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Author Guidelines

The submitted manuscript for publication in the International Journal of Multidisciplinary in Cultures & Religions Studies must be an original manuscript that has never been published elsewhere and is not being under consideration for publication in any other journals. All authors are required to strictly comply with the regulations, format, and processes for submission of research article, academic article, book review, review article, and special article for publication in the International Journal of Multidisciplinary in Cultures & Religions Studies. The in-text citations and reference list must be according to the APA style (7th edition).

The points of view and opinions expressed in the manuscript are of the authors’ responsibility, not of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Multidisciplinary in Cultures & Religions Studies. The authors must consider the principles of research ethics by which the manuscript must not contain plagiarism and do not infringe any copyright. In this regard, the Journal requires that the percentage of duplicate content must not exceed 20% by employing the CopyCat program of the Thai Journals Online (ThaiJo) System, announced in September 2020.

Instructions and requirements for authors wishing to publish the manuscript:

1) The authors must study the format and perform preliminary formatting as prescribed by the Journal.

2) The authors must log in at https://so04.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijmcr to submit the manuscript (in .doc or .docx format/ Word document).

3) The manuscript must pass the format checking by the Editorial Board and the authors must revise accordingly to the suggestions of the Editorial Board.

4) The content and components of the manuscript must pass the consideration and approval by the Editorial Board before submitting to the experts for peer-review.

The Journal of Multidisciplinary in Cultures & Religions Studies does not have the policy to collect publication fees more than what is specified above. Authors should be careful of people impersonating members of the Editorial Board asking for additional charges. The Journal has no involvement and does not take responsibility in any aspect.

6) The manuscript must pass the peer-review by 2 experts and the consideration of the Editorial Board is taken as final. In the case that the author’s manuscript does not pass the peer review and consideration from the experts and Editorial Board, the Journal reserves the right not to publish the manuscript and without refund in any aspect.

7) Whichever journal group the International Journal of Multidisciplinary in Management and Tourism will be in after being assessed by the Thai Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI), the authors agree to accept the assessment results without any argument.

8) The content of the manuscript that has been revised according to the experts must be highlighted in red color for the Editorial Board to verify that the authors have revised it. The Editorial Board will consider that the authors have not revised the content if it is not highlighted in red color. The authors have not more than 1 month to revise the content after receiving the peer review results from the Journal.

9) Although the manuscript has already been approved, if the Editorial Board is unable to contact the author and the author does not revise the manuscript or takes longer time to revise than the specified period, the Journal reserves the right to reject the publication of the manuscript and cancel the acceptance letter for publication, by which the author will be notified through the registered email.

10) If the manuscript and the processes of manuscript submission are not complete, the postponement of publication in each issue/ number is under the authority and right of the Editorial Board without asking for permission from the manuscript's author.

Manuscript Preparation

1) The manuscript must be in .doc or .docx format/ Word document only.

2) The manuscript must be written on a standard A4 paper with a length of 10 – 15 pages (including the references page), written on 1 side of the paper and set for 1 column, and written in Times New Roman font with font size at 12 points.

3) The margin on 4 sides of the paper must be set for 1 inch equally with single line spacing. The paragraph should be indented 7 spaces.

4) The resolution of figures and tables used for presentation must appear sharp and must be numbered and titled in bold letters beneath the figures and tables e.g., Table 1, Figure 1, or Model 1. The figures presented must contain the complete details and be understandable without having to reread the body text. The figures must be in consecutive order according to the content in the manuscript in which the description must be concise and consistent with the figures presented.

5) The manuscript title must be in both English (22 pt.) placed in the middle of the paper.

6) The author’s name must be in English (16 pt.) without inserting the academic title. The author’s name must be typed in regular letters and placed below the manuscript title and on the right margin. The superscript number should be inserted in front of the author’s name to identify the author’s institute. In the case that there are more than 2 co-authors and from the same institute, insert only 1 superscript number; but if the co-authors are from different institutes, the superscript numbers of 1,2,3 should be inserted in front of each author’s name, respectively.

7) Each version of the English abstract must not exceed 300 words.

8) The keywords (3-5 keys) must be specified from the manuscript title.

9) The main heading (14 pt. and in bold letters) must be typed on the left margin while the sub-headings (12 pt. and in bold letters) must be 7 spaced from the main heading and start at the 8th space in the same alignment.

10) The use of numbers throughout the manuscript must be Arabic numerals.

11) As for the in-text citations, only the last names are translated into English as well as identifying the A.D. (Anno Domini). As for the reference list, all last names, first initial, and A.D. must be translated into English (See the reference example).

12) The manuscript can be submitted online at https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ijmmt

Formatting

Research Article

The research article should contain the following components:

1) The title of the research article must be in both English (22 pt.)

2) Author’s and co-authors’ names (16 pt.)

3) Name of faculty, institute and country (12 pt.) (letters are not in bold)

4) email (12 pt.)

5) Abstract : the title must be 14 pt., while the body text must be 12 pt. and does not exceed 300 words. Identify the research objective(s), type of research, research population, research area, data analysis (statistics, descriptive), and results of the research according to each objective.

8) Keywords (12pt.) (3 – 5 keys according to the title of the research article and punctuated by a semicolon (;)

9) Introduction (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

9.1) Background, context, research problems, issues (put in-text citation)

9.2) A case study/ A case area (put in-text citation)

9.3) Academic concepts, principles, theories, guidelines for practice, problem-solving standards or the promotion and development standards (put in-text citation)

9.4) The motivation and reasons for the study (must reflect and relate to the above-mentioned issues and the research objectives). Expectations, values, and benefits to be expected from the study.

10) Objectives of the research (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

To…………………………………………………………………

11) Research Methodology (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

1st Step: Documentary Study

2nd Step: Field Study

3rd Step: Key Informants

4th Step: Research instruments and methods used in the study

1) In-depth interview

2) Focus group discussion

3) Study and follow up on the results/ experiment/ training

5th Step: Data collection

6th Step: Data analysis

7th Step: Summary and presentation of the research results

12) Research results (14pt., Body text 12 pt.)

From the 1st objective, the research result was found that ………………...

From the 2nd objective, the research result was found that ………………..

From the 3rd objective, the research result was found that ………………..

13) The new body of knowledge (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

The new body of knowledge is the synthesis of the body of knowledge in the form of a chart, diagram, concept map, or model. Along with the explanation of processes, methods, procedures, values, benefits, a model and guideline for utilizing and practicing of the new knowledge in order to promote, develop, and change individuals, societies, and organizations (the explanation should be concise, comprehensive, and understandable).

14) Discussion of research results (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

The discussion should be in narrative form and point out the connections, consistency, similarities, differences with the theoretical framework and other past research works.

From the research result of the 1st objective, it was found that …………….... This is because ………………………..…. is consistent with the concept, theory, and research work of ……………………………

From the research result of the 2nd objective, it was found that …………….... This is because ………………………..…. is consistent with the concept, theory, and research work of ……………………......…

From the research result of the 3rd objective, it was found that …………….... This is because ………………………..…. is consistent with the concept, theory, and research work of ...........………………....

15) Conclusion (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

The conclusion should cover the overview and results of the research. It must be in narrative form without using the numbered list. The letters must not be set in italics or bold, and no figures or models inserted.

16) Suggestions (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

From the results of the research, the researcher has the suggestions as follows:

1) The suggestions from the research (for applying with whom? what institute? how?)

From the research result of the 1st objective, it was found that ………………………….. Therefore, the related institute should apply as follows ………………………………………………………………..........

From the research result of the 2nd objective, it was found that …………………….......Therefore, the related institute should apply as follows …………....................................…………...................…

From the research result of the 3rd objective, it was found that …………………………. Therefore, the related institute should apply as follows ………………………………………………………………………

2) The suggestions for future research (must relate and further develop from this research article)

The future research should involve the following issues:

2.1………………………………………………..........................

2.2………………………………………………..........................

2.3………………………………………………..........................

18) References

The reference sources appearing in the entire content must be written as a complete reference list according to the reference guidelines of the Journal. The reference list must be sorted in alphabetical order A-Z. Do not cite any reference that does not appear in the article content.

Academic Article

The academic article should contain the following components:

1) The title of the academic article must be in English (22 pt.)

2) Author’s and co-authors’ names (16 pt.)

3) Name of faculty, institute, country (14 pt.) (letters are not in bold)

4) Corresponding author’s email (14 pt.)

5) Abstract: the title must be 14 pt., while the body text must be 12 pt. and does not exceed 300 words. The abstract should present the research findings, points of view and perspectives that reflect solutions, alternatives, the new body of knowledge, principles, approaches, and academic practices. All of which should be written concisely, orderly, and classifying into each item and issue in a clear manner.

6) Keywords (12 pt.)

7) Introduction (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

7.1) Background, context, research problems, issues/ a case study/ a case area (put in-text citation)

7.2) Academic concepts, principles and theories, guidelines for practice, problem-solving standards or the promotion and development standards (put in-text citation)

7.3) The motivation and reasons for the study. Expectations, values, and benefits to be expected from the study.

8) Content (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

8.1) The author should present context, background, research questions, issues, and essences under the academic framework. All of which should be written orderly and classified into a category as well as sorting from high to low priority and from main to minor issues by inserting numbered lists, paragraphs, and spaces in a clear and easy to understand manner (put in-text citation).

8.2) The author should present principles, concepts, theories, and guidelines for practice that reflect perspectives and a new body of knowledge in a categorical, systematic, and procedural manner in order to be an alternative solution for problem-solving or the promotion and development that is consistent with academic principles (put in-text citation).

9) Conclusion (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

10) Suggestions (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

From the results of the research, the researcher has suggestions for applying in the institute and organization as well as for personal efficiency development, including suggestions for future research for those who are interested.

1) The suggestions from the research (for applying with whom? what institute? how?)

1.1……………………………………………………………......

1.2……………………………………………………………......

1.3……………………………………………………………......

2) The suggestions for future research (must relate and further develop from this research article)

The future research should involve the following issues:

2.1……………………………………………………………............

2.2……………………………………………………………............

2.3……………………………………………………………...........

11) References (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.) (See the reference example)

Review Article and Book Review

1) Title (in English 22pt.)

2) Author’s name (in English) (16 pt.)

4) Name of faculty, institute and country(14 pt. and letters are not in bold)

5) Corresponding author’s email (14 pt.)

The Book Review should contain the following components:

Picture of the book cover

Translation of: ……………………………………….……...

Author: …………………………………………………….....

Translated by: …………………………………………..….

Publisher: …………………………………………………....

Year of Publication: ………………………………………

Number of Pages: …………………………………………

6) Introduction (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

6.1 Context and background of the book or the issues being studied

6.2 Components of the book or the issues being studied, chapters, categories, characteristics, types, objectives, values, benefits, essences, etc.

7) Content (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

Components of the book or the issues being studied, chapters, categories, characteristics, types, objectives, essences, points of view, perspectives, etc.

8) Review (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

The author should present principles and concepts through analysis, synthesis, and review that reflect perspectives, reasons, expectations, impacts, and essences according to the academic theories. As well as suggesting the guidelines for improvement, promotion, and further development (put in-text citation if applicable)

Strong Points / Weak Points

19) Conclusion (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.)

The conclusion should cover the overview and results of the research. It must reflect the academic values and its utilization. The conclusion should be in narrative form without using the numbered list. The letters must not be set in italics or bold, and no figures or models inserted.

11) References (14 pt., Body text 12 pt.) (See the reference example)

Editor’s Right

In the case that the Editorial Board or experts invited for peer review are of opinion that the manuscript should be edited, the Editorial Board will send it back for the author to edit. The editing should be made based on the suggestions of experts who are the peer reviewer. The Editorial Board reserves the right not to publish the manuscript in the case that the peer review results by the experts do not pass and in the case that the manuscript is not according to the suggestions of the Editorial Board and experts.

If the Editorial Board finds out or there is a complaint that the manuscript has duplicate content of more than 20%, the main points are duplicated, or the manuscript has been published before, the journal reserves the right, at its discretion, to reject and suspend the publication of the manuscript.

References must abide by the APA 7 Style.

Reference Examples

https://apastyle.apa.org/style-grammar-guidelines/references/examples

Book/Ebook References

1) Whole authored book

Jackson, L. M. (2019). The psychology of prejudice: From attitudes to social action (2nd ed.). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000168-000

Sapolsky, R. M. (2017). Behave: The biology of humans at our best and worst. Penguin Books.

Svendsen, S., & Løber, L. (2020). The big picture/Academic writing: The one-hour guide (3rd digital ed.). Hans Reitzel Forlag. https://thebigpicture-academicwriting.digi.hansreitzel.dk/

Parenthetical citations: (Jackson, 2019; Sapolsky, 2017; Svendsen & Løber, 2020)

Narrative citations: Jackson (2019), Sapolsky (2017), and Svendsen and Løber (2020)

2) Whole edited book

Hygum, E., & Pedersen, P. M. (Eds.). (2010). Early childhood education: Values and practices in Denmark. Hans Reitzels Forlag. https://earlychildhoodeducation.digi.hansreitzel.dk/

Kesharwani, P. (Ed.). (2020). Nanotechnology based approaches for tuberculosis treatment. Academic Press.

Torino, G. C., Rivera, D. P., Capodilupo, C. M., Nadal, K. L., & Sue, D. W. (Eds.). (2019). Microaggression theory: Influence and implications. John Wiley & Sons. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119466642

Parenthetical citations: (Hygum & Pedersen, 2010; Kesharwani, 2020; Torino et al., 2019)

Narrative citations: Hygum and Pedersen (2010), Kesharwani (2020), and Torino et al. (2019)

3) Republished book, with editor

Watson, J. B., & Rayner, R. (2013). Conditioned emotional reactions: The case of Little Albert (D. Webb, Ed.). CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. http://a.co/06Se6Na (Original work published 1920)

Parenthetical citations: (Watson & Rayner, 1920/2013)

Narrative citations: Watson and Rayner (1920/2013)

4) Book published with new foreword by another author

Kübler-Ross, E. (with Byock, I.). (2014). On death & dying: What the dying have to teach doctors, nurses, clergy & their own families (50th anniversary ed.). Scribner. (Original work published 1969)

Parenthetical citations: (Kübler-Ross, 1969/2014)

Narrative citations: Kübler-Ross (1969/2014)

5) Several volumes of a multivolume work

Harris, K. R., Graham, S., & Urdan T. (Eds.). (2012). APA educational psychology handbook (Vols. 1–3). American Psychological Association.

Parenthetical citations: (Harris et al., 2012)

Narrative citations: Harris et al. (2012)

Journal article

Borwornchai, D. (2020). Knowledge management about investigative work that is the best practice of the detective 4.0 era. Journal of Arts Management, 4(2), 385-398.

Grady, J. S., Her, M., Moreno, G., Perez, C., & Yelinek, J. (2019). Emotions in storybooks: A comparison of storybooks that represent ethnic and racial groups in the United States. Psychology of Popular Media Culture, 8(3), 207–217. https://doi.org/10.1037/ppm0000185

Parenthetical citations: (Borwornchai, 2020; Grady et al., 2019)

Narrative citations: Borwornchai (2020) and Grady et al. (2019)

Published Dissertation or Thesis References

Kittichayathorn, P. (2012). Styles and steps of community management movement for drug problem prevention learning center: A case of Thorraneekum, KhokFaet, Nong Chok, Bangkok[Doctoral dissertation, National Institute of Development Administration].

Marpue, S. (2013). Use mindfulness to apply to solve doing work Employees of Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand[Master’s Thesis, Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University].

Kabir, J. M. (2016). Factors influencing customer satisfaction at a fast food hamburger chain: The relationship between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty (Publication No. 10169573) [Doctoral dissertation, Wilmington University].

Parenthetical citations: (Kittichayathorn, 2012; Marpue, 2013; Kabir, 2016)

Narrative citations: Kittichayathorn (2012), Marpue (2013) and Kabir (2016)

Webpage on a Website References

1) Webpage on a news website

Bologna, C. (2019, October 31). Why some people with anxiety love watching horror movies. HuffPost. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/anxiety-love-watching-horror-movies_l_5d277587e4b02a5a5d57b59e

Roberts, N. (2020, June 10). Trayvon Martin’s mother, Sybrina Fulton, qualifies to run for elected office. BET News. https://www.bet.com/news/national/2020/06/10/trayvon-martin-mother-sybrina-fulton-qualifies-for-office-florid.html

Toner, K. (2020, September 24). When Covid-19 hit, he turned his newspaper route into a lifeline for senior citizens. CNN. https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/04/us/coronavirus-newspaper-deliveryman-groceries-senior-citizens-cnnheroes-trnd/index.html

Parenthetical citations: (Bologna, 2019; Roberts, 2020; Toner, 2020)

Narrative citations: Narrative citations: Bologna (2019), Roberts (2020), and Toner (2020)

2) Comment on a webpage on a news website

Owens, L. (2020, October 7). I propose a bicycle race between Biden and Trump [Comment on the webpage Here’s what voters make of President Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis]. HuffPost. https://www.spot.im/s/00QeiyApEIFa

Parenthetical citations: (Owens, 2020)

Narrative citations: Owens (2020)

3) Webpage on a website with a government agency group author

National Institute of Mental Health. (2018, July). Anxiety disorders. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders/index.shtml

Narrative citations: (National Institute of Mental Health, 2018)

Parenthetical citations: National Institute of Mental Health (2018)

4) Webpage on a website with an organizational group author

World Health Organization. (2018, May 24). The top 10 causes of death. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/the-top-10-causes-of-death

Parenthetical citations: (World Health Organization, 2018)

Narrative citations: World Health Organization (2018)

5) Webpage on a website with an individual author

Giovanetti, F. (2019, November 16). Why we are so obsessed with personality types. Medium. https://medium.com/the-business-of-wellness/why-we-are-so-obsessed-with-personality-types-577450f9aee9

Parenthetical citations: (Giovanetti, 2019)

Narrative citations: Giovanetti (2019)

6) Webpage on a website with a retrieval date

U.S. Census Bureau. (n.d.). U.S. and world population clock. U.S. Department of Commerce. Retrieved January 9, 2020, from https://www.census.gov/popclock/

Parenthetical citations: (U.S. Census Bureau, n.d.)

Narrative citations: U.S. Census Bureau (n.d.)

References (Exam)

Bologna, C. (2019, October 31). Why some people with anxiety love watching horror movies. HuffPost. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/anxiety-love-watching-horror-movies_l_5d2775 87e4b02a5a5d57b59e