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Jurnal Pelita Nusa (JPN): Social and Humaniora

General Author Guidelines

Jurnal Pelita Nusa (JPN): Social and Humaniora accepts scientific articles relevant to the field of social sciences and humanities. Authors must ensure that submitted manuscripts meet high academic standards and have not been previously published or are not under consideration for publication in other journals. The general guidelines that authors must adhere to are as follows:

1. Originality and Publication Ethics
• Manuscripts must be original research work and free from plagiarism.
• All quotations and references must be properly cited following the journal's citation style.
• Authors are responsible for the validity of the data used in their research.
2. Language and Writing Style
• Manuscripts can be written in either Indonesian or English in an appropriate academic style.
• Use clear, concise language and adhere to proper grammatical rules.
3. Manuscript Format and Length
• The manuscript length should be between 4,000–7,000 words, including the abstract, tables, figures, and references.
• Manuscripts should be typed in Microsoft Word format, on A4-sized paper, with 1.5 spacing, Candara 12pt font, and 2.5 cm margins on all sides.
4. References and Citations
• Follow the latest edition of the American Psychological Association (APA) referencing system.
• The reference list should include relevant and recent sources (from the last ten years).

Structure of the Manuscripts

Manuscripts submitted to Jurnal Pelita Nusa (JPN): Social and Humaniora must adhere to the following structure:

1. Title
• It should be concise, precise, and reflect the content of the article.
• A maximum of 15 words, written in both Indonesian and English.
2. Abstract
• Written in both Indonesian and English, with a maximum of 250 words.
• It should include the research objective, methodology, main findings, and conclusion.
• Add 3-5 relevant keywords.
3. Introduction
• Explains the research background, problem statement, research objectives, and the contribution of the study to the field.
4. Literature Review
• Covers relevant theories and previous research findings.
• Should refer to credible and recent sources.
5. Methodology
• Describes the research methods used, including the research design, population and sample, data collection techniques, and data analysis methods.
6. Results and Discussion
• Presents research findings systematically with tables, graphs, or figures as needed.
• The discussion must be linked to existing theories or previous research.
7. Conclusion
• Summarises the key findings of the research.
• May include implications, recommendations, or suggestions for future research.
8. References
• Must follow the latest APA Style guidelines.
• Only sources cited in the manuscript should be included.

Example of Reference Formatting in APA Style:

Book:

Sugiyono. (2020). Metode Penelitian Kuantitatif, Kualitatif, dan R&D. Bandung: Alfabeta.

Journal Article:

Putra, A. B., & Sari, T. W. (2022). Analysis of the Impact of Digital Marketing on Increasing MSME Sales. Journal of Digital Economics, 5(2), 120-135. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Conference Paper:

Rahman, F. (2019). Digital Transformation in the Creative Industry. Proceedings of the National Seminar on Technology and Business, 45-50.

Website:

World Health Organization. (2021). COVID-19 and Mental Health. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/mental-health

By following these guidelines, authors are expected to prepare high-quality manuscripts that meet the academic standards set by Jurnal Pelita Nusa (JPN): Social and Humaniora. All submitted manuscripts will undergo a peer-review process to ensure the quality of the publication.

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