Overview of Saudi Journal of Special Education

About the Journal

The Saudi Journal of Special Education is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal established in 2015. It is regarded as one of the leading scholarly journals for research publication. The journal is published periodically in four issues annually, with the aim of providing researchers from various countries around the world, and across diverse academic disciplines and fields, with a rapid peer-review and publication service.

The Saudi Journal of Special Education aims to be among the foremost peer-reviewed academic journals, contributing to the advancement of the Arab world's research output and enriching local and Arab academic libraries. It seeks to achieve this goal by supporting Arab researchers from different countries and academic disciplines in publishing their original scientific research in a specialized, peer-reviewed academic journal.

Establishment of the Journal

It is the first peer-reviewed periodical specializing in special education and disability in the Arab world. It is published by King Saud University Press, the first university press at an Arab university.

The journal’s editorial board comprises academics specializing in special education, all of whom are faculty members in the Department of Special Education at King Saud University. Established in 1983–1984 CE (1404 AH), this department is regarded as a leading department and was the first academic department in the Arab world to award a bachelor's degree in special education.

The journal also has an international advisory editorial board comprising distinguished experts in research and publishing in the fields of special education and disability.

Vision

To achieve excellence in publishing knowledge, related to disability and special education.

Mission

To provide an outstanding source of knowledge for individuals with disabilities, gifted individuals and their families, as well as professionals, practitioners, policymakers, specialized administrators, and researchers.

Objectives

The journal aims to publish outstanding, peer-reviewed research in the fields of disability and special education. Although its primary focus is the Arab region, it aspires to achieve international recognition and become a global, multidisciplinary publication platform, publishing research in both Arabic and English from around the world on a wide range of topics.

Membership and Contact Information

· Membership registration link: https://gester.ksu.edu.sa/ar/node/1297

· Membership fee: SAR 300

· Bank account IBAN for membership and publication fees (Saudi National Bank): SA7610000069100005557805

· Journal email: sjse@ksu.edu.sa

· Journal website: https://sjse.ksu.edu.sa/ar

· X (formerly Twitter): @SJSE2021

· For inquiries, contact: 0554641137

Submission Policies and Procedures

Submissions to the Saudi Journal of Special Education must comply with the following policies and procedures:

1. Open Submission Policy: The journal operates an open submission policy, allowing manuscripts to be submitted at any time.

2. Languages of Publication: The journal accepts manuscripts written in Arabic or English.

3. Exclusive Submission: The journal does not accept manuscripts that are under review or being considered for publication by another journal or publishing entity.

4. Originality of Research: The journal publishes original research and studies. It does not accept manuscripts that have been previously published or that have been extracted from a previously published study.

5. Scope of the Journal: The journal accepts only research and studies that fall within its aims and scope.

6. Letters to the Editor: The journal publishes letters to the editor.

7. Publication Ethics: The journal adheres to the standards of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward violations of COPE standards. Accordingly, all manuscripts submitted to the journal must fully comply with COPE's ethical guidelines.

8. Author Approval: A manuscript must be submitted by one of its authors, and the submission must be approved by all co-authors. All contributing authors must provide written approval of the final version of the manuscript.

9. Online Submission: Manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the journal's website: https://japksu.com/index.php/SJSE.

10. Manuscript Length: The journal prefers manuscripts to be between 15 and 30 pages (4,000–8,000 words).

11. Formatting and Referencing Style: The journal follows the American Psychological Association (APA) style, as specified in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th edition. Authors must format their manuscripts according to the requirements set out in the journal's template.

12. For additional information and details, please contact the journal at: SJSE@ksu.edu.sa.

Publication Requirements

· Sign the Declaration of Non-Publication Form, available on the journal’s official website.

· Sign the Language and Spelling Review Declaration Form, available on the journal’s official website.

· Attach a separate Word document containing the study’s abstract in Arabic. The abstract must not exceed 250 words and must accompany the Arabic-language study.

· Attach a separate Word document containing the study’s abstract in English. The abstract must not exceed 250 words. Literal translations produced through online translation tools are not accepted. Include the study’s keywords in English.

· Attach the CV(s) of the researcher(s).

· Attach a copy of the manuscript containing the study title and the author’s name in both Arabic and English, without page numbering.

· Attach another copy of the manuscript in which the researcher’s identity is concealed for peer review. The author’s name must not appear explicitly in the main text or references, nor may any indication be included that could reveal the author’s identity.

· Attach the study instrument(s) in a separate file, apart from the manuscript, for peer-review purposes.

· Researchers must adopt an impartial and ethically sound academic approach when writing their studies. They must avoid language that promotes discrimination or negative attitudes. For example, instead of using the expression “disabled student,” the journal recommends using “student with a disability.”

· Researchers bear full responsibility for the accuracy of quotations and citations from the sources they use. The journal will assess the proportion of quotations that violate intellectual property laws. The journal prefers that direct quotations not exceed 40 words. Such quotations must be enclosed in quotation marks, and the page number must be provided in the in-text citation.

· The entire study must not exceed 30 pages or 8,000 words.

· Page numbering and numerical conventions: Page numbers must be centered at the top of each page. Eastern Arabic numerals, also known as Hindi numerals, must be used when writing the study and numbering its pages. Numbers below 10 must be written in words; for example, write “nine groups” rather than “9 groups.” Similarly, if a sentence begins with a large number, that number must be written in words; for example, “Five hundred and sixty-three students participated in the program.” Numbers greater than 10 are generally written numerically, such as “from 3 to 18 years.” Numerals must also be used in statistical tables and with percentage signs, for example, “5%.”

· Table and Figure Formatting: Tables must be numbered consecutively according to the order in which they appear in the study.

· Each table should fit on a single page unless absolutely necessary.

· The table number must appear on a separate line above the table, with the table title on the following line. The title must be italicized.

· The table number and title must be right-aligned, following the journal’s prescribed format.

· Tables must be formatted in an open style, according to the journal’s template.

Example:

Table 1:

Number of Science and Mathematics Teachers Participating in the Professional Development Program, Classified by Experience and Educational Qualification, and for figures, diagrams, and images, the number and title must appear below the figure, as illustrated below:

Figure 1: Behavioural Theory

Abbreviations and Terminology: Terms and names must be written in full the first time they appear. Abbreviations may be used in subsequent occurrences.

Font and Formatting Requirements: For Arabic-language studies:

· Font: Simplified Arabic.

· Main headings: 16-point, bold.

· Subheadings: 14-point, bold.

· Main text: 12-point.

For English-language studies:

· Font: Times New Roman.

· Main headings: 16-point, bold.

· Subheadings: 14-point, bold.

· Main text: 12-point.

General formatting:

· Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides.

· Line spacing: Single-spaced.

· Tables: 10-point font for the table contents.

Required Manuscript Structure

The manuscript must be organized in the following order:

1. Page 1: Title Page, Including:

· The study title in the language of the manuscript (Arabic for Arabic-language studies and English for English-language studies).

· The name(s) of the researcher(s).

· Academic rank(s).

· Institutional affiliation(s).

2. Page 2, including:

· The study title in Arabic.

· The author(s)’ name(s), academic rank(s), and institutional affiliation(s) in Arabic.

· The abstract in Arabic, not exceeding 250 words.

· The study’s keywords in Arabic.

3. Page 3, including:

· The study title in English.

· The author(s)’ name(s), academic rank(s), and institutional affiliation(s) in English.

· The abstract in English, not exceeding 250 words.

· The study’s keywords in English.

4. Remaining Pages: Main Body of the Study

The main text must follow this sequence:

1. Introduction.

2. Statement of the Problem.

3. Research Questions and Hypotheses, if applicable.

4. Research Objectives.

5. Significance of the Study.

6. Scope of the Study.

7. Definitions of the Terms.

8. Theoretical Framework and Previous Studies (combined in one section).

9. Research Methodology and Procedures, including:

o Research design and methodology.

o Study population and sample.

o Research instrument(s).

o Validity and reliability.

o Statistical analysis methods and their relationship to the research questions.

10.Results and Discussion.

11.Recommendations.

12.Arabic References.

13.English References.

Publication Submissions

Go to the Login Page or Register to submit a manuscript for publication.

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to submit manuscripts to this journal. Each submission will be evaluated by the editor to determine whether it meets the journal’s aims and scope. Submissions deemed suitable will be sent for peer review before a decision is made regarding acceptance or rejection.

Before submitting a manuscript, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included in the submission, such as images, documents, and datasets. All authors listed in the submission must agree to be identified as authors. Where applicable, the research must be approved by the appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the country in which the study was conducted.

The editor may reject a submission if it does not meet minimum quality standards. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research arguments are properly organized and adequately detailed. The title should be concise, and the abstract should be comprehensive and self-contained. This will increase the likelihood that reviewers will agree to assess the manuscript. Once you are satisfied that your submission meets these standards, please follow the checklist below to prepare your manuscript.

Important Notices

· A non-refundable membership fee of SAR 300 must be paid when submitting a manuscript for publication.

· Manuscripts submitted for publication must not exceed 30 pages.

· If the researcher withdraws the manuscript after peer review, the publication fee of SAR 3,500 is non-refundable.

Requirements for Preparing a Publication Submission

I/We, the undersigned, hereby undertake and declare the following regarding the study entitled:

1. The above-mentioned study, submitted to the Saudi Journal of Special Education, has not been previously published.

2. One of the journal’s publication requirements is payment of a non-refundable membership fee of SAR 300 per researcher.

3. If the manuscript is withdrawn by the researcher after peer review, the publication fee of SAR 3,500 is non-refundable.

4. The study has not been submitted, either in whole or in part, for publication to any other entity, whether a scholarly journal, newspaper, or any other publication medium.

5. We agree to the publication of the study by the journal in any format, whether print, electronic, or otherwise, and to the transfer of publication and copyright rights to the Saudi Journal of Special Education.

6. If the journal’s editorial board approves the study for publication, I agree that I may not use or reproduce the study through translation, quotation, copying, summarization, or dissemination through the media without first obtaining written permission from the Editor-in-Chief of the Saudi Journal of Special Education.

7. The information presented in the study is my/our own work, and my/our contribution to the study is substantial.

8. I/We have reviewed the final version of the study and accept legal and ethical responsibility for its contents.

9. A letter addressed to the Chair of the journal’s editorial board must be submitted, signed by all authors, confirming their approval of publication and the order in which their names appear in the manuscript.

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Contact Information

Primary Contact

Prof. Dr. Abdulrahman bin Abdullah Aba Oud

Telephone: 0554641137

Email: sjse@ksu.edu.sa

Technical Support Contact

Ms. Suad bint Ali Al-Shuwai‘er