Peer-Reviewed Articles
Original research papers: 3500–5000 words
Original research papers report on the results of a research study conducted by the author(s). These submissions make a significant contribution to educational/teaching theory, policy of practice. These article should follow APA Journal Article Reporting Standards (JARS).
Review articles: 3500–5000 words
Review articles critically examine and analyze the current literature within a specific area of inquiry in order to suggest new research directions, strengthen support for existing theories, or identify gaps or challenges. These articles do not report original research.
Included in this submission category are literature reviews, systematic reviews, scoping reviews, meta-analyses, and integrative reviews.
Innovation spotlights: 2500–3500 words
Innovation spotlights explore the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of new pedagogical practices, approaches, or tools that are relevant in a post-secondary education setting.
These include, but are not limited to,
- innovative curricula
- courses
- teaching methodologies
- teaching formats
- frameworks
- evaluation techniques
Innovation spotlights must include evidence of the effectiveness of the teaching intervention. These articles should include a brief review of the most relevant literature to situate the intervention.
Brief reports: 2500–3500 words
Brief reports present empirical or practice-based studies that are shorter and more limited in scope than full research papers. These articles serve to inspire further research or alert researchers to work in progress.
This category is appropriate for, but not limited to,
- single-site or pilot studies
- preliminary findings from ongoing projects
- analysis of research datasets
- case studies
- capstone or course-based project reflections
- auto-ethnographic accounts of teaching and learning
- methodological articles
Scholarly Essays: 1500-3000 words
Essays present original and well-substantiated arguments that address a particular question or issue. They contribute to discussions of theory, policy, practice, or contemporary issues relevant to polytechnic education. Essays can be critical, theoretical, or reflective. These articles may also be autoethnographic in nature, or blend personal storytelling with analysis.
While essays need not report original empirical research, they should make a substantive contribution to educational knowledge and discourse.
Non-Peer-Reviewed Articles
Book reviews: 1500–2500 words
Scholarly reviews of books about teaching and learning, applied research, polytechnic education, or other topics related to JIPE’s scope. These papers should present a summary of the book as well as a thoughtful reflection on the book’s strengths and weaknesses.
Presentation summary: 1500–2500 words
Presentation summaries are expanded or adapted versions of presentations given at academic conferences or workshops. This can include conference papers, poster displays and other knowledge dissemination activities. For reference, please take inspiration from JIPE Volume 2, No. 1 Special Issue: Proceedings of the Polytechnics Canada 2019 Annual Showcase.