Authors Guidelines

Vision and Objectives

Al-Ameen Journal of Human Sciences is an academic periodical aimed at publishing scientific research in the field of human sciences, targeting researchers and enthusiasts both locally and internationally. The journal facilitates the publication of research in both Arabic and English to meet the needs of its diverse audience and expand the impact of published research.

Vision

To be the leader in scientific publishing at both national and international levels by providing outstanding academic publishing platforms that align with the university’s aspirations and contribute to the advancement of scientific research.

Mission

To enhance the standing of Al-Ameen University by publishing distinguished human sciences research that contributes to knowledge development, community service, and the building of a strong and sustainable knowledge economy.

Objectives

  1. Excellence in Scientific Publishing: Achieve high standards of quality in scientific publishing according to internationally recognized standards.
  2. Global Ranking: Work towards including the university’s journals in prestigious global ranking databases such as Scopus or EI Compendex.
  3. Support for Researchers: Provide platforms for publishing the work of faculty members and researchers, thereby contributing to the development of scientific research.
  4. Scientific Communication: Enhance collaboration and communication among researchers both within Iraq and internationally, to create an integrated scientific network.
  5. Academic Integration: Foster cooperation among scientific journals with related disciplines to achieve academic integration.
  6. Global Distribution: Expand the scope of publication and distribution to serve researchers and stakeholders both locally and internationally.
  7. Scientific Citation: Increase the citation rates of research published in our journals, contributing to the elevation of their scientific status.
  8. Professional Ethics: Adhere to the highest standards of scientific publishing and avoid unethical practices.
  9. Open Access Publishing: Make the scientific content of the journals freely available internationally to broaden the base of knowledge.

Journal Fields and Specializations for Publication

  1. Languages and Literature: Research related to the study of languages, their sciences, and their development.
  2. Educational and Psychological Sciences: Studies focusing on the development of education and psychological sciences.
  3. History and Social Sciences: Research related to human history and social development.
  4. Philosophy and Humanities: Articles exploring philosophy and human thought.

Journal Policy

Research Licensing

All research published in Al-Ameen Journal of Human Sciences is licensed under the  Creative     Commons Attribution 4.0, which permits authors to:

  • Copy, redistribute, and publish research in any medium or format.
  • Reuse and adapt content according to the terms of the license.

Publishing Policies

Al-Amin Journal of Human Sciences adheres to high standards of scientific publishing ethics in accordance with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Submission of research for publication implies the author's acceptance of all declared publishing terms and conditions. Acceptance decisions are based on the scientific value of the research and its alignment with the journal's goals and specializations.

  1. Scientific Quality: The journal upholds the highest standards of scientific integrity and research originality, while maintaining the confidentiality of reviewers and their reports. The views expressed in the published articles reflect the authors' perspectives only.
  2. Publication Schedule: Authors will be notified of the publication decision within 8 weeks, and publication will occur within 6 months. The publication date will be fixed upon acceptance of the paper.
  3. Archiving: The journal maintains both paper and electronic copies of published issues and provides free access to them through the journal's website and official academic platforms.

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Submission and Publication Process

  1. Submission: Researchers must confirm that their work has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere until the review process in the journal is complete.
  2. Human Studies: Research must include a statement confirming compliance with institutional laws and guidelines and obtaining necessary approvals.
  3. Co-Authors: Authorship should be limited to those who made significant contributions to the research, with all authors agreeing to the final version of the paper.
  4. Initial Review: Research undergoes an initial review to determine its suitability for the journal's scope and policies.
  5. Revisions: Researchers must make required revisions within two weeks.
  6. Responsibility: Researchers are fully responsible for typographical and linguistic errors after submission.
  7. Corrections: Authors must immediately notify the editor of any errors and cooperate in correcting them.
  8. Withdrawal: Authors may withdraw their paper by submitting a justified request, which will be considered by the Editor-in-Chief.

Conflict of Interest Disclosure

  • For Researchers: Any financial or personal relationships that may affect the research must be disclosed, and the role of sponsors in different stages of the research must be clarified.
  • For Reviewers: Reviews must be objective, with any potential biases disclosed. Personal criticism of the author is not acceptable.

For Editors: Editors must avoid making decisions on papers authored by their colleagues or family members; such papers must undergo independent review procedures.

Plagiarism and Misconduct

  • Plagiarism: All research is checked for plagiarism using advanced software like Turnitin before evaluation.
  • Misconduct: The journal takes serious measures to prevent the publication of papers containing research misconduct, such as plagiarism or data fabrication.

Free Distribution

Al-Amin Journal of Human Sciences makes all research and published materials freely available to the public, without any download or subscription fees, to support open access and free knowledge.

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Research Submission Guidelines

Submission Requirements

To ensure the acceptance of a paper for publication, authors must adhere to the following conditions:

  1. Scientific Integrity: Authors are responsible for ensuring that the submitted research is free from any plagiarism or intellectual property violations. Any such violations will legally fall on the authors.
  2. Publication Exclusivity: Authors must confirm that the research has not been previously published or submitted elsewhere, ensuring the originality of the work.
  3. Consent of All Contributors: Authors must obtain consent from all research participants to submit the paper for publication in this journal.
  4. Anonymity: To ensure unbiased review, the submission file must be free of any mention of the authors’ names.
  5. File Format: The research must be submitted in Microsoft Word format to ensure compatibility with the journal’s electronic system.
  6. License: Publication requires that the research be under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, allowing the use of the work while maintaining author rights.

Author Commitment Form

Please complete the following commitment form and include it with your submission:

Author Commitment Form

I, [Primary Researcher’s Name], acknowledge that the submitted paper titled [Title of Paper] is an original work that has not been published or submitted elsewhere. I certify that the research is free from any intellectual property rights violations and that all participants have agreed to submit the paper for publication in Al-Amin Journal of Human Sciences. I also confirm that the uploaded file does not contain any authors' names and is in Microsoft Word format. I agree to publish the research under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License and accept legal and ethical responsibility for any violations that may occur.

Signature:
Date:

Researchers are requested to adhere to these requirements to ensure a smooth and organized publication process.

Author Guidelines for Al-Amin Journal of Human Sciences

  1. General Requirements

1.1 Language
The journal publishes articles in Arabic and English only. The article must include an abstract in English on the first page, following the format specified in the journal’s template.

2.1 Article Length
While the journal does not impose strict page limits, articles should be concise, avoiding unnecessary elaboration and filler content.

  1. File Format
    The article must be submitted in Microsoft Word format according to the guidelines provided in the journal’s template.
  2. Article Structure
    The research should follow this order:
  • Title
  • List of authors, their affiliations, and email addresses
  • Keywords
  • Abstract
  • Introduction
  • Research Problem or Questions
  • Methodology or Research Plan
  • Conclusions summarized in a general overview
  • Appendices
  • References list + Romanization of references

1.3 Title
The title should be a brief and precise description of the article's content, not exceeding 12 words.

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2.3 Author Information

(a) Name(s) of the author(s).
(b) Affiliation(s) of the author(s), including the city and country.
(c) Email address for each author.
(d) Academic profile on the ORCID platform for each author. If the authors are not affiliated with an academic institution, only their city, country of residence, and email address will be provided.

3.3 Abstract

The abstract should briefly clarify the research objective, methodology, and findings, without exceeding 350 words. The abstract must be free of references.

4.3 Keywords

The author should provide 4 to 6 keywords for indexing purposes.

5.3 Introduction

The introduction should be concise, outlining the background and significance of the research by reviewing relevant literature and previous theories.

6.3 Critical Review of Literature and Previous Studies

This section should present the literature and previous studies related to the issue or phenomenon under investigation, analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of previous studies, and clarifying the unique contribution of the research.

7.3 Methodology

This section should contain details about the procedures and steps followed in the study, which can be divided into subsections if necessary.

8.3 Results and Conclusions

The results should be presented logically and in relation to the research questions and problems, highlighting the value and importance of the findings.

9.3 References

The references must be relevant and accurate, formatted according to the APA style. Ensure that each reference is cited both in the text and in the reference list.

9.3.1 Citations

References should be cited in the text by mentioning the researcher's name and the year of publication in parentheses; for example:
The profession of "digital professor" is one of the new mechanisms for education in the current era (Robinson, 2003).

The issue has been extensively studied by several researchers (Aboud, 1991; Barakat et al., 1995; Kilso & Smith, 1998; Midvik et al., 1999).

9.3.2 Reference List

  • Only works that have been cited should be included.
  • References should be arranged alphabetically by the author's last name.
  • The names of journals and book titles should be italicized.
  • If a DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is available, please include it (e.g., "https://doi.org/abc").

Examples of Reference Formatting:

  1. Journal Article in Humanities:
  1. Book:
    • In English:
      • Brown, L. R. (2019). Cultural narratives and their impact. Boston, MA: Beacon Press.

Additional Examples of Reference Formatting:

  1. Chapter from an Edited Book:
    • In English:
      • Johnson, L. M. (2021). The evolution of narrative structures in contemporary fiction. In R. S. Brown & T. L. Clark (Eds.), Narrative Forms and Functions (pp. 78-95). New York, NY: Routledge.
    • In Arabic:
      • عبد الرحمن، ناصر. (2022). تطور بنى السرد في الرواية المعاصرة. في: عادل الكيلاني وسارة يوسف (محرران)، أشكال السرد ووظائفه (ص. 90-105). القاهرة، مصر: دار الأفق.
  1. Online Article:
  1. Types of Contributions:
    • This section would detail the various types of contributions made by the authors in the creation of the work, such as conceptualization, methodology, data analysis, writing, etc. Each author's role should be clearly stated.

Articles must comply with the types published by the journal, which include:

  • Research Article: A study or research based on a specific problem or research questions and scientific methodology.
  • Translated Texts: Excerpts from foreign books or literary or humanities articles translated into Arabic.
  • Critical Reviews: A critical evaluation of literary or humanities texts or translations, highlighting their strengths and limitations.
  1. Translated Texts

When submitting a translated text from a foreign book or study, both the original and translated texts must be provided for the translation to be evaluated by the reviewers.

  1. Permissions

The author bears full responsibility for obtaining the necessary permissions for the research before submitting the article. Details of permissions, rights, and ownership must be indicated in the article or appendices.

  1. Research Ethics

Authors must adhere to research ethics in line with the Declaration of Helsinki. Researchers are required to follow international standards for publishing ethics and must avoid revealing the identities of participants in the research without prior consent.

  1. Requests for Author Name Changes

After submitting and depositing the article, a request to modify the authors' names can be made before the final publication. This requires a signed letter from all authors explaining the reasons and agreeing to the change, in accordance with COPE standards.

  1. Journal Templates and Writing Instructions
  • Arabic Template [WORD]
  • English Template [WORD]

For inquiries, please contact the journal's administration via email: somar292@gmail.com.

Privacy Statement

The names and emails entered on the journal's website are used solely for academic purposes. They will not be used for any other purpose or disclosed to third parties.

Introduction

Welcome to Al-Ameen Journal of Humanities. The journal publishes articles in both Arabic and English. Our goal is to disseminate original and rigorous research in the field of humanities. To ensure your submissions are processed efficiently, please carefully follow the guidelines below.

  1. Submission Criteria

2.1 Originality of Research:
The submitted research must be original and not previously published. Additionally, the research should not be under consideration by other journals or publications.

2.2 Participant Consent:
Ensure that all contributors to the research have given their consent. This consent should include agreement to submit the research for publication in Al-Ameen Journal of Humanities.

2.3 Anonymity:
Authors must submit their research without any identifying information (such as names or institutions) in the uploaded version to ensure the confidentiality of the review process.

2.4 File Format:
The research must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx) to ensure compatibility with the review and final editing systems.

2.5 Licensing:
The research must comply with the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, which allows readers to use the research while maintaining the author’s rights.

  1. Research Preparation
  • Accepted Languages: Research papers can be submitted in either Arabic or English.
  • Proofreading: Papers should be free from linguistic and grammatical errors. It is recommended that papers be reviewed by a professional proofreader.

3.1 Research Formatting

  • Title:
    • Font Size: 16, bold.
    • Alignment: The title should be centered on the page, with the title provided in both Arabic and English if the research is submitted in both languages.
  • Author Names:
    • All authors should be listed in the order of their contribution to the research.
    • Academic affiliations and institutions of each author should be included.
    • An email address for each author must be provided.
    • Font Size: 14.
  • Abstract:
    • The abstract should be presented in both Arabic and English and must include the following sections:
      • Background: Provide the context and reasons for the research.
      • Objectives: Outline the main objectives of the research.
      • Methodology: Summarize the research method used.
      • Results: Highlight the key findings of the research.
      • Conclusions: Summarize the main conclusions and the significance of the findings.
    • Length: Should not exceed 300 words for each language.
    • Font Size: 12.
  • Formatting: Double-spaced, with both the Arabic and English abstracts included on the same page.
  • Keywords:
    • 3-5 keywords reflecting the main topics of the research must be provided.
    • Font Size: 12.
    • Formatting: Keywords should be presented in both Arabic and English.
  • Main Body of the Research:
    • Font: Times New Roman, size 12.
    • Line Spacing: Double-spaced.
    • Paragraph Formatting: Paragraphs should not have indentations at the beginning. The text should be organized into sections such as Introduction, Literature Review, Research Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion.
  • Tables and Figures:
    • Tables and figures should be numbered sequentially and clearly labeled.
    • They should be referenced in the text.
    • Font Size: 12.
  • Footnotes:
    • Use footnotes instead of endnotes.
    • Footnotes should be numbered sequentially.
    • Font Size: 12.

3.2 Citation and References System

  • Citation Style: APA 7th edition is used for citations.
  • Citation Examples: (This section would typically include examples of in-text citations and references formatted according to the APA style).

3.2 Citation Examples

  • Book:
    • In Arabic: الكاتب، الاسم. (السنة). عنوان الكتاب. مكان النشر: الناشر.
    • In English: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of work. Publisher.
  • Journal Article:
    • In Arabic: الكاتب، الاسم. (السنة). عنوان المقال. اسم المجلة، رقم المجلد (العدد)، الصفحات.
    • In English: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of article. Title of Journal, volume(issue), pages.
  • Online Article:
    • In Arabic: الكاتب، الاسم. (السنة). عنوان المقال. اسم الموقع. الرابط.
    • In English: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of article. Title of Website. URL.

3.3 Submission Process

  • Electronic Submission:
    • Research papers must be sent via the designated email address for the journal.
    • Ensure that the complete text of the research, including tables, figures, and appendices, is provided.
  • Peer Review:
    • Submissions are subjected to double-blind review by independent reviewers.
    • Authors may be required to make revisions based on reviewers' feedback.
  • Acceptance and Publication:
    • Authors will be notified of acceptance or rejection within 6 weeks of submission.
    • The research will be published within 6 months of acceptance.