Scope and Review Policy IJMTIP publishes original, high-quality research and practice papers on mathematics teaching and interdisciplinary practices. Submissions undergo an initial editorial screening for scope and quality; suitable manuscripts are sent for double-blind peer review.
General Submission Requirements
The work must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
Submission language: English.
Use clear academic writing and a logical structure with section headings.
All included content (figures, images, datasets, instruments, software) must be original or used with permission and proper citation.
Studies with human participants must comply with ethical guidelines and include approval from a recognized ethics committee when applicable.
Prepare your manuscript using the official IJMTIP Word template; keep all template styles intact.
Manuscript Format
File type: Microsoft Word (.docx)
Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt
Line spacing: 1.5
Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides
Length:4,000–8,000 words (excluding references and appendices)
Referencing style:APA 7th edition
Required Sections (in order)
Title of the Manuscript
Author Names and Affiliations (include email and ORCID)
Abstract (150–250 words)
Keywords (4–6)
Article Information (Submitted/Revised/Accepted dates; “How to Cite” entry)
Introduction
Theoretical Framework (Optional)
Design and Implementation of the Activity
Participants and Context
Data Collection and Analysis
Findings and Discussion
Conclusion and Recommendations
Acknowledgments (if any)
Ethics Statement (Ethical approval or Not applicable)
Author Contributions
Funding
Conflict of Interest
References (APA 7)
Appendices (if needed)
Section-by-Section Guidance
Abstract: 150–250 words summarizing aim, context/participants, activity basis (topic/model), data sources, key findings, and recommendations.
Keywords: 4–6 terms, comma-separated.
Introduction: Context, significance, positioning in literature, aims, and (if relevant) research questions.
Theoretical Framework (Optional): Briefly state the model/approach and its connection to the study; omit if not used.
Design and Implementation of the Activity: Intended learning outcomes (link to relevant curricula where appropriate), materials, duration/setting, and step-by-step flow (introduction–activity–assessment).
Participants and Context: Grade level, numbers, school type, selection/participation details.
Data Collection and Analysis: Instruments and data types (e.g., forms, video, rubrics), analysis methods (e.g., content/descriptive), inter-rater reliability if applicable.
Findings and Discussion: Organized presentation with interpretation; include illustrative quotes/products/behaviors; relate to literature; discuss unexpected results and instructional implications.
Conclusion and Recommendations: Overall contributions, developed competencies, practical recommendations, and directions for future research.
References: APA 7; include only works cited in text.
Appendices: Instruments, rubrics, sample artifacts, task sheets, etc.
Ethics Statement: Provide committee name and approval number/date where applicable (e.g., “Approved by …, No: 2024/XX”); otherwise state “Not applicable.”
Author Contributions / Funding / Conflict of Interest: Clearly specify roles, support, and any conflicts (or state none).
Figures, Tables, and Permissions
Number tables/figures consecutively; provide concise titles and notes.
Place items near first mention in the text.
Ensure readability and APA-consistent captions.
Obtain and document permissions for third-party materials as required.
Template Use Tips
Write directly in the official IJMTIP .docx template to preserve layout and styles.
Keep the provided heading levels and styles consistent.
Do not alter template metadata/helper fields.
Final Checklist
Word count 4,000–8,000 (excluding references/appendices)
Abstract 150–250; 4–6 keywords
All required sections present and in order
Ethics, contributions, funding, and conflicts completed
APA 7 in-text citations and reference list consistent
Figures/tables correctly labeled and cited
Template styles preserved
Submission Preparation Checklist
Authors must ensure that:
The submission complies with all points outlined in these guidelines.
The manuscript is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration elsewhere.
All authors have contributed to the work and agree to the submission.
References are complete and correctly formatted.
Tables and figures are clearly numbered and titled.
Permission has been obtained to use any third-party materials (e.g., photos, datasets).
Copyright Notice
Copyright Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the International Journal of Mathematics Teaching and Interdisciplinary Practices (IJMTIP) the right of first publication.
License (Open Access) Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). This license permits use, sharing, adaptation, distribution, and reproduction in any medium or format, including for commercial purposes, provided that appropriate credit is given to the author(s) and the original source, a link to the license is provided, and any changes made are indicated.
Author rights Under CC BY 4.0, authors and third parties are free to:
Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format.
Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially.
Third-party content Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to use any third-party copyrighted material included in their manuscript (e.g., figures, images, tables, datasets) and for providing proper attribution and documentation of such permissions where required.
Originality and publication ethics By submitting a manuscript, the author(s) confirm that the work is original, does not infringe copyright or other rights, has not been published elsewhere, and is not under consideration by another journal. Where applicable, the author(s) confirm that all necessary ethical approvals and informed consent requirements have been met.
