OnlineSubmission

1.    Accessing the Submission System

  • Go to the Progressive: Journal of Advanced Education website at [insert journal URL].
  • Click "Login" if you already have an account or "Register" to create a new one.
  • If registering, fill in your personal details, select “Author” as your role, and verify your email.

2.    Starting a New Submission

Once logged in, follow these steps:

       Step 1: Select Submission Type

  • On the Author Dashboard, click "New Submission".
  • Choose the appropriate section (e.g., Research Articles, Policy Analysis).
  • Check the submission checklist to ensure compliance with journal policies.

       Step 2: Upload the Manuscript

  • Click "Upload File", then select Article Text as the file type.
  • Choose the manuscript file in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format and click "Continue".
  • Add any supplementary files (e.g., figures, tables, ethical approval documents) if required.

        Step 3: Enter Metadata

  • Fill in the title, abstract, and keywords (3–5 relevant terms).
  • Add all authors’ details:
    • Full name
    • Affiliation
    • Email
    • ORCID ID (if available)
    • If there are multiple authors, ensure the correct order of contributions.

       Step 4: Confirm References

  • Ensure all citations and references follow APA Style (latest edition).
  • If requested, upload a separate reference list file.

       Step 5: Confirm and Submit

  • Review all submission details.
  • Click "Finish Submission", then confirm by clicking "OK".
  • A confirmation email will be sent automatically.

 

3.    Tracking Submission Progress

  • Authors can check the status of their submission via the Author Dashboard.
  • Possible status updates:
    • Submission in Review – under double-blind peer review.
    • Revisions Required – authors need to revise and resubmit.
    • Accepted – the manuscript has been approved for publication.
    • Declined – the manuscript does not meet journal requirements

4.    Revising and Resubmitting

  • If revisions are required, download reviewer comments and make the necessary changes.
  • Re-upload the revised manuscript and submit a response letter addressing reviewer feedback.
5.  Final Proofreading and Publication
  • Once accepted, authors will receive galley proofs for final approval.
  • The article will be published online first, then assigned to an issue.