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AHEAD 2013 Baltimore, MD

Writing for the Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability : Suggestions for Researchers/Authors. AHEAD 2013 Baltimore, MD David R. Parker, Ph.D. (Executive Editor), Richard Allegra (Managing Editor), Valerie Spears-Jarrell (Editorial Assistant) drdparker@gmail.com. Today’s Agenda.

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AHEAD 2013 Baltimore, MD

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  1. Writing for the Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability: Suggestions for Researchers/Authors AHEAD 2013 Baltimore, MD David R. Parker, Ph.D. (Executive Editor), Richard Allegra (Managing Editor), Valerie Spears-Jarrell (Editorial Assistant) drdparker@gmail.com

  2. Today’s Agenda • JPED’s Purpose • Publication Frequency • A Year in the Life (2012 - 2013) • Accessing JPED • Types of Articles (Research, Practice Brief) • The Review Process • Suggestions from Editorial Board Members

  3. JPED’s Purpose • JPED is a peer-reviewed journal that “welcomes submissions of innovative and scholarly manuscripts relevant to the issues and practices of educating students with disabilities in postsecondary educational programs.” • Historically, JPED seeks to welcome emerging scholars. “Good Afternoon Dr. Parker: My name is ____, and I am a school psychologist and doctoral student in the ____ Department at the University of _____. I am interested in submitting a piece I wrote on students with learning disabilities and learning communities in higher education. If possible, I would like to submit a draft for review to see if the content is appropriate for your journal. I am new to the publication process, so any help would be greatly appreciated!” • The Journal also seeks to broaden its North American focus by publishing research and practices that reflect a more international scope.

  4. Publication Frequency • JPED is published 4 times a year: • March 1st (Issue 1) • June 1st (Issue 2) • September 1st (Issue 3 – Special Issue) • December 1st (Issue 4) • Each issue typically includes: • 4-5 research articles • 1 Practice Brief • 1 book review • Special Issues: • STEM Research/Initiatives (2011) • JUST Design/UD Issues (2012) • College Services for Students with ID (2013)

  5. A Year in the Life (2012 - 2013) • 67 submissions (up from 49 in 2011-2012) • 3 Practice Brief manuscripts • 64 Research/Policy manuscripts • 4 returned to author; 11 rejected; 24 published/in-press; 9 being revised; 19 under review • 6 non-U.S. manuscripts (2 Canada, Ireland, Italy, Israel, Australia) • “Dear Dr. Parker - My colleagues and I are delighted that our manuscript will be published next March. We appreciate your astute editing support and know that we have had a better product after having incorporated the reviewers’ suggestions.”

  6. Accessing JPED • The Journal continues to be provided as a benefit of membership. Switch to universally-accessible formats in Fall 2010, including: • DAISY, text, mp3 audio, and PDF versions • text • mp3 audio • PDF * Printed version available for small additional fee • JPED is searchable through ERIC online and libraries that subscribe to the EBSCO "Education Research Complete" database. • Newly-organized back issues of all JPEDs are available: http://www.ahead.org/publications/jped

  7. Article 1 - Research Articles • Research: Original quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method research (25 – 35 pages) • Integration: Integrate research of others, compare/contrast theories, critique results, and/or provide context for future exploration • Innovation: Propose new theory, approach, or service delivery model based on review of research/literature • Policy Analysis: Analyze, critique, or present implications of public policy, statutes, regulation, and litigation

  8. Recent Research Articles • Preparing for the Future IT Era: Perceptions of Students with Disabilities about IT Training in South Korea • Dongil Kim, Jiyoung Son, Mary Lee Vance (25/4) • Cognitive Diversity and the Design of Classroom Tests for All Learners • Erin Shinn, Nicole S. Ofiesh (25/3) • The Forgotten: Formal Assessment of the Adult Writer • Daniel J. McNair, Toi L. Curry (26/1) • Financial Barriers for Students with Non-apparent Disabilities within Canadian Postsecondary Education • Tony Chambers, Melissa Bolton, Mahadeo A. Sukhai (26/1) • DSS and Accommodations in Higher Education: Perceptions of Students with Psychological Disabilities • Kathleen F. Stein (26/2)

  9. Article 2 - Practice Briefs • Practical strategies and programs used to support postsecondary students with disabilities. Limit the Body to 12 pages (including separate title page, abstract, and references). Tables/figures may be added beyond the 12 page limit. • Title page • Abstract • Literature Review • Depiction of the Problem • Participant Demographics/Institutional Partners or Resources • Description of Practice • Observed Outcomes • Implications/Portability • References • Tables and Figures (if needed)

  10. Recent Practice Briefs • Project LINC: Supporting Lecturers and Adjunct Instructors in Foreign Language Classrooms • Sally S. Scott, Wade Edwards (25/3) • Modeling Positive Behaviors for Postsecondary Students with Autism/Asperger’s: The Use of “Television Coaching” • Jack Trammell • Examination Accommodations for Students with Sensory Defensiveness • Kieran Lewis, Clodagh Nolan (26/2) • b-Learning in a Distance Learning Graduate Program for Deaf Students • Jose Reis Lagarto, Ana Mineiro, Joana Pereira (26/1)

  11. The Review Process • Send manuscript (Word document) and cover email to jped@ahead.org. • Managing Editor (Richard Allegra) confirms receipt; posts on JPED server. • Executive Editor (David Parker) determines if manuscript should be reviewed. • Two reviewers conduct “blind” review. • Recommendation (publish?) • Areas of weakness (Literature review; Relevance; Methodology; Findings supported by data; APA formatting; etc.) • Comments/suggestions

  12. The Review Process 5) Editor shares decision with lead author via email (Reject, Revise/resubmit, Accept with minor editing, Accept as is). • Synthesis of reviewers’ comments • Highlight the most important areas of feedback; additional suggestions * Do not take comments personally. Feedback generally implies an interest in publication or can help you publish in another journal. • Deadline for receiving revised copy 6) Editor may send revised version back to reviewers; offers his own editing suggestions. • After acceptance, Valerie Spears requests bio and Permission Form from authors. • Valerie proofreads/checks APA formatting and sends galley proof to lead author.

  13. Suggestions from Reviewers • Recommendations from the experts • Q&A Session Thank you for your interest in writing for JPED.

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