as research. The content of the article reflects the procedural aspects of the study, presenting the steps undertaken in the investigation. The exposition of research findings may encompass partial or completed research works.

2. Academic Article: An academic article is a composition curated by the author through a thorough examination of literature, translated works, and insights drawn from personal experiences or transmitted from others. The primary objective is to disseminate knowledge, intellectual content, valuable opinions, and academically beneficial perspectives within various disciplines.

 

Components of the Article

1. Title: The title should be concise, precise, and related to the content, with all uppercase letters. It should be placed in the center of the page.

2. Authors and Co-authors: Full names in English, with uppercase initials. Do not include prefixes or academic titles. The names should be placed in the center of the page after the title. Multiple authors are numbered and listed after each name. For students, enter the name of the thesis advisor as a co-author.

3. Affiliation: Include the affiliations in order from the primary agency to the main agency after the authors’ names. The academic position of the authors (if applicable) should be specified in the footnotes on the first page. For students, state the level of education, program, area of specialization, and educational institution.

4. Abstract: The abstract should not exceed 300 words and be presented in one column.

5. Keywords: Give a list of no more than five keywords at the end of the abstract.

6. Main Texts

    6.1 Research Article
          6.1.1 Introduction: Present the background and importance of the research problem. Including a review of related literature, variables used in the study, and reasons for conducting the research.
          6.1.2 Objectives: State the study's aims and the sought-after answers.
          6.1.3 Hypothesis (if applicable): Present anticipated responses to the study's issues, specifying variable relationships.

          6.1.4 Conceptual Framework: Present conceptual frameworks, theories, variables of interest for investigation, and the relationships between variables, in the form of diagrams.
          6.1.5 Research Methodology: Present a research design that involves various research methodologies, such as survey research, experimental research, qualitative research, etc. This section encompasses:
                     6.1.5.1 Population: Present the characteristics and the total number of individuals within the population under study.
                     6.1.5.2 Sample: Outline the sample size, criteria for selection, and the methodology employed to acquire the sample group.
                     6.1.5.3 Research Instrument: Introduce the type of research instruments used, including the process of their development and the criteria for ensuring their quality.
                     6.1.5.4 Data Collection: Delineate the steps involved in data collection and specify the duration of the data collection process (indicating the timeframe).
                     6.1.5.5 Data Analysis: This section provides an overview of the data analysis methodology employed, including the statistical techniques utilized in the data analysis process.
          6.1.6 Results: Present the research findings through a clear and focused analysis or synthesis, aligned with the research objectives. Elaborate on the research outcomes primarily through descriptive narratives. In the case of numerous studied variables or numerical data, represent them graphically through tables, charts, and graphs, integrating them seamlessly into the content. Accompany these visual representations with concise and comprehensive explanations to convey the essence succinctly.
          6.1.7 Conclusion: Summarize key points derived from the research.
          6.1.8 Discussion: Elaborate on how the research aligns with hypotheses, using relevant theories and studies to support the discussion of results.
          6.1.9 Suggestion: Suggestions are divided into:
                     6.1.9.1 Suggestions for the application of research findings: Offer suggestions for the implementation of research outcomes. The author should address the question of how the discovered research findings can be applied to derive practical benefits.
                     6.1.9.2 Suggestions for future research: Recommend exploring additional issues or variables to enhance the overall comprehensiveness of the study.

    6.2 Academic Article
           6.2.1 Introduction: Describe the article's significance before delving into the content.
           6.2.2 Body: Present new phenomena or knowledge relevant to the current academic context. Establish causal relationships, cite various sources, and give reasons supported by academic evidence that comes from studying and researching, as well as the author's own experiences. This is done to make the information trustworthy and believable for the readers.
           6.2.3 Conclusion: Summarize key points and emphasize the significance of the presented information.

7. References: Include only the documents cited in the article, formatted accurately and completely.

 

Document Citation
 
Citing documents is a crucial aspect of scholarly writing. The cited documents should not exceed 10 years, adhering to the American Psychological Association (APA) citation style. The citation should be formatted as follows:
 
1. In-text Citations:
Citations within the text serve as explicit references to the sources of information presented in the text. The author-date citation method is employed, wherein the author's name and the publication year are provided at the end of the text where the citation is needed.
 
    1.1 Citations for Individuals:
           1.1.1 Citing 1-2 Authors:
           In cases where the author's name is an integral part of the article.
           Phoosri and Treesopanakorn (2018) 
           Smith (2019)
 
           In cases where the author's name is not an integral part of the article.
           (Phoosri and Treesopanakorn, 2019).
           (Smith, 2019).
 
           1.1.2 Citing 3-5 Authors:
           For articles with three to five authors, cite all names the first time you cite the source. In subsequent citations, use the first author's last name followed by "et al."
           In cases where the author's name is an integral part of the article.
           First citation:
           Treesopanakorn, Leethong-in, and Boonkaew (2018)
           Subsequent citation:
            Treesopanakorn et al. (2018)
 
           In cases where the author's name is not an integral part of the article.
           First citation:
           (Treesopanakorn, Leethong-in, and Boonkaew, 2018)
           Subsequent citation:
           (Treesopanakorn et al., 2018)
 
           1.1.3 Citing 6 or More Authors:
           For articles with six or more authors, use the first author's last name followed by "et al." and the publication year. This format is the same for both the first and subsequent references.
           In cases where the author's name is an integral part of the article.
 
           Treesopanakorn et al. (2018)
 
           In cases where the author's name is not an integral part of the article.
           
           (Treesopanakorn, Leethong-in, and Boonkaew, 2018)
 
           1.1.4 Citing Multiple Works:
           Multiple works should be cited in alphabetical order of the authors' surnames, separated by semicolons.
           (Johnson, 2019; Ortega et al., 2018; Peterson, 2019).
 
    1.2 Citing Organizations:
    Reference organizations by their name as they appear. 
 
    (Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, 2019).
 
2. References:
The references section compiles all cited works at the end of the document. Each entry is arranged alphabetically by the author's last name. Translate each reference entry into English, specifying the original language of the referenced document at the end of each reference entry (e.g., [In Thai], [In Chinese]). There are details as follows:
 
    2.1 Book
Author. (Year of Publication). Title of book. (Edition). Place of Publication: Publisher.
 
Example:
Treesopanakorn, K. (2560). Handball. (2nd ed.). Chiang Mai: Chiang Mai Rajabhat University. [In Thai]
 
Buchanan, D. A. and Huczynski, A. A. (2019). Organizational behaviour. (3rd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
 
    2.2 Journal and Magazine
Author. (Year of Publication). Title of the article. Title of Journal, Volume(Issue), Page Range.
 
Example:
Sakulsriprasert, S. (2022). The psychometric properties of teacher attributions testing.
              Journal of graduate research, 13(2), 103-116. [In Thai]
 
Ryve, A. and Hemmi, K. (2019). Educational policy to improve mathematics instruction at scale:
              Conceptualizing contextual factors. Educational Studies in Mathematics, 102(3), 379-394.
 
    2.3 Electronic Media
Author. (Year of Online Publication). Title of work. Retrieved from http://www.
 
Example:
Phonvichai, T. (2016). Aec go on. Retrieved from http://www.thairath.co.th/content/613039 [In Thai]
 
Lawson, H. A. (2019). Social determinants of the physical education system.
              Retrieved from http://www.radpsynet.org/docs/wollman-attitude.html
 
    2.4 Conference Proceedings
Author. (Year of Publication). Title of the article. In Name of Conference Proceedings (page number),  
              Month-Date, Year. City of Publication: Publisher.
 
Example:
Pinsuwan, S. and Keawnopparat, S. (2006). Experimental and computational studies of epithelial transport
              of mefenamic acid ester prodrugs. In The Thailand Research Fund (Ed.), RGJ-Ph.D. Congress VII
              (p. 88-105), April 20-22, 2006. Bangkok: The Thailand Research Fund.
 
    2.5 Thesis and Dissertation
Author. (Year of Publication). Title of thesis. (Degree Level, Department, Institution).
 
Example:
Katang, K. (2018). The management of learning resources to support the philosophy of the sufficiency economy,
              Ban Mae Daet Noi School, Galyani Vadhana district, Chiang Mai province. (Master thesis, Education
              and Administration, Chaing Mai Rajabhat University). [In Thai]
 
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