Author Guidelines
A. INTRODUCTION
Cakrawala Tarbiyah: Journal of Islamic Education is a scientific journal published by Institut Al-Masthuriyah Sukabumi. The journal publishes empirical research articles, research and development studies, conceptual studies, and scholarly works that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practices in Islamic Education.
The journal is published twice a year, in May and November, and is available in Open Access format.
These guidelines are provided to assist authors in preparing manuscripts in accordance with the journal's standards. Manuscripts that do not comply with these requirements will be returned to the authors for revision before entering the review process.
B. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
| No. | Requirement | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Language | Manuscripts may be written in standard Indonesian or in clear and correct English. |
| 2 | Manuscript Length | 4,000–7,000 words, including the abstract, references, and appendices. |
| 3 | Article Types | Empirical research, research and development (R&D), conceptual/theoretical studies, or literature reviews. |
| 4 | File Format | Microsoft Word (.docx) or OpenOffice (.odt). |
| 5 | Paper Size | A4 (210 × 297 mm). |
| 6 | Margins | Top: 2.5 cm; Bottom: 2.5 cm; Left: 3 cm; Right: 3 cm. |
| 7 | Font | Times New Roman, 12 pt for the main text and 10 pt for abstracts and footnotes. |
| 8 | Line Spacing | 1.5 spacing throughout the manuscript, except for the abstract, which should use single spacing. |
| 9 | Page Numbers | Page numbers should be placed at the bottom-right corner. |
| 10 | Originality | The manuscript must be the author's original work and must not have been previously published in any journal or other media. |
C. MANUSCRIPT STRUCTURE
1. Empirical Research/Research and Development Articles
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | Maximum 20 words. The title should be informative, specific, and reflect the content of the article. Use title case. |
| Author Names | Full names without academic titles, institutional affiliation, email address, and ORCID ID (if available). |
| Abstract | Written in both Indonesian and English. Maximum 250 words, consisting of background, objective, method, results, and conclusion. |
| Keywords | 3–5 words or phrases, separated by semicolons (;). |
| Introduction | Presents the research background, identification of the research gap, a brief literature review, and research objectives. |
| Research Method | Includes the research type/design, subjects/participants, instruments, data collection techniques, and data analysis techniques. |
| Results and Discussion | Presents research findings, accompanied by tables or figures when necessary, followed by discussion referring to relevant theories and previous studies. |
| Conclusion and Recommendations | Provides answers to the research objectives, implications, and recommendations for future research. |
| References | Must follow APA 7th Edition. A minimum of 15 references is required, with at least 80% published within the last 10 years. |
| Appendices | Included when necessary, such as research instruments, supporting documents, or other relevant materials. |
2. Conceptual Study/Literature Review Articles
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | Same requirements as research articles. |
| Author Names | Same requirements as research articles. |
| Abstract | Same requirements as research articles. |
| Keywords | Same requirements as research articles. |
| Introduction | Presents the research background and the urgency of the study. |
| Discussion | Provides an in-depth analysis of the concepts or theories discussed, systematically organized with clear subsections. |
| Conclusion | Summarizes the main findings and implications of the study. |
| References | Must follow the same requirements as research articles. |
D. WRITING FORMAT
1. Citations and References
The journal uses the APA (American Psychological Association) 7th Edition citation style with the author-date method.
Examples of In-Text Citations:
| Type | Example |
|---|---|
| One author | (Hasan, 2022) or Hasan (2022) states that... |
| Two authors | (Nur & Sari, 2023) |
| Three or more authors | (Rahman et al., 2024) |
| Direct quotation | (Hasan, 2022, p. 45) |
Examples of References:
Journal Article:
Zuhri, M., & Fauzi, A. (2024). Inovasi model pembelajaran PAI berbasis project-based learning di madrasah. Cakrawala Tarbiyah: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam, 1(1), 15–30. https://doi.org/10.xxxxx/xxxxx
Book:
Wahid, A. (2021). Pendidikan Agama Islam di Era Digital. Pustaka Ilmu.
Book Chapter:
Mulyana, D. (2023). Metodologi penelitian pendidikan Islam. Dalam A. Hasan (Ed.), Dinamika Pendidikan Islam Kontemporer (hal. 89–112). Rajawali Pers.
Thesis/Dissertation:
Nurdin, S. (2022). Pengembangan Kurikulum PAI Berbasis Karakter di Sekolah Menengah Atas [Tesis, UIN Jakarta]. Repositori UIN Jakarta.
Website:
Kementerian Agama RI. (2024). Data Peserta Didik Madrasah 2024. https://emadrasah.kemenag.go.id
2. Tables and Figures
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Tables | Tables must be numbered consecutively, with the title placed above the table. Use 10 pt font and single spacing. Avoid overly complex tables. |
| Figures/Charts | Figures must be numbered consecutively, with the title placed below the figure. Images must be clear, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. |
| Source | The source of tables or figures must be provided if they are not the author's own work. |
Example of a Table:
Table 1. Frequency Distribution of Islamic Education Learning Outcomes
| No. | Achievement Level | Frequency | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Very High | 15 | 25.0 |
| 2 | High | 30 | 50.0 |
| 3 | Moderate | 12 | 20.0 |
| 4 | Low | 3 | 5.0 |
| Total | 60 | 100 |
3. Arabic-Latin Transliteration
Arabic-Latin transliteration should follow the guidelines established by the Joint Decree of the Minister of Religious Affairs and the Minister of Education of the Republic of Indonesia No. 158/1987.
| Arabic | Latin | Arabic | Latin |
|---|---|---|---|
| ا | A | ط | Th |
| ب | B | ظ | Zh |
| ت | T | ع | 'Ain |
| ث | Ts | غ | Gh |
| ج | J | ف | F |
| ح | H | ق | Q |
| خ | Kh | ك | K |
| د | D | ل | L |
| ذ | Dz | م | M |
| ر | R | ن | N |
| ز | Z | و | W |
| س | S | ه | H |
| ش | Sy | ء | ' |
| ص | Sh | ي | Y |
| ض | Dh | – | – |
E. PUBLICATION ETHICS AND DECLARATIONS
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Originality | Authors declare that the manuscript is their own work and is free from plagiarism. |
| Conflict of Interest | Authors declare that they have no conflict of interest that could influence the research findings. |
| Research Ethics | Research involving human participants or animals must obtain ethical approval from an authorized ethics committee. |
| Copyright | By submitting the manuscript, authors agree to publish the article under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. |
| Declaration | Authors are required to upload a Manuscript Originality Statement and Copyright Transfer Agreement Form during submission. |
F. SUBMISSION PROCESS
Manuscripts must be submitted online through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) at:
https://jurnal.inalmasthuriyah.ac.id/index.php/cakrawala/index
Submission Steps:
- Register as an Author in the OJS system.
- Log in and select "Make a New Submission".
- Complete the manuscript metadata, including the title, abstract, keywords, author affiliation, and other required information.
- Upload the manuscript file in .docx/.odt format without author identification for the blind review process.
- Upload the signed Manuscript Originality Statement.
- Click "Finish Submission" and wait for confirmation from the editorial team.
G. REVIEW PROCESS
All submitted manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer review process by at least two reviewers who are competent in the relevant field. The review process evaluates:
- Originality and novelty of the research;
- Contribution to the development of Islamic Education;
- Appropriateness of the research methodology;
- Accuracy of data analysis;
- Relevance and currency of references;
- Quality of writing and language.
Authors will receive notifications regarding the manuscript status through email and the OJS dashboard.
H. ARTICLE PROCESSING CHARGES
Cakrawala Tarbiyah: Journal of Islamic Education does not charge any fees for manuscript submission, review, or publication. There are no Article Processing Charges (APCs).
Printing and physical delivery costs, if applicable, shall be borne by the author.
I. CONTACT
For further information, please contact:
Editorial Office:
Cakrawala Tarbiyah: Journal of Islamic Education
Institut Al-Masthuriyah Sukabumi
Jl. Raya Cisaat No. 42, Cisaat, Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia
Email: cakrawalatarbiyah@inalmasthuriyah.ac.id
J. SUBMISSION CHECKLIST
Before submitting your manuscript, please make sure that you have completed the following requirements:
- The manuscript has not been previously published in any journal or other media.
- The manuscript has been prepared according to the journal template.
- The abstracts in Indonesian and English have been properly written.
- APA 7th Edition citation style is used with the assistance of Mendeley or Zotero.
- Tables and figures are numbered and provided with clear titles.
- The Manuscript Originality Statement has been signed and uploaded.
- The manuscript file has been uploaded without author identification for the blind review process.
- Author metadata has been completely filled in the OJS system.
We look forward to your scholarly contributions to the development of Islamic Education!
Cakrawala Tarbiyah: Journal of Islamic Education
Institut Al-Masthuriyah Sukabumi