AILACTE Journal Manuscript Review Criteria

Abstract

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Poor/No Abstract                                            Excellent

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Introduction: Topic, Purpose(s), Timeliness, and Relevancy

The topic and purpose(s) are clearly articulated, and there is a strong connection to the Theme.

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The topic is timely and relevant to the AILACTE membership.  NOTE: AILACTE membership includes independent, liberal arts colleges and universities with teacher education programs.

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Poor                                              Excellent

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Literature Review

The literature review provides a solid foundation for all aspects of the manuscript.

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Poor/No literature review                                             Excellent

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When there is no literature review, or most of the literature cited is dated (more than six years old), there is a reasonable explanation provided.

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Poor                                               Excellent/Explanation Unnecessary

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Research Methodology

The research methodology is rigorous and appropriate for the study.

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Poor/No research methodology                                              Excellent

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Appropriate procedures were used to analyze the empirical data.

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Poor/ No empirical data                                            Excellent

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Data Analysis, Tables and Figures, Discussion, Recommendations, Limitations, and Impact

The discussion, conclusions,  and recommendations are clear, conceptually deep, and supported by the empirical data.

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Poor/No empirical data                                            Excellent

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Tables and Figures (when appropriate) enhance and enrich the discussion and conclusions.

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Study limitations are described.

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Poor/ No Limitations Notes                                               Excellent/Limitations Noted

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The manuscript content will advance the existing knowledge base.

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Poor                                              Excellent

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Writing

The manuscript is focused, concise, well organized, and clearly written.  The manuscript is structured around the key elements (e.g., introduction, literature review, research methodology, discussion).

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The manuscript is free of spelling, typographical, and grammatical errors that divert the readers’ attention from the content.

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Poor                                              Excellent

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