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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.

  • O texto possui espaçamento duplo, justificado; o tamanho da fonte é 12 pontos; é utilizado itálico em vez de sublinhado (exceto para endereços de URL); e todas as ilustrações, figuras e tabelas estão inseridas no texto, no local apropriado, e não no final.
  • A visual summary is being submitted as a separate file in jpg format. or png., does not exceed 2.5MB with a minimum of 800 x 800 pixels (width x height) and a minimum resolution of 300 dpi.
  • DOIs or web addresses have been added for references where possible.
  • If you are submitting to a peer-reviewed section of the journal, you need to ensure that the instructions in Ensuring blind review have been followed.
  • The submission has not been previously published or submitted to another journal (or an explanation has been provided in the Comments to the Editor).
  • The submitted file is in Microsoft Word, RTF, or WordPerfect format.
  • The text complies with the bibliographic and style requirements specified in the Guidelines for Authors, which can be found in the About the Journal section.
  • The text includes up to six keywords. The first three must be selected from the provided list in the Guidelines for Authors, while the remaining three are free choice.

Author Guidelines

A. Editorial Guidelines for Article Submission

The Editorial Committee of Educación Química will only review articles that meet the following conditions:

  • The article must not have been published in other journals, books, or online, nor is it under editorial review in other platforms.
  • The author must declare on the first page of the article that the work is original, has not been published, and is not being considered elsewhere.

Formatting Requirements:

  • Length: Articles must be submitted in Word format (PDF or locked documents are not accepted). The maximum length is 15 pages, with a font size of 12 points, 1.5 line spacing, and justified alignment. The article must not exceed 30,000 characters, including spaces. Any article exceeding this length may be immediately rejected by the journal editor.

  • Title: The title should have between 7 and 15 words (including articles and connectors) and should be in Spanish or Portuguese and English.

  • Keywords: Provide up to six relevant keywords in Spanish or Portuguese and English. The first three must be selected from the list provided by the journal, while the remaining three can be freely chosen. Ensure that the keywords accurately reflect the content of your article.

  • Abstract: Include an abstract of no more than 200 words in Spanish or Portuguese and English.

  • Images: Graphs, diagrams, and charts must be submitted in an editable format (JPEG, GIF, TIFF, EPS, PNG) with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. Audio files should be submitted in WAV or MP3 formats (maximum duration of 5 minutes), and video files should be in AVI, MP4, or MOV formats (duration of 5 to 8 minutes). All audiovisual material must be copyright-free or have the appropriate permissions for use.

  • Footnotes: Footnotes should only be used for clarifications or explanations, expanding or illustrating the content of the main text.

  • References: Must follow the American Psychological Association (APA) 7th edition format. References and citations should be included in the corresponding bibliography.

  • Anonymity: To ensure anonymity during the peer review process, the article must NOT include author names or institutional affiliations. This information should be submitted through the Open Journal Systems (OJS) editorial manager.

  • Style: The language used should be clear and direct. Avoid long paragraphs, and when necessary, explain any technical terms in simple terms to facilitate understanding.

  • Industrial Articles: If the article refers to technical or industrial issues, it must be officially accredited by the relevant industry or clarify that it is the authors' responsibility.

  • Inclusive Language: If your article employs inclusive language, please refer to the American Psychological Association's Inclusive Language Guidelines: https://www.apa.org/about/apa/equity-diversity-inclusion/language-guidelines.pdf.

B. Graphical Abstract

A graphical abstract is a visual summary that synthesizes the key points of an article in an attractive and concise manner. Its goal is to quickly capture the reader’s attention and communicate the most relevant aspects of the research.

Graphical Abstract Requirements:

  • Image: It should be a clear and original representation of the work described in the article. It must be submitted as a separate file, not embedded in the Word document.

  • Format: The file should be in JPG or PNG format, with a maximum size of 2.5 MB and a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. Minimum dimensions are 800 x 800 pixels. Avoid including additional text such as titles, author names, or headers. Use fonts like Times, Arial, Cambria, Courier, or Symbol with an adequate size to ensure readability when the image is reduced.

  • Style: The design should be clear, simple, and easy to read. Avoid overcrowding the image with too many elements.

Tips for creating a Graphical Abstract:

  • Clarity and Simplicity: Ensure that the graphical abstract is easy to understand, highlighting the essential points of the article.

  • Consistency with the Article: The visual content should faithfully reflect the article, avoiding distortion of results.

  • Appropriate Use of Graphics: Use images or graphs that effectively represent the information.

Submission Details:

  • Graphical abstracts must be submitted as a separate file when uploading the manuscript to OJS.
  • Do not insert the image into a Word file as this will reduce its quality.
  • The graphical abstract will only be shown in the table of contents and will also undergo peer review.

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C. Author Information: ORCID, Affiliation, and Country

As part of the submission process, we request that the corresponding author register the following information for all authors of the article in the OJS:

  • ORCID: Include the ORCID identifier for each author to ensure visibility and transparency. If you do not have an ORCID, you can register for free at https://orcid.org.

  • Institutional Affiliation: Indicate the institution to which each author is affiliated (e.g., university, research center, etc.).

  • Country: Specify the country where each author's institution is located.

Please include this information in the corresponding section of the submission form.

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