Submission Guidelines

Paper Presentation

Please prepare your paper proposals using the following structure as a guide.

  • Title of the Submission
  • Author(s), Affiliation(s)
  • ORCID: Corresponding Author
  • Email: Corresponding Author
  • Abstract: Provide a brief abstract of 200–250 words maximum. It is suggested that author(s) not use undefined abbreviations.
  • Keywords: Include four keywords following the abstract.

Please note that the following headings and subheadings are not necessarily the ones used for the submissions. The submissions are organized in many possible ways depending upon various factors, including the submission type and epistemology in use.

In seeking to advance the understanding and practice of transformative educational research and practice in this challenging time and context, TERSD-2026 strives to be inclusive in its theme and subthemes to stimulate a problem-oriented, critical approach to research and practice in the field of transformative education. Likewise, TERSD aims at:

  • Embracing education and research as/for sustainable development.
  • Developing constructive awareness on local and global realities at present; and exploring authentic ways for learning and researching.
  • Providing a platform for researchers, practitioners, activists, students, representatives of universities, educational and research institutions, government organizations, United Nations agencies, NGOs, and INGOs.

The following headings and subheadings can be considered whilst drafting the submissions:

Background

Brief introduction is articulated, and ample background information/literature is provided to explain the research issue/problem being discussed across the theme of sustaining and thriving transformative educational research and practices in challenging times and contexts.

Problem/Purpose

The purpose of the manuscript clearly pinpoints the gap in the literature and/or practice and/or assumptions.

Literature Review

Depending upon the nature of the manuscript, there can be varied roles of literature review, such as spotting the gap, critiquing prevalent theoretical perspective(s), showing the trend in research, and creating a niche for a new method or perspective.

Methodology

Methods and procedures are relevant and transparent for addressing the stated research problem/purpose.

Findings and Discussion

Findings and discussion are geared towards addressing the ethos of the conference theme for contributing to the development of new perspectives. Evidence needed to support conclusions must be clearly identified and amply arrayed, including (but not limited to) statistics, charts, graphs, quotations, observational data, references, and citations.

Conclusions and Implications

Conclusions and implications are relevant, clearly drawn, and convincingly supported by the findings and discussions.

Acknowledgments

Author(s) must place a separate section in the manuscript before references for the acknowledgments of people, grants, funds, etc.

References

All references must be in alphabetical order. References should follow the American Psychological Association (APA) style (7th edition), and a DOI number, if it exists, must be included. Only materials cited in the text should appear in the reference list.

Suggested In-Text Citations

The submitted manuscripts should follow the American Psychological Association (7th edition) for in-text citations and references. Normally in-text citation follows the author/date format. To cite a specific part of a source, indicate the page, chapter, figure, table, or equation at the appropriate point in text. Always give page numbers for direct quotations.

  • 1 author: (Bhandari, 2020) or (Bhandari, 2019, p. 25)
  • 2 authors: (Shrestha & Dhakal, 2016, pp. 24–48)
  • 3–5 authors: (Gautam et al., 2017); second time cite: (Gautam et al., 2017)
  • 6+ authors: (Lohani et al., 2017)
  • Chapter: (Parajuli, 2016, chapter 2)
  • No author (book): (Shortened Title, 2015)
  • No author (paper/chapter): (“Shortened Title”, 2015)
  • Organization as author: (Kathmandu University [KU], 2016); next cite: (KU, 2017)
  • In press: (Shrestha, in press)
  • Personal communication (not in references): (S. Upretee, personal communication, July 4, 2017)
  • Multiple works: (Bhattarai, 2015; Luitel, 2014; Wagly, 2017)
  • No date: (Shrestha, n.d.)
  • Two authors with the same last name: (Sharma, T. N., 2013); (Sharma, A., 2017)
  • Multiple works by same author and year: (Bhandari, 2016a); (Bhandari, 2016b)
  • Multiple works by same author in one citation: (Bhandari, 2014, 2016)

Suggested References (APA 7th Edition)

Examples of reference formats include:

  • Book by a single author: Acharya, M. R. (2002). Nepal culture shift! Reinventing culture in the Himalayan kingdom. Adroit Publishers.
  • Book by two or more authors: Bongartz, H., & Dahal, D. R. (1996). Development studies: Self-help organizations, NGOs and civil society. Nepal Foundation for Advanced Studies.
  • Edited book: Bhattachan, K. B., & Mishra, C. (Eds.). (1997). Developmental practices in Nepal. Central Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Tribhuvan University.
  • Chapter in an edited book: Dahal, K. R., & Paudyal, B. R. (1998). Legal perspective of decentralization in Nepal. In G. B. Thapa (Ed.), Promoting participatory democracy in Nepal: An assessment of local self-government (pp. 43–57). Political Science Association of Nepal.
  • Corporate author: Department of Education. (2004). School level educational statistics of Nepal: Flash report I 2004. Author.
  • Print journal article: Koirala-Azad, S. (2008). Unravelling our realities: Nepali students as researchers and activists. Asia Pacific Journal of Education, 28(3), 251–263. https://doi.org/10.1080/02188790802270245
  • Online article: Onta, P. (2000). Nepal education: Finding a ray of hope. https://www.epw.org.in/35-47/comm6.htm#top
  • Unpublished thesis/dissertation: Gnawali, L. (2001). Investigating teacher practices: A proposal for teacher development of secondary school teachers of English in Nepal [Unpublished master s dissertation]. University of Exeter.
  • Non-English book: Gautam, B., Adhikari, J., & Basnet, P. (Eds.). (2004). Nepalma garibiko bahas [Poverty debates in Nepal]. Martin Chautari.
  • Translated book: Bourdieu, P., & Passeron, J. C. (1990). Reproduction in education, society and culture (2nd ed., R. Nice, Trans.). Sage. (Original work published 1970)

Guideline for Submission – Workshop

  • Title of the Submission
  • Author(s), Affiliation(s)
  • Email: Corresponding Author
  • Abstract: 200–250 words; avoid undefined abbreviations.
  • Keywords: Four keywords following the abstract.

Workshops are designed to provide an opportunity for exploring transformative educational research and practices in challenging times and contexts aligned with the conference theme and subthemes.

Workshop proposal includes:

  • Workshop aim and scope
  • Learning outcomes of the workshop
  • Description of the sequence of activities
  • Intended target audience

Guidelines for Submission – Panel Discussion

  • Title of the Submission
  • List of the Panel, Affiliation(s)
  • Email: Corresponding Author
  • Abstract: 200–250 words; avoid undefined abbreviations.
  • Keywords: Four keywords following the abstract.

Panel discussion proposal includes:

  • Goals and objectives
  • Learning outcomes
  • Description of the sequence of activities
  • Intended target audience(s)

Guidelines for Submission – Poster Presentation

  • Title of the Submission
  • Author(s), Affiliation(s)
  • Email: Corresponding Author
  • Abstract: 200–250 words; avoid undefined abbreviations.
  • Keywords: Four keywords following the abstract.

The poster should be in English, including the title and content. The text should be concise and easy to read.

Poster proposal includes:

  • Title with fewer than 48 characters
  • Readable text using upper and/or lower case (e.g., Times New Roman)
  • Reader-friendly and easily understandable message

The length of a complete poster presentation should be limited to 2,000–3,000 words, excluding abstract (150–200 words), keywords (4–5), and reference list. Images and diagrams that are properly linked and of adequate size can be included.

Guidelines for Submission – Art-Based Performance

  • Title and Subtitle
  • Author(s), Affiliation(s)
  • Email: Corresponding Author
  • Abstract: 200–250 words; avoid undefined abbreviations.
  • Keywords: Four keywords following the abstract.

Art-based performance proposals may include dance, music, opera, theatre, musical theatre, magic, illusion, mime, spoken word, circus arts, and other performance arts aligned with the conference theme and subthemes. Online presentations of artistic work are also welcome.

The length of a complete art-based performance proposal should be limited to 2,000–3,000 words, excluding the abstract (150–200 words), keywords (4–5), and reference list. Images and diagrams that are properly linked and of adequate size can be included.