The Compass

Author Guidelines

Prepare your manuscript according to the editorial standards of The Compass. Follow our submission requirements, formatting instructions, publication ethics, and editorial policies to ensure a smooth review and publication process.

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Author Guidelines

Publish Your Research with Confidence

Thank you for considering The Compass as a platform for publishing your scholarly work. We welcome original, unpublished manuscripts that contribute to advancing research and practice in Education in Universal Human Values and related interdisciplinary fields.

To ensure a smooth review and publication process, authors are requested to read these guidelines carefully before preparing and submitting their manuscripts.

Following these guidelines helps reduce delays during editorial screening and peer review.

Before You Submit

Before submitting your manuscript, please ensure that :

The manuscript is original and has not been published previously.

The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.

The manuscript falls within the Aims and Scope of The Compass.

All authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript for submission.

Research and publication ethics have been followed throughout the study.

References and citations have been prepared according to APA 7th Edition.

The manuscript has been proofread for grammar, spelling, formatting, and clarity.

• A plagiarism report generated through an approved plagiarism detection software or recognised institutional system is available.

Types of Manuscripts Accepted

The Journal welcomes :

Original Research Articles

Reports of original research that present new findings, methodologies, and scholarly contributions.

Review Articles

Comprehensive reviews that critically examine existing literature and identify future research directions.

Case Studies

Detailed analyses of specific educational experiences, institutions, projects, or real-world applications.

Reflective Articles

Scholarly reflections that encourage thoughtful discussion, critical analysis, and professional learning.

Innovative Educational Practices

Articles presenting innovative teaching approaches, educational interventions, and best practices.

Book Reviews (where invited)

Critical reviews of recently published books relevant to the journal's scope (accepted by invitation only).

Invited

Manuscript Preparation

Prepare your manuscript according to the journal's submission standards to ensure a smooth editorial screening and peer-review process.

General Requirements

  • Manuscripts must present original scholarly work.
  • Recommended length: 2,500–3,000 words (excluding references), unless otherwise specified.
  • Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Do not include author names in the manuscript file to support the double-blind peer-review process.
  • Tables, figures, charts, and illustrations appropriately within the manuscript.

Submission Files

Manuscript

Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx)

Plagiarism Report

Generated using approved software

Tables & Charts

Embedded within the manuscript

Figures

High-quality publication-ready graphics

Manuscript Structure

To maintain consistency and improve readability, manuscripts should normally be organized using the following structure.

01

Title

A concise and informative title reflecting the main focus of the manuscript.

02

Abstract

Maximum 250 words summarizing the purpose, methodology, findings, and conclusions.

03

Keywords

Include 4–5 keywords to support indexing and discoverability.

04

Introduction

Present the research background, significance, and context of the study.

05

Literature Review

Discuss relevant studies and establish the theoretical foundation.

06

Objectives / Research Questions / Hypotheses

Clearly define the purpose and expected outcomes of the research.

07

Methodology

Describe the research design, participants, materials, procedures, and analytical methods.

08

Results

Present the research findings clearly using appropriate tables and figures where necessary.

09

Discussion

Interpret the findings and relate them to existing research and objectives.

10

Conclusion

Summarize the major findings, implications, and recommendations.

11

Acknowledgements (if applicable)

Recognize contributors, funding agencies, or institutional support where applicable.

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References

List all cited works following the APA 7th Edition referencing style.

Title Page Information

The title page should contain complete author and manuscript information to facilitate communication, attribution, and editorial processing.

Title of the Manuscript

A clear, concise, and informative title reflecting the research.

Author Name(s)

Provide the full name of each contributing author.

Institutional Affiliation

Include the department, institution, city, and country.

Complete Correspondence Address

Provide the complete postal address of the corresponding author.

Email Address of the corresponding author

Include the active email address of the corresponding author.

Funding Information (if applicable)

Mention grants, funding agencies, or indicate if not applicable.

ORCID ID (if available)

Authors are encouraged to register for an ORCID iD to ensure accurate attribution of their scholarly work

Writing Style & Formatting

Manuscripts should be written clearly and formatted according to the journal's standard style to ensure consistency throughout the publication.

Languages Accepted

🇬🇧 English
🇮🇳 Marathi
🇮🇳 Hindi

Formatting Standards

Font Family Times New Roman
Title 16 pt
Headings 14 pt
Body Text 12 pt
Line Spacing 1.5
Paper Size A4
Margins Standard
Before Submission

Authors are requested to use spelling and grammar checking tools before submitting their manuscripts for review.

Referencing Style

The Journal follows the APA 7th Edition referencing style. Authors are responsible for ensuring that all citations and references are accurate and complete.

Tables & Figures

Number tables and figures consecutively.

Provide appropriate titles and captions.

Acknowledge sources where applicable.

Ensure illustrations are of publication quality.

Submission Checklist

Before submission, authors should verify that:

Research objectives and questions are clearly stated.
The methodology is appropriate.
Adequate data have been collected.
Data analysis has been conducted properly.
Conclusions are supported by the findings.
The manuscript follows the Journal format.
A plagiarism report is attached.
All required declarations and copyright forms have been completed.

Ready for Submission?

Completing every item in this checklist helps ensure that your manuscript proceeds smoothly through editorial screening and the peer-review process.

Submit Your Manuscript

Revision of Manuscripts

When submitting a revised manuscript :

Respond carefully to all reviewer comments.

Highlight all revisions using Track Changes or highlighted text.

Submit a separate response document explaining how each reviewer comment has been addressed.

Where authors disagree with a reviewer, provide a clear academic justification.

ETHICAL PUBLISHING

Publication Ethics

The Compass is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics. Authors are expected to adhere to internationally accepted principles relating to :

Read Full Publication Ethics
Originality
Authorship
Plagiarism
Duplicate Publication
Data Integrity
Conflict of Interest
Ethical Research Practices

Data Availability Statement

Where applicable, authors are encouraged to include a Data Availability Statement describing whether the research data supporting the findings are publicly available, available upon reasonable request, or not applicable

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

The Compass recognises that Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted technologies (such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot, Grammarly AI, and similar tools) can support authors during manuscript preparation. However, authors remain fully responsible for the originality, accuracy, integrity, and scholarly quality of their work.

AI tools may be used to improve language, grammar, readability, or formatting.
AI tools may assist with brainstorming, outlining, or language editing, but must not replace the authors' own scholarly analysis, interpretation, critical thinking, or original research.
AI-generated content must be carefully reviewed, verified, and edited by the authors before submission.
Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy of all facts, references, quotations, data, analyses, and conclusions contained in the manuscript.
AI tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors. AI-assisted technologies cannot accept responsibility for the submitted work and therefore do not meet the criteria for authorship.
Authors should disclose any substantial use of AI tools in the preparation of the manuscript. Such disclosure may be included in the Acknowledgements section or in a separate statement during submission.
AI-generated or AI-manipulated images, figures, tables, datasets, or other research outputs should not be submitted unless their use is scientifically justified, clearly disclosed, and approved by the Editorial Office.
The Editorial Board reserves the right to request clarification regarding the use of AI-assisted technologies and may reject manuscripts where AI has been used inappropriately or without adequate disclosure.

Author Responsibility

Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, references, quotations, analyses, conclusions, and ethical integrity of all content submitted for publication, irrespective of any AI-assisted technologies used during manuscript preparation.

Suggested AI Disclosure Statement

During the preparation of this manuscript, the author(s) used [Name of AI Tool] to assist with language editing and improving readability.

The author(s) reviewed, verified, and edited all AI-generated content and take full responsibility for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of the manuscript.

Online Submission Process

All manuscripts must be submitted through the online manuscript management system. Follow the steps below to complete your submission and track your manuscript throughout the editorial process.

1
Register
2
Login
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Submit Manuscript and plagiarism report
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Editorial Screening
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Double-Blind Review
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Revision (if required)
7
Final Decision
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Publication

Author Resources

To assist authors during manuscript preparation and submission, The Compass provides a collection of templates, forms, and supporting documents. Resources marked Coming Soon will be available in future updates.

Coming Soon

Manuscript Template

Standard template for preparing manuscripts according to journal formatting requirements.

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Copyright Agreement

Copyright transfer and publishing agreement required after manuscript acceptance.

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Author Declaration

Declaration covering originality, authorship, and publication ethics compliance.

Coming Soon

Cover Letter Template

Sample cover letter to accompany manuscript submissions to the journal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to common questions about manuscript submission, peer review, publication policies, and the editorial process.

The duration of the review process depends on reviewer availability, the complexity of the manuscript, and the number of revision rounds. Authors will be notified of significant updates throughout the editorial process.

No. Manuscripts submitted to The Compass must not be under consideration by another journal at the same time.

Yes. Authors may request withdrawal by contacting the Editorial Office. Requests should include the manuscript title and submission details.

Yes. AI-assisted technologies may be used for language improvement, formatting, or brainstorming. Authors remain fully responsible for the originality, accuracy, and integrity of the submitted work and must disclose substantial AI use where appropriate.

The Compass follows the APA 7th Edition referencing style for all manuscripts.

Authors can log in to the online manuscript submission system to monitor the progress of their manuscript throughout the editorial and peer-review process.

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