How to Publish a Research

Article*
DENIS A. TAN, PhD
Professor, Science Education Department
College of Education
Central Mindanao University
Preparing a Publishable
Article
 Background
 The IMRaD
 Tips in preparing IMRaD
 Conclusion and Recommendation
 References
Background
Difference between the
thesis and the publishable
article
Contents
In-text citation and
references
Tips in Preparing IMRaD
Abstract:
Thesis Abstract and Keywords
Introduction:
Background of the Study
and SOP or SOO
Materials and Methods
Methodology shortened
Tips in Preparing IMRaD

Results and Discussion

Chapter 4
(selected/shortened)
Conclusion &Recommendation
Conclusion & Rec
Preparing the References
• Alphabetical
Order
• Order of
appearance
in the article
 Choosing a Reputable
Journal
Reputable Journal Defined
A reputable publisher/journal will offer
a smooth submission system, clear
charges, rigorous peer review and good
production values
 Choosing a Reputable
Journal
Predatory Journal Defined
Predatory journals generally subvert
the traditional peer-reviewed system for
financial gain.
Distinguishing Predatory from
Reputable Publishing Practices
(Happe, 2020)

1. Reputable journals (RJs) rely on peer reviewers who

are experts in their respective fields to carefully review
submitted manuscripts for suitability to publish.
2. RJs have a board of experts in relevant areas that
serve in an advisory capacity to the editorial staff.
3. Reputable journals follow recognized publishing
standards to guide their policies, which range from
determining authorship, to journal management, to
handling allegations of misconduct.
Distinguishing Predatory from
Reputable Publishing Practices
(Happe, 2020)

4. RJs are transparent and fair about their levied fees,

avoiding any real or perceived conflict of interest.
5. RJs are indexed in searchable databases that have
quality selection criteria for inclusion.

https://beallslist.net/wp-
content/uploads/2019/12/criteria-2015.pdf
doi: 10.18553/jmcp.2020.26.8.956.
What are these Databases of
Reputable Journals?
• ISI-indexed journal listed in
Clarivate Analytics
• Scopus-indexed journal

https://mjl.clarivate.com/home
What are these Databases of
Reputable Journals?
• Scopus-indexed journal

https://www.scopus.com/sources.uri?zone=TopNavBar&origin=searchbasic
https://www.scopus.com/sources.uri
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