STEP BY STEP

WRITING AN
ARTICLE
PRACTICALLY
MOHD MUSHIN ISMAIL
WHAT IS JOURNAL
ARTICLE?
• A journal as a ‘book’, then a journal article is a
‘chapter’ within that book
• Written by experts in a particular field of study,
based on research that they have a personal
involvement with
• Include case studies or primary source
research

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REQUIREMENT BY THE
UNIVERSITY
• reputable abstract and citation databases
for academic literature (academic research
database)
• Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, ERIC,
IEEE Xplore, ScienceDirect, Directory of
Open Access Journals (DOAJ), JSTOR, ERA,
MyJurnal

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 Most common type of journal manuscript
It may be called an Original Article, Research Article, or just
Article, depending on the journal.
The Original Research format is suitable for many different
fields and different types of studies. It includes the full
Research Paper Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion sections.
Present a new experimental method,
test or procedure.
Described may either be completely Provide a comprehensive
new or may offer a better version of summary of research on a
an existing method. certain topic, and a
perspective on the state of
The article should describe the field and where it is
a demonstrable advance on Method Papers Review Article heading.
what is currently available.
Often written by leaders in a particular
discipline after an invitation from the
editors of a journal
Often widely read and cited. These articles
TYPE OF RESEARCH ARTICLE are read by researchers looking for a full
introduction to a field.
Commonly cite approximately 100
primary research articles.
Case study article reports specific
instances of interesting phenomena.
A goal of Case Studies is to make other
researchers aware of the possibility that Often has strict length limits. Therefore,
Short some experimental details may not be
a specific phenomenon might occur. Case Studies
Communication published until the authors write a
full Original Research manuscript. Also,
sometimes called Brief communications.
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 HOW TO BEGIN

WHAT TO WRITE? CONTENT?

• Find the correct journal after considering the type of • Writing related to ongoing research
article, references, the journal’s aims and scope,
• The study relates to one specific objective
availability of journal, and its performance metrics.
• The results of the study or views are used for future
• This is essential in reaching your target audience.
reference
Submit your paper to only one journal at a time.

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 JOURNAL SELECTION

COUNTRY EDITORS
• East Europe, Asia, Third World Country • English is not their spoken language
• Reasonable fees (or no fee at all) • Time taken for publication
• Usually selected by the university for
publication

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 STEPS

IDENTIFY THE JOURNAL FORMAT

• Consult with your supervisor • Total number of words (Whole article, title, abstact,
keywords, acknowledgement)
• Relevant to the article
• Font
• Affordable fees
• Margin
• Easy publication process
• Supplemental file for REVIEW
• Supplemental file NOT for REVIEW

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 PROCESS (PUBLICATION)

Plagiarism Check
study, and may suggest improvements to the manuscript
Journals don’t take kindly to plagiarism because it represents a and the study. Based on the recommendation of the peer
violation of ethical publication standards, and often leads to review committee, editors can accept, accept with
rejection. A rejection due to plagiarism can tarnish an author’s
reputation and credibility as a researcher. revisions, or reject a manuscript.
Artwork Preparation Submission
Artwork such as graphs, photographs, illustrations, Now that your manuscript is ready, you must prepare it for
diagrams, or other visuals are essential to effectively submission along with a cover sheet. Now you need to
communicate your findings. Every journal has specific create an account with the journal on their website, and
guidelines for technical artwork, which can often be then entire submission process is then to be completed.
cumbersome. This process is complicated and time-consuming.
Peer Review
Post-acceptance/Rejection
As part of the submission, the journal will peer review
your study before deciding whether to publish it. In the event where the journal accepts your work with
Reviewers determine the validity, significance, and
revisions, the journal’s chief editor will provide you with
questions and suggestions for editing, which you will be
originality of your required to respond to.
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ANATOMY OF A JOURNAL ARTICLE
ABSTRACT
• Provides a summary of the article

INTRODUCTION
• Includes background information and a description of the author’s purpose

MATERIALS & METHODS

• Details about how the study was performed with enough detail so that other
scientists could repeat the study

RESULTS
• Includes new observations, data and findings, figures

DISCUSSION
• A description of what the findings mean and their implications; address potential
criticisms

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HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ACADEMIC RESEARCH SOCIETY
Dear MOHD MUSHIN BIN ISMAIL,

Thank you for submitting your article entitled "EXPLORING THE NEEDS OF
THE B40 COMMUNITY IN AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES FOR SOCIAL
ENTREPRENEUR ACTIVISTS" (Submission code: IJARBSS-8688) for the
International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences
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Paper Title: EXPLORING THE NEEDS OF THE B40 COMMUNITY IN AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES FOR SOCIAL
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- You need to improve the quality of your references. I would advise you to cite at least Scopus indexed journal
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- Finally, I would suggest citing new references from last three years.

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Dear Mohd Mushin Ismail, Norzaidi Mohd Daud

We are pleased to inform you that your article has been accepted and published which is
available online. This article has been published in Volume 11, Issue 2 of International
Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

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