Style
The GALE Journal follows the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th edition. Consult recent copies of GALE Journal or TESOL Quarterly for examples of documentation and references. A downloadable copy of the JALT Journal style sheet is also available on the JALT website: [jaltstyle.pdf].
Format
Full-length articles must not be more than 20 pages in length (6,000 words), including references, notes, tables, and figures. Research Forum submissions should be not more than 10 pages in length. Perspectives submissions should be not more than 15 pages in length. Reviews should generally range from 500 to 750 words. Authors are responsible for the accuracy of references and reference citations.
Materials to be submitted
• All materials should be sent by e-mail attachment to editor@gale-sig.org. If you do not receive a 'confirmation of receipt' email within one week, please contact the GALE coordinator.
• In the body of the email should be the title and author name(s) along with contact information, including one author’s full address, phone number, email address, and, where available, a fax number.
• The attached file should NOT have any references to the author(s). Do not use running heads.
• Abstract (no more than 150 words).
• If the paper is in English, Japanese translation of the abstract, if possible (no more than 400 characters). If the paper is in Japanese, English translation of the title and abstract, if possible (no more than 100 words).
• Biographical sketch(es) (no more than 50 words each).
• Authors of accepted manuscripts must supply “camera-ready” diagrams or figures and the manuscript in doc or docx format. In other words, diagrams or figures should need no further alteration or formatting, are clear and are fully ready for inclusion in the journal.
File Preparation
• Submit files in Microsoft Word format with notes included at the end of the manuscript.
• Tables, charts, graphics, etc. should be included at the end of the file, with each figure/table on a separate page.
• Keep figures and tables as simple as possible and only include if they add or clarify information to your paper.
• You may send more than one file if necessary (if you need to send graphics separately) -- but one file per submission is preferred.
Editorial Procedures
Submissions will be acknowledged within one month of their receipt. All manuscripts are first reviewed by an editor to insure they comply with GALE Journal Guidelines. Those considered for publication are subject to blind review by at least two readers, with special attention given to: (1) the significance and originality of the submission, (2) the use of research design and methodology, (3) the quality and clarity of style, and (4) compliance with GALE Journal Editorial Policy.
The Journal will be published in pdf form on the GALE website as well as be made available for Print on Demand. Details forthcoming.
Restrictions
Papers submitted to GALE Journal must not have been previously published, nor should they be under consideration for publication elsewhere. GALE Journal has First World Publication Rights, as defined by International Copyright Conventions, for all manuscripts published. If accepted, the editors reserve the right [if necessary] to edit all copy for length, style, and clarity without prior notification to authors although we prefer to consult authors over any changes made.