Author Guidelines
Manuscript Preparation Guidelines (Short Format)

1. Language
Manuscripts are accepted in the following languages:
Azerbaijani
English
Russian
Turkish
Regardless of the manuscript language, the title, abstract, and keywords must be provided in English.

2. Article Structure (International Standard)
Title
Should be clear, informative, and reflect the content of the study.
Recommended length: 6–8 words, but must not exceed 13 words.
Avoid abbreviations.
Author Information
Full name(s) of the author(s)
Institutional affiliation (department, university, country)
Corresponding author’s email
ORCID ID (recommended)

Abstract (250–500 words)
The abstract should clearly include:
Purpose of the study
Methodology
Key findings
Conclusions
Keywords
4–6 keywords
Provided in English

3. Main Text Structure (IMRaD)
The manuscript should follow the international IMRaD format:
Introduction – background, relevance, and research objectives
Methods / Methodology – research design, data, and analytical methods
Results – findings presented clearly, supported by tables and figures
Discussion – interpretation of results, comparison with existing studies
Conclusion – summary of findings, implications, and recommendations

4. Technical Formatting
Paper size: A4
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
Line spacing: 1.5
Margins: 2 cm on all sides
Text alignment: Justified
Do not include page numbers (they will be added by the journal)

5. Tables and Figures
Must be numbered sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1)
Each must include a clear title
Source information must be provided where applicable

6. References
APA 7th edition format
All sources must be cited in the text (Author, Year)
Recent and scholarly sources (preferably from the last 5–10 years) are recommended

7. Submission Requirements
The manuscript must be original and free of plagiarism.
Language and formatting must be carefully checked.
Files should be submitted in DOCX format.
Due to the double-blind peer review process, two separate files must be prepared:
Anonymous Manuscript File (without author names or identifying information)
Title Page File, including:
Full author names and affiliations
Corresponding author details
ORCID IDs 
Author Contributions
Conflict of Interest Statement
Funding Information (if any)
Ethical Considerations
Acknowledgements (if applicable)