Author guidelines

Dear Authors,

thank you for your interest in publishing in our journal Literacy, Preliteracy, and Education. The following information provides an overview of the requirements for various types of submissions. Please ensure that your manuscripts adhere to the specified guidelines regarding length, content, and structure.

The submission form can be downloaded here.

Research Study

A research study should examine the relevance of the issue in the context of existing research, formulate theoretical foundations, define research objectives and questions, and present a clear description of the research methodology. The study should include methods of data analysis and interpretation of results. The quality of presentation, adequacy and reliability of data, depth of discussion, and formulation of conclusions and recommendations for further research or practice are crucial for acceptance.

  • Maximum length: 35,000–40,000 characters (approximately 15–20 pages)
  • Content: Theoretical background, research questions, methodology, data analysis, results, discussion, conclusions, and, if applicable, recommendations for practice.

Didactic Study

A didactic study should present new approaches, procedures, or strategies applicable in the field of special education and related disciplines. It should include a description of the proposed methods, their theoretical foundations, implementation strategies, and practical applications. The study should also include a critical analysis of the advantages and limitations of each method and assess their effectiveness based on empirical or theoretical findings (evidence-based).

  • Maximum length: 35,000–40,000 characters (approximately 15–20 pages)
  • Content: Description of methodical approaches, theoretical background, application of methods in practice, analysis of effectiveness, advantages and limitations of proposed methods, recommendations for implementation.

Theoretical Study

A theoretical study should present an original approach to the examined issue, reflect on the theoretical framework, and highlight its significance for the development of the given topic and field. Emphasis should be placed on the applicability of theoretical approaches in practice and their potential for broader use.

  • Maximum length: 35,000–40,000 characters (approximately 15–20 pages)
  • Content: Presentation of theoretical approaches, applicability in practice, significance for the development of the field.

Review Study

An review study should capture the essence and evolution of the examined issue while maintaining a systematic and comprehensive approach. The study should provide a high-quality analysis and synthesis of literature, considering both domestic and international sources. It is essential to define criteria for evaluating the cited studies and ensure their balanced representation.

  • Maximum length: 35,000–40,000 characters (approximately 15–20 pages)
  • Content: Literature analysis, synthesis of findings, definition of evaluation criteria, citations of relevant domestic and international literature.

Discussion

A discussion should reflect on current topics, new trends, or challenges in the given field. It may take a comparative or contrasting approach, focusing on differences between past and present approaches, research findings, or trends.

  • Maximum length: 10,000–15,000 characters (approximately 4–8 pages)
  • Content: Comparison of historical and contemporary approaches, analysis of changes in the field, discussion of new approaches and methods, challenges for practice, analysis of the current state and future directions of the field.

Analytical Reports, Examples of Inspirational Practice, and Biographies

We invite contributions to this section that focus on current developments within the educational community, reflect on significant personalities, and address important themes in pedagogy. We expect an analytical approach to the selected issues, rather than merely descriptive texts or lists of information. Contributions with an international dimension are particularly welcome, especially those that focus on major foreign events, conferences, or trends in education, and place the topic in a broader context.

Biographical pieces should include a title that reflects the specific individual discussed and should provide an in-depth analytical evaluation of their contribution to educational practice or theory.

We also accept examples of inspirational practice, with a preference for contributions that highlight significant foreign influences and their application within the Czech educational context.

Maximum length: contributions should be no longer than 7 standard pages (12,600 characters including spaces) for analytical and inspirational texts, and no longer than 5 standard pages (9,000 characters including spaces) for biographical texts.

Review

A review should critically assess published books, articles, or other academic publications. It should provide an objective evaluation of the content, methodology, and contribution of the publication to the field.

  • Maximum length: 6,000–8,000 characters (approximately 2–4 pages)
  • Content: Critical analysis of the reviewed publication, assessment of its value and contribution to research or practice.

Submission Guidelines

Manuscripts should be submitted electronically, including the author's name, affiliation, and contact information, to: monika.kadrnozkova@pedf.cuni.cz