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Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines – ACIEF Publishing

ACIEF Publishing invites researchers, academics, and professionals to submit original and unpublished works that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
Before submitting a manuscript, authors should consider the following guidelines:
1. Originality and ethics
Submissions must be original, not previously published, and not under review by another publisher or journal. Authors are responsible for the content, accuracy of information, and compliance with ethical standards in research and publication.
2. Manuscript format
The document must be submitted in Word format, using Times New Roman font, size 12, 1.5 line spacing, and standard margins. The length will depend on the type of publication (article, chapter, or book).
3. Content structure
The manuscript should include:

  • Title in Spanish and English
  • Full names of authors and institutional affiliation
  • Abstract (150–250 words) and keywords (3–5)
  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Results
  • Discussion and conclusions
  • References

4. Citation style
Citations and references must follow APA style (latest edition) or another system specified by the publisher, ensuring consistency throughout the document.
5. Review process
All manuscripts will undergo a peer-review process. Acceptance will depend on scientific quality, thematic relevance, and compliance with editorial standards.
6. Open access
ACIEF Publishing supports open access to its publications in order to ensure the dissemination and visibility of knowledge at national and international levels.

7. Costs

The cost for publishing a book is $400; for ACIEF members, it is $200.

The cost for publishing a book chapter is $100; for ACIEF members, it is $50.

Submission Preparation Checklist

Submission Preparation Checklist – ACIEF Publishing
As part of the submission process, authors are required to confirm that their manuscript meets the following requirements. Submissions that do not comply with these guidelines may be returned for correction.

  • The manuscript is original, unpublished, and not under simultaneous review by another journal or publisher.
  • The file is submitted in Word format or another editable format accepted by ACIEF Publishing.
  • The text complies with the formatting and style guidelines described in the Author Guidelines.
  • The document has been anonymized (without names or identifying information) if a double-blind review process is applied.
  • Tables, figures, and graphs are properly numbered, titled, and cited within the text.
  • Citations and references are complete and formatted according to the required style (APA or another style specified by the publisher).
  • Complete author information has been entered into the system (institutional affiliation, email address, and ORCID, if applicable).
  • Permission has been obtained for any copyrighted material used.

All authors have read and approved the final version of the manuscript and agree to its submission.

Compliance with this checklist will facilitate the editorial process and contribute to an efficient review.

Copyright Notice

Creative Commons License – ACIEF Publishing

Publications of ACIEF Publishing are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial–NoDerivatives 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).
This license allows users to:

  • Share (copy and redistribute) the material in any medium or format.

Under the following conditions:
Attribution:

  • Appropriate credit must be given to the author and the original source of publication.
  • NonCommercial: The material may not be used for commercial purposes.
  • NoDerivatives: The material may not be modified, transformed, or built upon.
  • A link to the license must be provided.
  • No legal or technological measures may be applied that restrict the permitted uses.

Authors retain copyright of their work and grant ACIEF Publishing the right of first publication. Authors may also distribute the published version of their work in institutional repositories, personal websites, or other platforms, provided that the original publication is properly acknowledged.
For more information about the license, please visit:
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement – ACIEF Publishing

ACIEF Publishing is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by authors, reviewers, and users during the editorial process.

The names, email addresses, and other personal data entered on this platform will be used exclusively for the purposes established by the publisher, such as managing the submission, review, editing, and publication processes, as well as for communication related to academic and editorial activities.

ACIEF Publishing will not share, sell, or distribute this information to third parties for commercial purposes or for uses unrelated to its editorial functions, except when required by law or by competent authorities.

Additionally, appropriate technical and administrative measures are implemented to ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of personal data, in compliance with applicable data protection regulations.