Submissions

Author Guidelines

Before submitting manuscripts to the Dynamics of Rural Society Journal, it is expected to follow the writing guidelines provided by the journal. The guidelines in question are listed below:

Steps to follow before submitting a manuscript

1. Manuscripts that will be sent to the Dynamics of Rural Society Journal are manuscripts that have never been published and are not in the process of being published in other journals;

2. The author is fully responsible for the entire contents of the manuscript that will be sent to the Dynamics of Rural Society Journal;

3. Manuscript submissions must be via the OJS platform;

4. Before submitting the manuscript, authors must register with Dynamics of Rural Society Journal. If already registered, simply log in. For the registration and submission guidelines, please refer to the Registration and Submission Guide menu;

5. Make sure the topics and studies in your manuscript are in accordance with the scope and focus of the Dynamics of Rural Society Journal;

6. Manuscripts must be written in English;

7. Manuscripts must have a minimum of 5000 words and a maximum of 20.000 words;

8. It is recommended to use one of the following applications: Mendeley, EndNote, or Zotero, or others;

9. Manuscripts are written based on the guidelines on the template provided by the journal;

10. The manuscript must include at least 15 references, with a minimum of 80% from scholarly journal articles. Of these references, 70% should be published within the last 10 years. Authors are required to use one of the following applications: Mendeley, EndNote, or Zotero, or another following the American Psychological Association (APA) style 7th Edition.

11. Manuscripts are sent in MS.Word format with the following conditions:

• A4 paper (210 x 297 mm);
• Page margins (left 3 cm, top 3 cm, right 2 cm, bottom 2 cm);
• Times New Roman font type;
• 11pt font size (except 14pt manuscript title, and 11pt author name and 10pt email corresponding);
• Spacing 1.0;
• Space before and after paragraph 6pt;
• Foreign words or terms are written in italics (italics).

12. Manuscripts must contain:

Title
The manuscript title must be written in both Indonesian and English (with the Indonesian title italicized). The title should be clear, concise, informative, and no longer than 20 words. Please avoid abbreviations unless they are widely accepted and understood, such as HIV or AIDS. Use Times New Roman font, size 14 pt, single spacing, and center-align the title.

Author's name
The author's name must be written clearly and correctly, without including academic titles. Use the first name and last name (except for authors who do not have a last name). Carefully check to ensure all names are spelled correctly. Use Times New Roman font, size 11 pt, single spacing, and center-align the text.

Affiliation
After the author's name, the name of the institution or organization to which the author is affiliated should be clearly stated, followed by the full address (institution/organization, city, country). Add the affiliation address, referring to the place where the work was conducted, below the author's name. Mark the affiliation with sequential numbers starting from 1, 2, 3... as a superscript immediately after the author's name and before the corresponding address. Ensure that you include the full address for each affiliation, including the country name and, if available, the email address of each author. This information should be in Times New Roman font, size 10 pt, single-spaced, and left-aligned.

Corresponding author
Clearly designate the author who will be responsible for correspondence related to your article throughout the review, publication, and post-publication processes. This author will be responsible for responding to any future inquiries regarding the results, data, methodology, and materials. Ensure that the email address and contact information for the designated corresponding author remain active throughout the submission and publication process. The corresponding author's email address should be listed below the affiliation information. Use Times New Roman font, size 10 pt, single-spaced, and left-aligned.

Abstract
The abstract must be written in both English and Indonesian, with the English abstract placed first, followed by the Indonesian abstract underneath. The Indonesian abstract should be italicized. You are required to provide a concise and factual abstract, with a minimum of 150 words and a maximum of 250 words. The abstract should briefly state the research objectives, the methods used, the main findings, and the key conclusions. The abstract should be in Times New Roman font, size 11 pt, left and right justified, with 1 line spacing.

Keywords
Keywords should consist of 3-5 words or phrases that reflect the main topics and key points of your article. Please avoid keywords that consist of multiple words (using "and" or "from"). The keywords should be written in lowercase, separated by commas, and formatted using Times New Roman font, size 11 pt.

Introduction
The author should enrich the introduction with relevant literature, including proceedings, theses, dissertations, books, and journals (it is highly recommended to use more citations from peer-reviewed scientific journals). The introduction should include the following components: Background of the Problem, author should describe the general background of the problem related to the research topic, followed by an explanation of the main issues to be addressed in the study and the significance of these issues; Previous Research, author should summarize the existing literature on the topic to provide a clear overview of the research developments in the field. The limitations of previous studies should also be discussed. Additionally, the author must highlight the differences or unique contributions (state of the art) of the current research compared to prior studies. The review of previous research should be limited to peer-reviewed articles published within the last five years; Problem Statement and Research Objectives, in the final paragraph of the introduction, the author must clearly state the research problem and the objectives of the study.

The introduction should be written in Times New Roman, 11 pt font, and justified.

Method
After the introductory section, describe the research methods used in your research. This section explains clearly and concisely how the research procedures were carried out, especially regarding the research methods and approaches used, location and time, data sources, data collection techniques, and data analysis. Use scientific references that explain the research methods you will use in this research. This reference is important to support and strengthen your explanation regarding the use of this method. (TNR 11, spacing before and after 6 pt, justify)

Results and Discussion
According to the journal's style guide, as outlined in the template, the results and discussion cannot be separated into different chapters or subsections. In the journal's policy, the results and discussion are considered a single, integrated section that should not be split.

You may use subsections or sub-subsections in the Results and Discussion to organize information systematically and help readers understand the author's line of thought more clearly.

Example:
Results and Discussion

Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that rural …….etc

Nostalgia as a Coping…..etc

The research findings indicate that rural students in China often use………etc

Social and Cultural Impact….etc

In addition to functioning as a personal coping ………….etc

In the Results and Discussion section, the author should begin by presenting the main findings systematically, based on the data collected in the field, without excessive interpretation. These findings can be accompanied by relevant tables, graphs, or figures to facilitate the reader’s understanding. Afterward, the discussion should link these findings with theory or previous research. The author must explain the meaning of the findings, whether they align with expectations, and how they differ from previous results. If there are findings that do not support the hypothesis or differ from previous studies, the author should provide an explanation or possible reasons behind these differences.

Additionally, this section should also cover the implications of the research findings, both theoretically and practically. The author needs to explore how these results may contribute to the development of knowledge or practical applications in the field. If the findings indicate significant or unexpected results, the author should discuss their potential impact on the research area. All discussions must be based on the findings presented earlier and connected to the broader research context. In this way, the Results and Discussion section not only presents data but also provides deeper insights into the meaning and relevance of the findings in the scientific context. Results and Discussion are written in TNR 11, and justified.

All tables and figures must be numbered consecutively (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1, etc.). Table titles should not be bolded or colored, neither in the title nor within the table itself. The table title must be placed above the table and centered (center justified). The font size for the content within the table is 10 pt. For images, ensure that the file format is JPG or PNG with high resolution, and the image size is neither too large nor too small to ensure optimal display quality in both print and digital formats. Additionally, the spacing between columns in the table should be sufficiently wide to ensure that the text remains clearly readable.

Conclusion
The conclusion should be written in the form of a descriptive paragraph that summarizes the main findings of the research without repeating the results or copying information already discussed in the results and discussion section. The author is expected to provide a clear and concise answer to the research problem and objectives that were set. At the end of the conclusion, it is recommended for the author to offer suggestions or recommendations relevant to further research or the practical implications of the research findings. It is important to note that the conclusion section should not include references to other sources.

Acknowledgements (if needed) (TNR 11, capital letter, bold, single space, space before and after 6 pt)
If the author wants to express his gratitude to certain parties who have helped fund the whole process from research to the preparation of this manuscript, state it briefly and clearly (you can mention their names). It is not allowed to exceed 90 words, so avoid exaggerating thanks. (TNR 11, spacing before and after 6 pt, justify)

Statement of Originality and Plagiarism-Free
We inform that this article is original article and free of plagiarism

Competing Interests
The author(s) have declared no potential conflicts of interest regarding the research, authorship, and publication of this article.

References
The manuscript must include at least 15 references, with at least 80% of them being scholarly journal articles. Of these references, 70% must have been published within the last 10 years. Authors are required to use one of the following reference management tools: Mendeley, EndNote, Zotero, or any other tool that adheres to the American Psychological Association (APA) style 7th Edition.

In-Text References
Ensure that every reference cited within the article is also included in the reference list, and vice versa. The following points should be observed:

• Use the in-text citation model following APA Style 7th Edition

• We recommend not including unpublished research or personal communications in the reference list, although they may be mentioned in the text.

• References to unpublished research or personal communications should follow the journal's standard reference style. For unpublished work, simply add a note such as "unpublished research" or "personal communication."

• References marked as "in press" indicate that the item has been accepted for publication.

• Including links to cited sources will enhance the discoverability of your research.

• Before submitting your manuscript, ensure that all data in your reference list is correct, including any references that have been copied. Providing accurate reference data enables us to link to abstracting and indexing services. Any incorrect surnames, journal/book titles, publication years, or pagination in your references may prevent link creation.

• The use of DOI (Digital Object Identifiers) as reference links is highly encouraged, as it provides a permanent link to the referenced electronic article.

Here are some examples of bibliography citations:

Journal Article
Edwards, A. A., Steacy, L. M., Siegelman, N., Rigobon, V. M., Kearns, D. M., Rueckl, J. G., & Compton, D. L. (2022). Unpacking the unique relationship between set for variability and word reading development: Examining word- and child-level predictors of performance. Journal of Educational Psychology, 114(6), 1242–1256. https://doi.org/10.1037/edu0000696

Online Magazine Article
Thomson, J. (2022, September 8). Massive, strange white structures appear on Utah’s Great Salt Lake. Newsweek. https://www.newsweek.com/mysterious-mounds-great-salt-lake-utah-explained- mirabilite-1741151

Print Magazine Article
Nicholl, K. (2020, May). A royal spark. Vanity Fair, 62(5), 56–65, 100.

Online Newspaper Article
Bernstein, J. (2024, June 3). The man who couldn’t stop going to college. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/03/magazine/benjamin-bolger-college-harvard-yale.html

Print Newspaper Article
Reynolds, G. (2019, April 9). Different strokes for athletic hearts. The New York Times, D4.

Blog Post
Rutledge, P. (2024, April 23). Are tweens too young for digital literacy? Dr. Pam: Living With Media. https:// www.pamelarutledge.com/are-tweens-too-young-for-digital-literacy/

Authored Book
Kaufman, K. A., Glass, C. R., & Pineau, T. R. (2018). Mindful sport performance enhancement: Mental training for athletes and coaches. American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000048-000

Edited Book Chapter
Zeleke, W. A., Hughes, T. L., & Drozda, N. (2020). Home–school collaboration to promote mind– body health. In C. Maykel & M. A. Bray (Eds.), Promoting mind–body health in schools: Interventions for mental health professionals (pp. 11–26). American Psychological Association. https://doi.org/10.1037/0000157-002

Online Dictionary Entry
American Psychological Association. (2018). Internet addiction. In APA dictionary of psychology. https:// dictionary.apa.org/internet-addiction

Report by a Group Author
World Health Organization. (2014). Comprehensive implementation plan on maternal, infant and young child nutrition. https://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/113048/WHO_NMH_NHD_14.1_ eng.pdf?ua=1

Report by Individual Authors
Winthrop, R., Ziegler, L., Handa, R., & Fakoya, F. (2019). How playful learning can help leapfrog progress in education. Center for Universal Education at Brookings. https://www.brookings.edu/wp-content/ uploads/2019/04/how_playful_learning_can_help_leapfrog_progress_in_education.pdf

Press Release
American Psychological Association. (2024, April 11). People who use willpower alone to achieve goals, resist temptation, deemed more trustworthy [Press release]. https://www.apa.org/news/press/ releases/2024/04/people-who-use-willpower

Conference Session
Davidson, R. J. (2019, August 8–11). Well-being is a skill [Conference session]. APA 2019 Convention, Chicago, IL, United States. https://irp-cdn.multiscreensite.com/a5ea5d51/files/uploaded/APA2019_ Program_190708.pdf

Dissertation
Horvath-Plyman, M. (2018). Social media and the college student journey: An examination of how social media use impacts social capital and affects college choice, access, and transition (Publication No. 10937367) [Doctoral dissertation, New York University]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.

Preprint Article
Latimier, A., Peyre, H., & Ramus, F. (2020). A meta-analytic review of the benefit of spacing out retrieval practice episodes on retention. PsyArXiv. https://psyarxiv.com/kzy7u/

Data Set
O’Donohue, W. (2017). Content analysis of undergraduate psychology textbooks (ICPSR 21600; Version V1) [Data set]. Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research. https://doi.org/10.3886/ ICPSR36966.v1

Webinar
Lee, C., McAdoo, T., & Denneny, S. (2023). APA Style seventh edition refresher for instructors [Webinar]. American Psychological Association. https://apastyle.apa.org/instructional-aids/tutorials-webinars

PowerPoint From a Classroom Website
Mack, R., & Spake, G. (2018). Citing open source images and formatting references for presentations [PowerPoint slides]. Canvas@FNU. https://fnu.onelogin.com/login

The Law and Government Regulations
Undang-Undang Republik Indonesia Nomor 20 Tahun 2003 Sistem Pendidikan Nasional. 8 Juli 2003. Lembaran Negara Republik Indonesia Tahun 2003 Nomor 4301. Jakarta.
Peraturan Pemerintah Republik Indonesia Nomor 19 Tahun 2005 Standar Nasional Pendidikan. 16 Mei 2005. Lembaran Negara Republik Indonesia Tahun 2005 Nomor 41. Jakarta.

Central Statistics Agency
Badan Pusat Statistik. (2022). Kecamatan Randangan Dalam Angka. Jakarta: Badan Pusat Statistik.

13. Peer review

The peer review process at Dynamics of Rural Society Journal follows a double-blind review system, where the identities of both the authors and reviewers are kept confidential. After the article is submitted, the journal editor will perform an initial assessment to ensure its alignment with the journal's focus and scope. If the article is deemed appropriate, it will be forwarded for review by at least two reviewers who have expertise in the relevant topic. The reviewers will provide an objective evaluation of the scientific quality of the article.

The final decision regarding the acceptance or rejection of the article will be made by the editor based on the review results.

It is important to note that the journal editor will not be involved in the review or decision-making process for articles that:

1. Are written by the editor themselves,

2. Are written by a family member or colleague of the editor,

3. Are related to products or services in which the editor has a personal interest.