JIPE Submissions Handbook

Submission Handbook

JIPE welcomes you all scholars, researchers, innovators, faculty, research assistants, thesis/ capstone students, executive team, administrative staff, employees, deans, associate deans, directors, managers. Submit NOW! (Submissions will be accepted pending editor’s approval.)

Land Acknowledgment

Humber College is located within the traditional and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit. Known as Adoobiigok [A-doe-bee-goke], the “Place of the Alders” in Michi Saagiig [Mi-Chee Saw-Geeg] language, the region is uniquely situated along Humber River Watershed, which historically provided an integral connection for Anishinaabe [Ah-nish-nah-bay], Haudenosaunee [Hoedenno-shownee], and Wendat [Wine-Dot] peoples between the Ontario Lakeshore and the Lake Simcoe/Georgian Bay regions. Now home to people of numerous nations, Adoobiigok continues to provide a vital source of interconnection for all.

Listen to an audio recording of Humber’s Land Acknowledgment (https://humber.ca/indigenous/truth-reconciliation-audio-video)

Legend

Download Quick Tips Important

We highly recommend downloading the following templates/documents before you begin TEMPLATES/ DOCUMENTS

Title Page (jipe.ca/index.php/ jipe/libraryFiles/ downloadPublic/20)

Manuscript Template (jipe.ca/index.php/ jipe/libraryFiles/ downloadPublic/16)

Download Checklist (issuu.com/humber_ research/docs/jipe_ checklist)

Review the JIPE Contributor Agreement (for your reference) (jipe.ca/index.php/ jipe/libraryFiles/ downloadPublic/3)

FROM THE DESK OF THE MANAGING EDITOR:

A Beacon for Innovators and Scholars

Welcome to the Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE),

As we celebrate six years of advancing polytechnic education and innovation, JIPE proudly reflects on its journey from its first issue in 2018 to becoming a cornerstone in scholarly publishing. We have fostered a dynamic community with 615 registered users, 8 published volumes, 61 articles, and contributions from 7 institutions on our Editorial Board. Our progress signifies a shared commitment to nurturing impactful research and dialogue in the polytechnic sector.

At JIPE, a publication proudly presented by Humber Press within the Office of Research & Innovation at Humber College, we stand at the crossroads of innovation, research, and education. We aim to illuminate the paths of thinkers, creators, and educators who dare to ask, “What if?” and “What’s next?”

JIPE: A Platform for Change & Collaboration

Dedicated to championing a chorus of voices, JIPE is committed to research with the potential to reshape the world. Our guiding principles—welcoming all voices, bringing in more perspectives, and making research matter—form the bedrock of our endeavour. We are a symphony of collaboration, embracing diversity to challenge the status quo and ignite real-world change. Your insight, research, and voice are the keystones of this transformative journey, driving progress and fostering a culture of meaningful innovation.

Why JIPE is Your Best Choice

In a world teeming with academic journals, JIPE distinguishes itself through its commitment to the polytechnic ethos—practical, innovative, and inclusive. Our journal provides a platform for dissemination of research and innovation knowledge and insights, and embraces diverse forms of scholarship and innovation narratives. With a focus on real-world impact and application, JIPE is the premier outlet for those who wish to influence the future of polytechnic education and industry practices.

We welcome scholars, researchers, innovators, students and visionaries, and we are encouraged by your participation as authors and peer reviewers.

Publishing Made Accessible

We believe that sharing your research should be straightforward and rewarding. Our streamlined submission process, supportive editorial team, and commitment to open access ensure that your work reaches its audience effectively and efficiently. With JIPE, you’ll find a supportive environment where your research is nurtured from submission to publication, ensuring your ideas achieve the recognition and dissemination they deserve.

Your Next Move

Embark on your publication journey with JIPE by exploring our Submission Handbook for detailed guidance on the submission process. We have bridged the gap by actively including students, and JIPE’s Student Toolkit is specifically designed to cater to their needs. Whether you’re ready to submit your manuscript or need assistance shaping your research narrative, our team is here to support you every step. Connect with us at humberpress@humber.ca, and let’s start a conversation about how your research can contribute to the vibrant tapestry of knowledge that JIPE represents.

We look forward to showcasing your contributions and celebrating the impact of your work. Together, let’s continue to build a legacy of innovation and excellence in polytechnic education.

Warm regards,

Anju Kakkar, MBA, IMBB™, Managing Editor, Humber Press

Editorial Board

Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan President & CEO, Humber College

Dr. Melanie Spence-Ariemma

Vice-Provost and Chief Academic Officer of Guelph-Humber

Dr. Ginger Grant Dean, Office of Research & Innovation

Dr. Emma Smith

Associate Dean, Research and Development, Office of Research & Innovation

Dr. Sharon M. McIntyre President, New Cottage Industries & Co.

Sarah Watts-Rynard Chief Executive Officer, Polytechnics Canada

Dr. Thomas Iskov VIA University College

Richard Emes

Pro Vice-Chancellor Research and Innovation, Nottingham Trent University

Mbasa Mwawembe Principal, Managochi Community Technical College

Humber Press Editorial Team

Anju Kakkar, MBA, IMBB™ Managing Editor

Saran Davaajargal Editor

Andrea Chan Graphic Technologist

Editorial Office

Humber Press Office of Research & Innovation, D224 205 Humber College Blvd. Toronto, Ontario Canada M9W 5L7 humberpress.com jipe.ca humber.ca/research ISSN 2561-5904

Key title: Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education Variant title: JIPE Alternate format available upon request. You can reach us at humberpress@humber.ca

What are “peerreviewed” and “non-peer-reviewed” papers?

Peer-reviewed: These are papers that have been evaluated by experts in the field before publication.

Non-peer-reviewed papers: While they are still informative, they have not undergone the peer-review process. They are evaluated by JIPE’s editorial team for their suitability.

Chapter 1. An Inclusive Journal: JIPE

About The Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education

The Journal of Innovation in Polytechnic Education (JIPE) is an online, open-access journal for peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed papers that mobilize knowledge and insights generated by the global polytechnic community.

JIPE publishes original research papers, review articles, brief reports, book reviews, presentation summaries and our “micro-dissemination” options: innovation spotlights and essays.

JIPE welcomes submissions from all researchers and innovators, including but not limited to experienced researchers, scholars, everyday innovators, staff members, research assistants and students.

There is no fee for submission or publication.

Who We Are

JIPE is published by Humber Press, Office of Research & Innovation (ORI), Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning.

Humber College ITAL is a leader among Canadian polytechnics in applied research. ORI helps faculty and student research teams engage in phenomenon-driven research with industry and community partners, solving specific, real-world problems.

The Humber Press team is dedicated to sharing stories of every step of the researcher’s journey—from the time when an idea is just a spark of curiosity to the formation of a research question to the exploration of new areas of knowledge to the dissemination of the final research results.

Our Guiding Principles

At JIPE, we are dedicated to championing a chorus of voices and focusing unwaveringly on research with the potential to reshape the world. Join us in this endeavour—your insight, research, and voice are the keystones of this transformative journey.

Welcoming All Voices: A Symphony of Collaboration

At JIPE, we provide a platform where every voice—be they faculty members, scholars, researchers, innovators, administrative and support staff, students, or alumni—finds its echo. It’s a gathering where the symphony of ideas leads to the crescendo of innovation. Our commitment to collaboration underlines the importance of inclusivity, and every contribution enriches the field. This is our call to you: Join us in this collaborative journey, where your voice is not just heard but shared and celebrated.

Bringing in More Perspectives: A Definitive Stand on Diversity

Journeys are made richer by the diversity of its travellers. JIPE stands firmly on the principle of openness, warmly welcoming thinkers and innovators from all corners of the globe and from every research discipline. We recognize the strength that lies in diversity—the myriad perspectives that converge to challenge the status quo, sparking insights that transcend boundaries. To accommodate the varied needs and preferences of our authors, JIPE not only offers both peer-reviewed and non-peerreviewed options but also provides various categories of submissions. This inclusive approach ensures that scholars, faculty, researchers, innovators, students, staff, or alumni can share their insights in the format that best suits their work. JIPE continues to open its doors wide to all kinds of authors, embracing the full spectrum of voices in the research and innovation community.

Making Research Matter: Be the Catalyst for Change

We aspire to transcend the traditional confines of academic publishing. At JIPE, we aim to showcase research that catalyzes real-world change, bridging the gap between theoretical exploration and tangible impact. We urge our contributors to ponder deeply on the potential impact of their findings—how does your research serve as a beacon for educational improvement or societal advancement? Our platform is a launchpad for ideas that ignite change, inspire action, and foster a culture of meaningful innovation. Let your work be the spark that drives progress, a catalyst for change in a world eager for solutions.

JIPE Subject Areas

JIPE publishes articles that explore the integration of theory and practice as well as educational practices that foster innovation and entrepreneurship characteristic of the polytechnic model of education. JIPE especially encourages contributions exploring the value of polytechnics; examples include but are not limited to innovative teaching and learning practices, interdisciplinary approaches, engagement of students with industry, action learning, applied learning, industry partnerships, skills development, impact measurements, research outcomes, demystifying innovation, and hypothesis-driven experimental research.

Submissions can cover areas of the scholarship of teaching & learning, life sciences, social innovation, health, psychology, Indigenous education & research, and STEAMS. Relevant engineering and mathematics articles are also accepted as long as there is a clear question and hypothesis being tested.

While building your manuscripts, we recommend authors reflect on the following:

1. Did your research findings advance understanding in a specific field?

2. Are your conclusions justified by your results?

3. What is the impact/intended impact of your work?

Expectations for Submissions

For all types of research papers, the expectation is that the research has been systematically conducted with scientific and academic rigour. As such, regardless of the research methodology, all manuscripts submitted as original research papers, review articles, brief reports or innovation spotlights must include sections that describe the empirical approach and summarize the findings and these manuscripts will be peer-reviewed.

Articles should include a brief review of the most relevant literature to situate the approach, a brief method section, a results section and a discussion/conclusion section. JIPE especially encourages submissions that include multiple forms of evidence (e.g., collected at multiple points in time, using multiple data collection instruments, and/or from multiple sources.)

It is the author’s key responsibility to avoid manipulation of existing research data. Authors must report only real, unfabricated data, avoid plagiarism and declare any conflicts of interest. Failing to comply can result in retraction of paper and public announcement of said retraction.

For SoTL Researchers

Please note that for topics related to teaching and learning, personal classroom experiences, anecdotes, and/or reflections, student evaluations, and student grades are not normally sufficient forms of evidence; they may be included, but further evidence is also required.

Take your classroom experiences and innovative teaching practices into the field of research by exploring the impact of the work–collect data, conduct systematic inquiry and analysis and share your findings, conclusions and recommendations with the world. Disseminating your research and knowledge builds on the “S” of the “Scholarship of Teaching & Learning (SoTL)” and we encourage you to do so by submitting your manuscript on JIPE.ca

SoTL Journals

Check out these journals on SoTL:  The Canadian Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (CJSoTL) (ojs.lib.uwo.ca/index.php/ cjsotl_rcacea/)

 University of Saskatchewan— The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: SoTL Journals (libguides.usask.ca/c. php?g=267530&p=1785194)

Benefits of Publishing in JIPE

Enhance Your Professional Reputation: Publishing in JIPE, a respected academic journal, significantly boosts your credibility, positioning you as a knowledgeable and skilled expert.

Broaden Your Impact: Your research can reach a wide audience, including peers, industry professionals, and the polytechnic and applied research and innovation community, amplifying the impact of your work and contributing to the advancement of your field.

Foster Collaborative Opportunities: Publishing in JIPE can open doors to collaborations with other scholars, institutions, and industry partners, facilitating knowledge exchange and innovation.

Drive Innovation and Change: Share ground-breaking ideas and research findings that can influence policy, shape best practices, and drive innovation within the polytechnic education sector and beyond.

Academic Advancement: Publishing is a critical component in achieving tenure, promotion, and recognition in the educational community, demonstrating your active contribution to scholarly research.

Develop Your Research Profile: Increase your visibility and establish a strong scholarly presence, making it easier for other researchers to discover and cite your work.

Engage with a Global Community: JIPE’s international readership allows you to connect with a global network of researchers, educators, and practitioners, expanding your influence and understanding of global trends and challenges.

Receive Constructive Feedback: Benefit from the peer review process, which provides constructive feedback to refine your research and enhance its quality and rigour.

Contribute to Educational Excellence: By sharing your research and innovations, you contribute directly to the body of knowledge that shapes the future of polytechnic education and workforce development.

Personal Fulfillment: Experience the satisfaction of contributing to the research and innovation community and seeing your hard work and research published and recognized.

Empowering Student Voices in Research

For Research Assistants, Thesis/Capstone Students, and COIL Participants

JIPE celebrates the diverse contributions of students across all academic pursuits:

Research Assistants: If you’ve authored or contributed to research within your project role, we encourage you to submit your work. Ensure that your submission is overseen by your project’s principal investigator or supervising researcher, who may also be a co-author.

Check out these example articles written in collaboration with students:

Demystifying Organizational Health: What is it and Why Does it Matter?

Written by Momin F., Joshi T.D. & Alasa-As, C.I. (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/159/81)

Breaking Binaries: The Brookfield Sustainability Institute: Positioning Polytechnics as a Thought Leadership Strategic Bureau

Written by Ross CP, Callahan-Nasser I, Ferrara L (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/157/79)

Thesis/Capstone Students: Your independent research projects are vital to the academic community. We welcome detailed explorations of your subject, offering a platform for your scholarly achievements.

COIL Participants: Students involved in the Collaborative Online International Learning program are encouraged to share the insights and experiences gained from their international and collaborative projects.

For All Students

Whether you’re exploring an innovative idea, involved in a special project, or conducting significant research, JIPE provides the perfect forum to share your work. We value students’ fresh perspectives and unique insights to broaden educational and professional conversations.

Students, to get started, please read the JIPE Toolkit for Students

Submission Guidelines and Expectations

Structure: Start with a clear overview, then detail your methods, present your results, and conclude with the significance of your findings.

Integrity: Maintain integrity by providing accurate data, citing sources correctly to avoid plagiarism, and disclosing any potential conflicts of interest.

Exclusivity: Submit original work that hasn’t been published or submitted elsewhere, ensuring the uniqueness and novelty of your contribution to JIPE.

Explore Various Submission Categories

JIPE’s array of categories, including Book Reviews, Brief Reports, and Essays, caters to different research styles and outputs. Select the one that best showcases your work.

Special Note

We highly recommend reading the JIPE Toolkit for Students, which is specifically designed to cater to student needs. It provides detailed guidelines, tips for successful submission, and resources to help you navigate the journal publishing process.

Why Submit to JIPE? Empowering Your Academic and Professional Journey

Publishing in JIPE offers a wealth of advantages that extend beyond academic recognition:

y Enhance Your Resume: Add the link to the published article on your resume to stand out in job applications, demonstrating your research capabilities and commitment to your field.

y Amplify Your Visibility: Share your work on LinkedIn and other online platforms, increasing your visibility and establishing your reputation as a published author.

y Boost Employment Prospects: Highlight your publication in JIPE as a significant achievement, showcasing your expertise and dedication to potential employers.

y Gain Recognition: Seize the opportunity to be featured in SPARK, our illustrative and award-winning magazine, further highlighting your research and achievements.

Publishing with JIPE provides you with a unique platform to share your research, contributing to the academic community while enhancing your professional profile. These added benefits offer a competitive edge in your studies and future career, affirming JIPE as the ideal choice for disseminating your scholarly work.

Get Started

Delve into the JIPE Submission Handbook to comprehensively understand the submission process and criteria. Familiarize yourself with JIPE’s standards and scope by reviewing past publications.

For more information, read the JIPE Toolkit for Students

Ready to start your submission? Visit jipe.ca and register for an account and submit your research paper.

Note for Contributors

JIPE is an open-access journal that uses the Creative Commons license. The journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. The names and email addresses entered in the journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party. The articles published in this open journal are published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0).

Check out our Social Media platforms: https://lnk.bio/ HumberResearch

Chapter 2. JIPE Publication Process

Rolling Submissions and Timely Publication

JIPE welcomes submissions on a rolling basis, providing a flexible and continuous platform for the publication of academic applied research. This model supports the rapid dissemination of findings and accommodates the needs of both established and emerging researchers. Submissions are accepted year-round through JIPE.ca.

Benefits of Rolling Submissions at JIPE

y Immediate Impact and Engagement: Rolling submissions allow for the swift publication of research, ensuring that ground-breaking findings and innovative ideas are shared with the research and innovation community and the public without unnecessary delays. This timeliness enhances the relevance and impact of the research.

y Year-Round Visibility: With no fixed deadlines, authors can submit their work at any time, ensuring continuous exposure and increased opportunities for citation and recognition. This continuous flow of publications keeps the journal’s content fresh and dynamic.

y Accelerated Scholarly Communication: Rolling submissions streamlines the process from submission to publication, facilitating quicker dissemination of knowledge and faster scholarly dialogue and feedback.

y Adaptability to Research Timelines: Researchers can align submissions with their project timelines and findings rather than being constrained by periodic submission windows. This flexibility is especially beneficial for time-sensitive research that can promptly influence policy-making or industry practices.

y Enhanced Discoverability: Articles published promptly are more likely to be indexed and appear in search results sooner, increasing the reach and accessibility of the research to a global audience.

y Efficient Editorial Process: A steady and manageable flow of submissions reduces bottlenecks and work backlogs, allowing for a more efficient editorial review process. This efficiency benefits both authors and reviewers, leading to higher-quality feedback and improvements in the published material.

By offering rolling submissions, JIPE ensures that the academic and research communities have continuous access to innovative and timely content, fostering a vibrant scholarly exchange and advancement environment.

Special Issues: Call for Papers

Publication Process

General Yearly Issue (Online First, Compiled Annually): JIPE publishes articles online as they are accepted, providing immediate access to research. Starting in January each year, submissions are accepted under an “open issue.” Articles published online and assigned to this open issue by the first week of December are then compiled into the General Yearly JIPE Issue, published in the first quarter of the following year. (Link to current open issue)

Special Issues: JIPE will issue Calls for Papers (CFP) for Special Issues, details of which can be found on our website under the Announcements section. Special Issues are thematic, compiled, and published once all the papers are received and the issue is fully prepared. If the required minimum of five submissions for a Special Issue is not met, JIPE reserves the right to publish the articles in a General Issue or postpone the Special Issue’s publication until the requisite number of submissions is reached. (Link to Announcements)

Sustainability and Access

Aligning with Humber’s sustainability plan, JIPE publishes content electronically, reducing paper use and providing broad, environmentally friendly access to scholarly research.

Check out our latest Call for Paper on our announcement page.

Ready to submit?

Check out our Quick User Guide to sign up for your account and get started!

What happens after submission?

Below is our editorial process.

1. Editorial Process

 Author submits manuscript on JIPE.ca

 Editor assigned

 Double-Blind Peer-Review

 Revisions

 Manuscript accepted (if successful)

2. Production Process

 Manuscript copyedited/proofread  Layout editor assigned

IMPORTANT

Authors, we highly recommend taking a moment to fill out all the fields when registering for your account.

REQUIRED TEMPLATES/DOCUMENTS

Title Page (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/libraryFiles/downloadPublic/17)

Manuscript Template (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/libraryFiles/ downloadPublic/16)

Download Checklist (issuu.com/humber_research/docs/jipe_checklist)

3. Publication

 Manuscript shared with author for approval to proceed to publication  Manuscript published online in “open general” issue or “open special” issue

4. Issue to Press

 Issue closed after set amount of time  Cumulated collection of online submissions compiled as a complete JIPE Issue

 Manuscript shared by JIPE widely on our social media platforms

See JIPE’s workflow on the next page

JIPE Submission Workflow

See the next page for the detailed workflow breakdown.

Corresponding Author log’s in or registers an account with JIPE .c a

Corresponding Author sub mit s manuscript to appropriate catego ry

Journal Editor accepts or rejects submission

Editorial Assistan t assi gns appropriate reviewer(s)

3 to 8 weeks

Please note: Journal Editor reserves the right to request another round of revision or accept

Reviewer accepts or rejects role

Please note: Maximum 3 rounds of revisions

Editorial Assistan t forwards reviewers responses to author

Author (s) makes changes per reviewer’s su ggestion

Submissio n undergoes copyediting and proofreading

Submission sent to Layout Editor

Author (s) receive pre- production for approval

Manuscript is published and shared on social media Af ter set amount of time, open issu e is closed

JIPE Submission Workflow Explained

Authors must fill all required forms as indicated in the sections below.

Since JIPE is an open-access double-blind peer-reviewed journal, we encourage authors to also take on the role of reviewers.

1. Register an account with JIPE.ca or log in to your existing account. Please take a few minutes to input and complete all relevant fields. This helps expedite the production process. You can also track your paper through JIPE’s online portal. Submissions can be received at any time.

2. Once the submission is received, it can take a few days for the Journal Editor to:

a. Accept the submission for peer-review process and assign an Editorial Assistant.

b. Reject the submission if the prerequisites are not met (please refer to the Submission Checklist).

3. Editorial Assistant will assign the appropriate reviewer(s) for the submission. A doubleblind peer-review process can take anywhere from three to six weeks, once reviewers have accepted the review invitation. Authors can typically expect to hear about the status of their manuscripts within three to eight weeks after submission, or longer depending on the influx of submissions at the time and any unforeseen circumstances.

4. Editorial Assistant will forward reviewer responses to the corresponding author. Authors will be assigned one to three weeks to resubmit revised papers.

5. Journal Editor reserves the right to:

a. Request another round of revision if necessary; or

b. Accept the submission

6. Accepted submissions will proceed to the next stage for copyediting and proofreading.

7. Layout and design by JIPE’s layout designer.

8. Authors will receive a pre-production version and they can make any final minor changes. Authors have a maximum of three (3) rounds of revisions.

9. Manuscript will be published on JIPE.ca and assigned to either an “open general” issue or “open special” issue.

10. After a set amount of time, the open issue(s) will be closed.

11. The cumulated collection of online submissions will be compiled into a JIPE Issue.

12. JIPE will share the manuscript widely with our growing audience through the social media channels of Humber’s Office of Research & Innovation: instagram.com/humber_research linkedin.com/showcase/humber-research twitter.com/Humber_Research facebook.com/humberresearch

Please remember that both the editorial board and peer-reviewers are volunteering their time and expertise outside of their day-to-day responsibilities.

Chapter 3. Types of Submissions

At JIPE, we aim to streamline the submission process for our authors. While we highly recommend using the Title Page and Manuscript Template provided on the JIPE website, these are not mandatory. They are designed to guide you in structuring your submission effectively. However, to maintain the integrity of our double-blind peer review process, we request that the “Title Page” be uploaded as a separate file. This ensures that the authors’ identities remain anonymous to reviewers, upholding the fairness and impartiality of the assessment.

Submission Categories

JIPE caters to a wide range of scholarly and innovative works through two main types of submission categories:

Peer-Reviewed Categories

Suitable for academics and professionals, these categories ensure thorough evaluation and scholarly rigour. The peer-reviewed categories include:

 Original Research Paper

 Review Articles

 Brief Reports

Non-Peer-Reviewed Categories

These categories, designed for newcomers to the publishing world, such as students and early-career researchers, provide an accessible platform for sharing innovative and exploratory work. The non-peer-reviewed categories include:

 Innovation Spotlights

 Essays

 Book Reviews

 Presentation Summary

Detailed information about each category and its specific requirements can be found in this handbook.

By offering these diverse submission types, JIPE accommodates the varying needs of the research and innovation communities, facilitating a broad dissemination of knowledge and insights.

Peer-Reviewed Articles

A) Original research papers: 3500–5000 words

Original research papers report on original empirical research, i.e., primary source. These papers report the methods and results of an original research study performed by the author(s). They can include methods and results concluded from analyzing raw data and conclusions drawn from the results of the analysis or focus on teaching and learning, research and innovation, and insights and observations resulting from participation in a research project or case study. We are especially interested in articles that inquire into driving improvement to student-centred academic programming and students’ learning outcomes. Papers may take a qualitative or quantitative approach (or a combination) – authors must clearly identify their approach.

B) Review articles: 3500–5000 words

Review articles provide a balanced synopsis of the current literature within a specific area of inquiry i.e., secondary source. These articles do not report original research of their own. Instead, they draw upon original research articles to suggest new research directions, strengthening support for existing theories and/or identifying patterns among existing research studies for further inquiry. Review articles should summarize the literature comprehensively and identify outstanding questions and areas for future inquiry.

C) Brief reports: 2500–3500 words

Brief reports are papers that report on empirical research but are shorter and more limited in scope. Examples of research that might be presented in this format include results from a pilot study, findings from a study with a small sample size that show promise of large effect size, case studies for classrooms, research using a simple design and answering a single, specific question, or reports from an early phase of a project that is still ongoing.

Brief reports are suitable for presentation of research that extends previously published research, including the reporting of additional controls and confirmatory results in other settings, as well as negative results. Authors must clearly acknowledge any work upon which they are building, both published and unpublished.

Non-Peer-Reviewed Articles

D) Innovation spotlights: 2500–3500 words

Innovation spotlights highlight innovative practices, approaches, or tools and provide accompanying evidence that speaks to the effectiveness of the innovation, including but not limited to an innovative teaching practice or methodology benefitting academia, industry and community partners. Innovation spotlights should include a brief review of the most relevant literature to situate the approach.

E) Essays: 1500–2500 words

The primary purpose of an essay is to advance a new idea, summarize a development, or initiate or engage in discussion. They may be narrower in scope than the above categories, but the subject matter should be of general scholarly interest. Essays may experiment with style, tone, and voice. A strong essay will start a new and interesting scholarly conversation.

F) Book reviews: 1500–2500 words

Scholarly reviews of books are considered for publication, depending on the relevance of the book for the journal readership. These papers should present a summary of the book as well as a thoughtful reflection on the book’s strengths and weaknesses. Of critical importance is that the review situates the book within a teaching and learning as well as research and innovation framework.

G) Presentation summary: 1500–2500 words

Presentation summaries are brief summaries of presentations given at peer-reviewed conferences as part of the publication of conference proceedings. For reference, please take inspiration from JIPE Volume 2, No. 1 Special Issue: Proceedings of the Polytechnics Canada 2019 Annual Showcase (jipe.ca/index.php/ jipe/issue/view/3)

Creative Approach

We accept one-minute videos

“One picture is worth a thousand words.”

–Albert Einstein

As JIPE is a knowledge dissemination platform that reaches a global audience, we encourage you to incorporate creative elements in submissions to facilitate effective communications. We welcome submissions that include images and visual data storytelling approaches. Such elements enhance the reader’s engagement with and understanding of the material.

Examples of additional components include but are not limited to pictures, field notes, figures, tables, graphs and illustrations.

We also welcome inclusion of no more than two videos per submission (each no longer than two minutes). As JIPE is an electronic publication, including streamlined video content can shed further light on your project and/or research study.

Think of:

y Videos

y Graphical abstracts

y Data visualization (e.g., Tableau)

y 3D models

Have fun with your data visualization!

Check out these articles that make use of effective tables, graphs and charts

Decision Making in the Innovation Process: Data-Driven vs. Data-Informed (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/171)

Reimagining the Purpose of Vocational Education and Training: Perspectives of Bhutanese TVET practitioners on online teaching and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/144)

Examination of Manual Removal Strategies for Dog Strangling Vine (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/142)

The Importance of Visual Storytelling

Learn about the importance of visual storytelling

 Visual Storytelling: What Is It? Why Is It Important? (https://www. wearecognitive.com/blog/why-is-visual-storytelling-important)

Need help visualizing your data?

Statistics Canada provides a helpful tool on how to best display your data

 Data Visualization: Best Practices (https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/ pub/89-26-0005/892600052022001-eng.htm)

 Make your data accessible: Data Visualizations, Charts, and Graphs (https://accessibility.huit.harvard.edu/data-viz-charts-graphs)

Chapter 4. Submission Requirements Requirements

Before being considered for publication in JIPE, submissions must adhere to the following:

1. Submission must not have been previously published, nor can it be simultaneously considered for publication in another journal, in whole or in any significant part, in print or in an electronic format.

2. If research contains the results of experimental studies on human participants, the author(s) must include proof of approval by the relevant institutional ethics review committee along with the date of approval (Research Ethics Board). If approval was not required, proof of exemption must be provided.

Once the above conditions have been met, authors must satisfy the following requirements to proceed with the submission:

1. We highly recommend formatting your manuscript as per the Manuscript Template

a. The submission file should be in PDF, OpenOffice, or Microsoft Word file format.

b. Manuscripts are to be formatted according to APA guidelines. The text should be double-spaced, in 12 pt. font.

c. Page numbers should be included.

The template lists major sections that should be included. However, if a particular section is irrelevant to the manuscript, authors may decide to exclude the section with a footnote explanation providing reason to do so.

2. The Title Page must be completed and included as a separate document in all submissions. All information identifying the authorship of the paper is to be included in Title Page. As such, any identifying information about the author(s) must not be included in the manuscript, which will be shared with the reviewers anonymously as part of the double-blind peer-review process.

3. The Contributor Agreement must be filled and submitted. The Contributor Agreement confirms that all persons designated as authors qualify for authorship and approve the publishing of the article. Additionally, the agreement confirms that each author has no financial interest or conflict of interest in the material. If financial interest and/or conflict of interest exist, a statement must be provided about the circumstances.

4. Submissions must be made online through an account created on JIPE.ca Once logged in, submissions can be made using the instructions provided.

5. Writing must be in plain language to ensure accessibility. If your colleague or a friend can understand it, it is a good indicator that your manuscript is understandable! We encourage creativity, a storytelling approach and using an authentic voice in your writing. Please ensure that your paper is free of grammatical and spelling errors.

6. Submissions must take into consideration the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), which includes guidelines on alt-text, long descriptions, and document structure. Please refer to Accessibility Checklist for more details.

7. If excerpts, tables or figures from other copyrighted works are included, the author(s) must obtain permission and cite accordingly.

File Anonymization

To ensure the integrity of anonymous peer-review, every effort should be made to prevent the identities of the authors and reviewers from being known to each other. This involves the authors, editors, and reviewers (who upload documents as part of their review) checking to see if the following steps have been taken with regard to the text and the file properties:

y The authors of the document have deleted their names from the text, with “Author” and year used in the references and footnotes, instead of the authors’ name, article title, etc.

y The authors of the document have removed personal information from the file properties by taking the following steps:

On Windows:

 Go to File

 Select Info

 Click on Check for Issues

 Click on Inspect Document

 In the Document Inspector dialog box, select the check boxes to choose the type of hidden content that you want inspected.

 Click Remove All

 Click Close

 Save the document

On Mac:

 Go to Tools

 Click Protect Document

 Select Remove personal information for this file on save

 Click OK and save the file

PDF:

 Go to File

 Select Properties

 Remove any name in the author field

 Click OK

 Save the document

File Name Structure

When naming your files, please follow the naming conventions below.

Title Page

Cor responding author’s last name Version

Cor responding author’s last name_Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s Title_T itle_v[1,2,3]

Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s T itle

[Corresponding author’s last name]_[Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s Title]_Title_v[1,2,3]

e.g.: Brown_EdWorld_cover_V1.doc; Ke_ClassroomWIL_Cover_v1.doc

Main submission

Cor responding author’s last name Version

Cor responding author’s last name_Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s Title_Main_v[1,2,3]

Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s T itle

[Corresponding author’s last name]_[Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s Title]_Main_v[1,2,3]

e.g.: Brown_EdWorld_Article_v1.doc; Ke_ClassroomWIL_Main_v1.doc

Additional documents

Cor responding author’s last name F ile type

Cor responding author’s last name_Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s Title_Extra_type

Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s T itle

[Corresponding author’s last name]_[Abbreviation of the Manuscript’s Title]_Extra_[type]

e.g.: Brown_EdWorld_Extra_image.jpg; Brown_EdWorld_Extra_graph.xlsx; Ke_ClassroomWIL_img.jpg

Title Page

Download Title Page (https://jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/libraryFiles/downloadPublic/20)

The Title Page will not be shared with the reviewers to ensure the process of doubleblind peer-review.

NOTE: This Title Page must be saved as submitted separately from the rest of the document/manuscript.

Select Manuscript Type from drop-down list.

Type your Manuscript Title

Indicate your manuscript word count of manuscript not including title page, figures, multimedia appendices, tables or references.

Author(s): Byline will only include the name(s) of the author(s). List the authors in the order of appearance and write your name as you want it to appear in the publication

Author(s) note format: Please include the following information for the author’s note:

Author’s Name, highest academic credential, academic affiliations (position, department, institute, city, state, country, email address). Provide short biographical notes. Less than 40 words.

The corresponding author is the guarantor of submission.

Manuscript Heading Structure

JIPE’s Manuscript Template follows the heading structure below:

Title (heading level 1)

Abstract (must be 250 max or less)

Keywords (include 5-6 keywords)

Intro (heading level 2)

 Subhead (heading level 3)

Method (heading level 2)

 Participants (heading level 3)

 Sub-head (heading level 4)

 Materials (heading level 3)

 Sub-head (heading level 4)

 Procedure (heading level 3)

 Sub-head (heading level 4)

Results (heading level 2)

 Subhead (heading level 3)

 Sub-head (heading level 4)

Discussion (heading level 2)

 Subhead (heading level 3)

 Subhead (heading level 4)

Conclusion (heading level 2)

References (heading level 2)

Quick Tip

Add Keywords! The power of discoverability

An author who published in JIPE Vol4 Issue1 , was interviewed and featured in the BBC, What “upskilling” means for the future of work .

Helpful Writing Resources

Check out these valuable writing guides:

 Western University Writing Resources (http://writing. uwo.ca/undergrads/writing_ resources.html)

 Purdue University Writing Lab (https://owl.purdue.edu/)

 Elsevier Author tools & resources (https://www. elsevier.com/authors/toolsand-resources)

IMPORTANT

Submit on JIPE.ca

Please submit both Title Page and Manuscript file (submission template).

Manuscript Template

Download Manuscript Template (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/libraryFiles/downloadPublic/16)

If your submission belongs to the category: essay, book review, invited commentary or presentation summary, the sections highlighted in blue are optional. For all other types of submissions, all sections of the template are mandatory. If any section is excluded, please provide an explanation about the reason for exclusion.

Note: Please remove all authorship identifying details in your manuscript to ensure double-blind peer-review process. Once the submission is approved and reviewed, authors may add authorship information to their manuscripts before proceeding to final production/layout phase prior to publishing.

And one more resource…

Helpful guideline/framework to summarize your research project.

 Rainbow Framework by BetterEvaluation (https:// www.betterevaluation.org/ frameworks-guides/rainbowframework)

Contributor Agreement

The Contributor Agreement is now available online as an e-form. Once you have signed the Contributor Agreement, your copy will be automatically generated and emailed to you.

View Contributor Agreement (https://forms.office.com/r/KWqPMqkGaQ)

JIPE recommends that authorship be based on the following four criteria (please note the “AND”). The Contributor Agreement also contains this clause. By e-signing the contributor agreement, the corresponding author confirms that all authors of the relevant manuscript adhere to the following four points:

y Substantial contributions to the conception or design of the work; or the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data for the work; AND

y Drafting the work or revising it critically for important intellectual content; AND

y Final approval of the version to be published; AND

y Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work in ensuring that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.

At its sole discretion, JIPE reserves the right to republish and reproduce an article along with a note that details the original publication history.

Submissions Checklist

Download Checklist (issuu.com/humber_research/docs/jipe_checklist)

Submission Eligibility

Certify that the submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration. If research contains the results of experimental studies on human participants, did you obtain proof of approval by the relevant institutional ethics review committee along with the date of approval e.g., approval from Research Ethics Board. If approval was not required, proof of exemption must be provided.

Submission Preparation

Sign the Contributor Agreement

Declare all potential conflicts of interest.

Sign up for an account on JIPE.ca

Declare financial relationship with the organization that sponsored the research (if applicable).

Corresponding author has an account on JIPE .

Author to consider accepting role of reviewer.

Author provides areas of expertise.

Submission Components

Download Title Page and Manuscript Template for submission.

Remove all authorship identifying (anonymize) details from manuscript, including removing the author information from the file’s built-in properties.

Include 250–300 word abstract.

Include 6-8 keywords.

Include relevant APA (7th edition) citations for the sources.

Include all authors’ names and academic credentials. Include any images/visuals (if applicable; images/ visuals should be high resolution 300 dpi (if possible), file format .jpg, .eps, .tiff, or .psd or an original Adobe Illustrator file .ai or .eps). JIPE reserves the right to choose a visual element to accompany the article if visuals are not provided.

Submission Compliance

Ensure file names follow File Naming Convention.

Ensure submission is written in plain language to ensure accessibility and ease of understanding.

Proofread manuscript for grammar and spellcheck.

Ensure submission word count falls within the submission category word count .

Ensure submission complies with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). See Submission Accessibility checklist.

Obtain written permission for any copyrighted table(s), figure(s), image(s)/visual(s) or excerpt(s) included.

Submission Formatting

Check that submission is formatted using Manuscript Template.

Ensure submission is in PDF, OpenOffice, or Microsoft Word file format.

Ensure submission is double-spaced and in 12 pt. font.

Ensure page numbers and line numbers included in submission.

Reviewer Edits

Turn on ‘ track changes’ when making any changes in your revised submission document.

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Accessibility

Images include alternative (alt) text.

Diagrams/graphs have high contrast.

Diagrams/graphs clearly labeled.

Colour in tables or diagrams are not the only means of conveying information; add a secondary representation using texture, line style or text.

Hyperlinks have Meaningful Names.

Use built-in header styles from Manuscript Template.

Tables

Use simple table structure.

Table used for data only, not layout formatting.

Header row specified.

Header column titles are unique (no repeating titles).

Avoid split or merged cells.

Avoid nested tables and blank rows/columns/cells.

Additional Accessibility Resources

 Accessible by Design: Inclusive Content Development Tips

 Building Accessible Tables

 Microsoft: Video: Create Accessible Tables

 Perkin’s Creating an Accessible Table in Word

 Links and Hypertext

References

Building accessible tables. Dallas College. (n.d.). https://www. dallascollege.edu/about/accessibility/guidelines/ pages/building-tables.

Links and Hypertext. WebAIM. (n.d.). https://webaim.org/ techniques/hypertext/link_text aspx

Gorgon, A. (2021). Accessible by Design: Inclusive Content Development Tips. The Institute for Performance and Learning. https://performanceandlearning.ca/ blogpost/1880447/370727/Accessible-by-DesignInclusive-Content-Development-Tips

World Leaders in Research-Based User Experience. (n.d.). Using the title attribute to help users predict where they are

Pre-production phase checklist

Incorporate the relevant feedback received from your reviewer(s).

Review and respond to the pre-production file received from the JIPE graphic artist.

Provide approval for the final version of the submission.

“Accessible design is good design— it benefits people who don’t have disabilities as well as people who do.”

—Steve Ballmer, former CEO of Microsoft

going. Nielsen Norman Group. https://www.nngroup. com/articles/title-attribute/

Create accessible tables. Video: Create accessible tables in Word. (n.d.). https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/ office/video-create-accessible-tables-in-wordcb464015-59dc-46a0-ac01-6217c62210e5

Creating an accessible table in word. Perkins eLearning. (n.d.). https://www.perkinselearning.org/technology/digitaltransitions/creating-accessible-table-word

Chapter 5. Peer Review Process

Peer Review at JIPE

JIPE is committed to upholding the highest standards of scholarship through our double-blind peer-review process. This rigorous approach ensures the anonymity of both authors and reviewers, promoting an unbiased evaluation based solely on the content’s merit.

Process and Expectations

y Peer review is essential for original research papers, review articles, and brief reports, facilitating their acceptance for publication.

y Our double-blind process helps mitigate bias, emphasizing content quality, the acknowledgment of previous research, plagiarism detection, and the contribution to academic discourse.

y Typically, one to two reviewers with relevant expertise assess each article, providing detailed feedback to enhance the manuscript’s strengths and address any weaknesses.

Developmental Approach

y JIPE values constructive feedback, especially supporting authors new to publishing in peer-reviewed environments. Our process is designed to nurture and refine scholarly work, ensuring it reaches its highest potential.

y Reviewers are expected to maintain a collegial and supportive tone, offering concrete, actionable suggestions to improve the manuscript.

Shape the future of polytechnics and get started in your reviewer journey with JIPE!

Benefits of Becoming a Reviewer

We encourage authors and members of the research and innovation community to consider becoming reviewers. Engaging as a reviewer provides numerous benefits, including:

y Staying abreast of the latest developments in your field.

y Enhancing your own critical analysis and editorial skills.

y Contributing to the integrity and quality of research in your discipline.

If you already have an account with JIPE, update your profile to include ‘Reviewer’ in your role. If you don’t have an account with JIPE, register with one today and make sure to check off the ‘Reviewer’ role.

y Expanding your professional network and increasing your visibility within your community.

To express interest in becoming a reviewer, register or log onto JIPE.ca and select the reviewer role or contact us at humberpress@humber.ca.

Review Criteria and Feedback

y Reviewers assess manuscripts on the principal strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript, providing specific, constructive feedback. Confidential comments may also be shared with the editor to assist in the decision-making process.

y Should revisions be necessary, the original reviewers often re-evaluate the revised manuscript to confirm whether the initial concerns have been adequately addressed.

Decision Making

After reviewing the revisions, JIPE will conclude with one of the following actions:

y Acceptance of the paper for publication.

y Request for further revisions.

y Rejection of the submission.

Reviewer Recognition and Resources

y JIPE values the contributions of our reviewers and recognizes their efforts on JIPE.ca.

y Reviewers and potential reviewers are recommended to consult resources like Ten tips for a truly terrible peer review by Burt Blocken and Top tips for peer reviewers by Wiley

Reviewer Request Form

As part of the doubleblind peer-review process, reviewers will receive an email with a link to a form similar to the one shown here.

Info will update according to manuscript submission type

Resources and Quick Guide

Below are some resources for your article writing journey!

JIPE Quick User Guide

Access our Quick User Guide to get your account started on JIPE and other useful information regarding your JIPE account. (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/submissions-handbook)

Writing Tips & Tricks

Helpful Guideline/Framework to Summarize Your Research Project

 Rainbow Framework by BetterEvaluation (betterevaluation.org/frameworks-guides/rainbowframework)

Helpful Writing Resources

 Visual Storytelling: What Is it? Why Is It Important? (wearecognitive.com/blog/why-isvisual-storytelling-important)

 Western University Writing Resources (writing. uwo.ca/undergrads/writing_resources.html)

 Purdue University Writing Lab (owl.purdue.edu)

 Elsevier Author tools & resources (elsevier.com/ authors/tools-and-resources)

Journal Inspiration

Not sure where to start? Here are some resources to help you get started on your research paper writing journey:

 Concordia University: How to write a research paper (library.concordia.ca/help/writing/researchpaper.php)

 Butte College: How to start (and complete) a research paper (butte.edu/departments/cas/ tipsheets/research/research_paper.html)

 University of Wisconsin – Madison: Writing a research paper (writing.wisc.edu/handbook/ assignments/planresearchpaper)

SoTL Journals

Check out these journals on SoTL

 The Canadian Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (CJSoTL) (ojs.lib.uwo.ca/index.php/cjsotl_rcacea/)

 University of Saskatchewan—The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: SoTL Journals (libguides. usask.ca/c.php?g=267530&p=1785194)

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Abstract inspiration

Here are some great abstracts to jump-start your creativity:

 Regenerative Revolution: How Canadian Polytechnics are Leading the Charge (https://jipe. ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/133)

 Advancing Post-Admission Academic Language Support at a Canadian Polytechnic Institute (https://jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/153)

 Indsights: A Window into the Indigenous Economy (https://jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/ view/151)

Sample Published Papers

If you’re interested in reading research papers that have been written in collaboration with research assistants, we suggest that you review the following for inspiration:

Demystifying Organizational Health: What is it and Why Does it Matter? (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/view/159/81)

Breaking Binaries – The Brookfield Sustainability Institute: Positioning Polytechnics as a Thought Leadership Strategic Bureau ( jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/ article/view/157/79)

Learning In The New Digital Era: Are Polytechnic Education Institutions Up For The Challenge? Are There Lessons To Be Learnt From Sun Tze’s Ancient Text “The Art of War” (jipe.ca/index.php/jipe/article/ view/155/77)

Citation

 Humber’s APA & MLA & Academic Integrity (library.humber.ca/APA-MLA)

 Purdue OWL’s APA Formatting and Style Guide (7th Edition) (owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_ citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_ guide/index.html)

Accessibility

 Accessible by Design: Inclusive Content Development Tips (performanceandlearning.ca/ blogpost/1880447/370727/Accessible-by-DesignInclusive-Content-Development-Tips)

 Building Accessible Tables (dallascollege.edu/ about/accessibility/guidelines/pages/buildingtables.aspx)

 Microsoft: Video: Create Accessible Tables (support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/video-createaccessible-tables-in-word-cb464015-59dc-46a0ac01-6217c62210e5)

 Perkin’s Creating an Accessible Table in Word (perkinselearning.org/technology/digitaltransitions/creating-accessible-table-word)

 Links and Hypertext (webaim.org/techniques/ hypertext/link_text)

Interested in developing your research story?

Check out Humber Press’ 1-hour video workshop (https://youtu.be/ vroyxA-fNB0) designed to help you in your storytelling journey. Our team shares various techniques and tools for crafting powerful narratives, creating visuals, and ensuring accessibility. We hope you’ll enjoy this resource and share it with your colleagues and friends.

Visit humberpress.com/resources to find valuable resources on how to create impactful visuals and graphs/tables.

We Want To Hear From You

Questions? Suggestions?

Let’s Embark on This Journey Together

Do you have curiosities to explore or insights to share? Are you navigating the twists and turns of crafting your manuscript? Fear not! Your journey through journal publishing is a path we tread together.

At Humber Press, we’re more than just a destination for your research; we’re your companions in the voyage of discovery and innovation. Whether you’re puzzled by a particular detail or bursting with ideas and feedback, we’re here to ensure your expedition is both enlightening and exhilarating.

Don’t let uncertainties slow your stride or questions dampen your spirit. Reach out and let us illuminate the way, providing the support and resources you need to sail smoothly through your research journey.

Contact Us

Email: humberpress@humber.ca

Web: humberpress.ca

Web: jipe.ca

As an integral part of Humber’s Office of Research & Innovation, Humber Press is your gateway to a world of exploration and achievement. Let’s navigate this adventure of knowledge and creation together, transforming curiosity into impact!

Best regards, The JIPE Team

An idea is all it takes to begin the journey to research and innovation.