Journal Standards

Bibliographic Data & Literature Citation (APA 7th Edition)

Shanlax International Journal of Education follows the APA (7th edition) citation style for all submitted and published manuscripts. Authors must provide complete and accurate bibliographic details for every source cited in their research. All in-text citations must clearly correspond with the entries listed in the References section.

In-text citations must include the author’s last name and year of publication. For direct quotations, page numbers must also be included. For online sources without page numbers, paragraph numbers or section headings may be used where applicable. Consistency between in-text citations and the reference list is mandatory.

All references are verified during the editorial and copy-editing process to ensure accuracy, formatting consistency, and adherence to APA guidelines. Proper citation enhances academic credibility, ensures transparency, and prevents plagiarism.

Below are examples of APA 7th edition references for different source types:

1. Book

In-text citation: (Harari, 2015)

Reference:
Harari, Y. N. (2015). Sapiens: A brief history of humankind. Harper Perennial.

2. Journal Article

In-text citation: (Smith & Johnson, 2020)

Reference:
Smith, J., & Johnson, M. (2020). Digital finance and economic growth. Journal of Financial Studies, 12(2), 40–58.

3. Journal Article with DOI

In-text citation: (Kumar, 2022)

Reference:
Kumar, R. (2022). FinTech innovations in India. International Journal of Banking Research, 8(3), 200–220. https://doi.org/10.1234/ijbr.2022.0345

4. Chapter in an Edited Book

In-text citation: (Brown, 2019)

Reference:
Brown, L. (2019). Sustainable banking practices. In R. Williams (Ed.), Emerging trends in finance (pp. 70–90). Springer.

5. Website Article

In-text citation: (Reserve Bank of India, 2024)

Reference:
Reserve Bank of India. “Annual Report 2023–24.” Reserve Bank of India, 2024, www.rbi.org.in.

6. Conference Paper

In-text citation: (Thomas, 2021)

Reference:
Thomas, P. (2021). E-commerce growth in emerging markets. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Trade (pp. 130–140).

All authors submitting to Shanlax International Journal of Education must strictly follow APA (7th edition) formatting guidelines in both in-text citations and the reference list. Manuscripts not adhering to APA standards may be returned for revision prior to peer review.

Font & Design

Shanlax International Journal of Education maintains a professional journal layout in Crown size format with uniform page settings across all issues. The journal uses Times New Roman font to ensure academic consistency and readability.

All headings, subheadings, paragraphs, tables, and references follow a structured and standardized formatting style. Adequate spacing, margins, and alignment are maintained throughout each issue.

The consistent layout enhances readability, improves academic presentation, and ensures compliance with international journal publishing standards.

Infographics & Exhibits

The journal maintains high-quality visual standards for all figures, charts, graphs, and infographics. All visual materials are produced or reproduced at a minimum resolution of 300 dpi to ensure clarity in both print and digital formats.

All tables and figures are properly numbered, titled, labeled, and aligned according to academic standards. Each exhibit is referenced appropriately within the text to maintain clarity and logical flow.

Visual materials must support the research findings and improve analytical understanding. Proper source acknowledgment is required for adapted or reproduced visuals.

Citation Record

Shanlax International Journal of Education ensures strong citation visibility by indexing and registering published articles in recognized academic databases. Articles are registered with Crossref for DOI assignment and citation tracking.

The journal’s content is also discoverable through platforms such as Google Scholar, SCILIT, and RePEc, which enhance global visibility and scholarly impact.

These indexing services help improve citation records, research discoverability, and academic credibility. The journal continuously monitors citation performance to strengthen its academic contribution.

Print Continuum

Shanlax International Journal of Education maintains consistency in its print publication schedule, issue numbering, and volume structure. The print version follows the same formatting and quality standards as the online edition.

To ensure accessibility and academic convenience, print copies of the journal are supplied to universities and college libraries. This facilitates availability of journal content to research scholars, faculty members, and academicians.

The print distribution system supports long-term preservation, institutional reference, and wider academic reach within higher education institutions.

Online Availability

Shanlax International Journal of Education is an open-access journal, and all full-text articles are freely available online without subscription barriers. Readers can access PDF versions of articles directly from the journal website.

Each article includes complete metadata such as abstract, keywords, author details, and DOI for easy discoverability.

The journal ensures permanent digital access through OJS platform management and secure server backups. Online availability supports global research access and knowledge dissemination.

Quality of Website

The journal website is regularly updated with current issues, announcements, editorial information, and author guidelines. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, accessible, and easy to navigate.

All sections including editorial board, policies, archives, and contact information are clearly displayed. Broken links, outdated information, and technical issues are monitored and corrected promptly.

The website supports transparency, ethical publishing practices, and seamless manuscript submission through the OJS system.

Multilingual Availability

Shanlax International Journal of Education primarily publishes articles in English to ensure international reach and academic visibility. However, the journal recognizes the importance of Indian languages in academic communication.