Submissions

Author Guidelines

 

1. Author Guidelines

        The submitted manuscript for publication in the This Journal of MCU Buddhist Review must be an original manuscript that has never been published elsewhere and is not being under consideration for publication in any other journals. All authors are required to strictly comply with the regulations, format, and processes for submission of research, academic article, book review, review article, and special article for publication in the Journal of MCU Buddhist Review. The in-text citations and reference list must be according to the APA style (6^th edition).

        The points of view and opinions expressed in the manuscript are of the authors’ responsibility, not of the Editorial Board of the Journal of MCU Buddhist Review. The authors must consider the principles of research ethics by which the manuscript must not contain plagiarism and do not infringe any copyright. In this regard, the Journal requires that the percentage of duplicate content must not exceed 25% by employing the CopyCat program of the Thai Journals Online (ThaiJo) System.

        If the article is redundant in essential parts or the article has been published before or the editorial team or experts who evaluate the article have an opinion to reject or suspend publication, and in the case that the article is found to be incomplete in the format checking, editing or publishing (Production), the journal reserves the right to suspend or move up the queue of publishing the article. Even though the journal has already issued a certificate. To request that you make complete edits to the article before publishing the article.

 

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2. Main conditions of the journal

       1.  It is the duty of the writer or the authors must study the format and perform preliminary formatting as prescribed by the Journal.

        2. The authors must log in at https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ jmb/index to submit the manuscript (in .doc or .docx format/ Word document). Including, contacting and notifying the assistant editor at

       1.  Phramaha Duangden Thitayano, Assist.Prof. Dr. : Assistant Editor, T./Line: 092-5564-635, E-mail: Duangden.tun@mcu.ac.th 

2. Phra Jaturong Ajarasupho, Dr. : Assistant Editor, T. 092-7391-727, E-mail: rong2553@yahoo.com     

            The authors are required to specify the institution and directly available contact number in the Discussion Box.

        3. The manuscript must pass the format checking by the Editorial Board and the authors must revise accordingly to the suggestions of the Editorial Board.

        4. Topics must be sorted, the content and components of the manuscript must pass the consideration and approval by the Editorial Board before submitting to the experts for peer-review.

        5.Once the manuscript is approved by the Editorial Board, the authors must transfer the publication fees. Request for assessment: 2 people 3,500 baht, 3 people 4,000 baht. via the following bank account:

            Account:       Journal of MCU Buddhist Review

            Bank:             Krung Thai Bank

          Number:       660-9-65053-5

        After the transfer, the authors must send the receipt as a file of evidence in the Discussion Box.    

        Note: Only in some cases does the editorial team detect that the English abstract (Abstract) is very incomplete. The journal will hire English language experts to check and edit. and will notify you of additional costs for the processing costs of having experts revise and revise the Abstract : Amount 300 baht

        The Journal of MCU Buddhist Review does not have the policy to collect publication fees more than what is specified above. Authors should be careful of people impersonating members of the Editorial Board asking for additional charges. The Journal has no involvement and does not take responsibility in any aspect. There are only two staff members of the journal: 1. Phramaha Duangden Thitayano, Assist.Prof. Dr. : Assistant Editor, T./Line: 092-5564-635,  and 2. Phra Jaturong Ajarasupho, Dr. : Assistant Editor, T. 092-7391-727

        6. The manuscript must pass the peer-review by 2 experts and the consideration of the Editorial Board is taken as final. In the case that the author’s manuscript does not pass the peer review and consideration from the experts and Editorial Board, the Journal reserves the right not to publish the manuscript and without refund in any aspect.

        7. Whichever journal group the Journal of MCU Buddhist Review will be in after being assessed by the Thai Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI), the authors agree to accept the assessment results without any argument.

        8. The content of the manuscript that has been revised according to the experts must be highlighted in red color for the Editorial Board to verify that the authors have revised it. The Editorial Board will consider that the authors have not revised the content if it is not highlighted in red color. The authors have not more than 1 month to revise the content after receiving the peer review results from the Journal.

        9. Although the manuscript has already been approved, if the Editorial Board is unable to contact the author and the author does not revise the manuscript or takes longer time to revise than the specified period, the Journal reserves the right to reject the publication of the manuscript and cancel the acceptance letter for publication, by which the author will be notified through the registered email.

        10. If the manuscript and the processes of manuscript submission are not complete, the postponement of publication in each issue/ number is under the authority and right of the Editorial Board without asking for permission from the manuscript's author.

        11. The progress process of the manuscript is the responsibility of the authors that must follow up continuously. The Editorial Board will notify in the journal system.

 

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3.  The submission of manuscripts on ThaiJO system

            Login or Register;  The online submission can be done via the website of the Journal of MCU Buddhist Review at https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jmb/index The authors are required to notify the Editorial Board once the manuscript is successfully submitted in the online system. The Editorial Board can be reached via Line application with 1. Phramaha Duangden Thitayano, Assist.Prof. Dr. : Assistant Editor, T./Line: 092-5564-635,  and 2. Phra Jaturong Ajarasupho, Dr. : Assistant Editor, T. 092-7391-727

 

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4.  Article Format

        1. The manuscript must be in .doc or .docx format/ Word document only.

        2. The manuscript must be written on a standard A4 paper with a length of 10 – 15 pages (including the references page), written on 1 side of the paper and set for 1 column, and written in THSarabun New font with font size at 16 points. One to one line spacing (line not extended)

        3. Only English articles all use the Time New Roman font, title size 14 pt., all content size 12 pt. Other than that use the same format as the Thai language article.

        4. The margin on 4 sides of the paper must be set for 1 inch equally with single line spacing. The paragraph should be indented 7 spaces. 

        5. The resolution of figures and tables used for presentation must appear sharp and must be numbered and titled in bold letters beneath the figures and tables e.g., Table 1, Figure 1, or Model 1. The figures presented must contain the complete explanation and be understandable without having to reread the body text. The figures must be in consecutive order according to the content in the manuscript in which the description must be concise and consistent with the figures presented.

        6. The manuscript title must be in both Thai (20 pt.) and English (18 pt.) placed in the middle of the paper.

        7. The author’s name must be in both Thai and English (16 pt.) without inserting the academic title (except in the case of the title of monk must specify name (name-surname). The author’s name must be typed in regular letters and placed below the manuscript title and on the right margin. The superscript number should be inserted in front of the author’s name to identify the author’s institute.  if the co-authors are from institutes, the superscript numbers of 1,2,3 should be inserted in front of each author’s name, respectively.

        8. Abstract Each version of the Thai and English abstract must not exceed 400 words.

        9. The keywords (3-5 keys) must be specified from the manuscript title both Thai and English.

       10.  The main heading (18 pt. and in bold letters) must be typed on the left margin while the sub-headings (16 pt. and in bold letters) must be 7 spaced from the main heading and start at the 8^th space in the same alignment. In the content, if there are any spaces, tap the space bar 1-2 spaces.

        11. The use of numbers throughout the manuscript must be Arabic numerals.

        12. As for the in-text citations, Thai language specified (name-surname, year). only the last names are translated into English as well as (surname, year). As for the reference list, into English all (last names, first initial, and A.D.). (Only the research article that should consist more than 8 lists of reference).

        13. The manuscript can be submitted online at https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ jmb/index

 

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4.1 Research Article

1. The title of the research article must be in both Thai (20 pt.) and English (18 pt.)
2. Author’s and co-authors’ names (in English) (16 pt.)

            - The superscript number must be in front of each author

            - Student author include the name name of the thesis advisor has to be written down as well

3. faculty and institute

- Faculty and institute, only one superscript number is required

4. Name of faculty and institute (in Thai) (14 pt.) (letters are not in bold)
5. Corresponding author’s email (14 pt.) (The email contact for article coordination 14 pt. should be the 1st primary researcher)
6. Abstract (in Thai): the title must be 18 pt., while the body text must be 16 pt. and does not exceed 400 words. Identify the research objective(s), type of research, research population, research area, data analysis (statistics, descriptive), and results of the research according to each objective.
7. Keywords (in Thai) (16 pt.) (3 – 5 keys according to the title of the research article and punctuated by a semicolon ( ; )
8. Abstract (in English): the title must be 18 pt., while the body text must be 16 pt. As for the translation of abstract from Thai into English, it should be a literal translation according to the original Thai. No summary translation or figurative translation. The paragraph numbering, space as well as the order of the main and minor topics must match with the original Thai abstract)
9. Keywords (in English) (16 pt.) (3 – 4 words to match the Thai language)
10. Introduction (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.) should be divided into 4 paragraphs as follows:

                        10.1. Background, context, research problems, issues (put in-text citation)

                        10.2. Academic concepts, principles, theories, guidelines for practice, problem-solving standards or the promotion and development standards (put in-text citation)

                        10.3. A case study/ A case area (put in-text citation)

                        10.4. The motivation and reasons for the study (must reflect and relate to the above-mentioned issues and the research objectives). Expectations, values, and benefits to be expected from the study.

12. Objectives of the research (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)
13. To…………………………………………………………………
14. To…………………………………………………………………
15. To…………………………………………………………………
16. Research Methodology (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

                        1^st Step: Documentary Study

                        2^nd Step: Field Study

                        3^rd Step: Key Informants

                        4^th Step: Research instruments and methods used in the study

                                    1) In-depth interview

                                    2) Focus group discussion

                                    3) Study and follow up on the results/ experiment/ training

                        5^th Step: Data collection

                        6^th Step: Data analysis

                        7^th Step: Summary and presentation of the research results

13. Research results (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

                        From the 1^st objective, the research result was found that ………………...

                        From the 2^nd objective, the research result was found that ………………..

                        From the 3^rd objective, the research result was found that ………………..

14. Discussion of research results (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            The discussion should be in narrative form and point out the connections, consistency, similarities, differences with the theoretical framework and other past research works.

1. It was found that …………….... This is because ………………………..…. is consistent with the concept, theory, and research work of ……………………………………………………(put in-text citation)
2. It was found that …………….... This is because ………………………..…. is consistent with the concept, theory, and research work of ……………………………………………………(put in-text citation)
3. It was found that …………….... This is because ………………………..…. is consistent with the concept, theory, and research work of ……………………………………………(put in-text citation)
4. The new body of knowledge (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            The new body of knowledge (the body of knowledge from the author) is the synthesis of the body of knowledge in the form of a chart, diagram, concept map, or model. Along with the explanation of processes, methods, procedures, values, benefits, a model and guideline for utilizing and practicing the new knowledge in order to promote, develop, and change individuals, societies, and organizations (the explanation should be concise, comprehensive, and understandable).

16. Conclusion (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            The conclusion should cover the overview and results of the research. It must be in narrative form without using the numbered list. The letters must not be set in italics or bold, and no figures or models inserted. (No in-text citation is required) Write it in a compiled language. The researcher's own understanding and opinion. Reflect values and benefits, convince others to put ideas into practice or suggest further research to solve problems or develop benefits.

17. Suggestions (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            From the results of the research, the researcher has the suggestions as follows:

1) The suggestions from the research (for applying with whom? what institute? how?)

From the research result was found that ………………………….. Therefore, the related institute should apply as follows ……………………………

2) The suggestions for future research (must relate and further develop from this research article)

                        The future research should involve the following issues:

                        2.1……………………………………………………………………...…

                        2.2……………………………………………………………………...…

                        2.3…………………………………………………………………

18. References (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.) (See the reference example)

            Only the research article that should consist more than 8 lists of reference. The reference sources appearing in the entire content must be written as a complete reference list according to the reference guidelines of the Journal. The reference list must be sorted in alphabetical order A-Z. Do not cite any reference that does not appear in the article content. And when all pages are included, the total number must not exceed 15 pages.

 

 

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4.2 Academic articles and review articles

1. The title of the academic article must be in both Thai (20 pt.) and English (18 pt.)
2. Author’s and co-authors’ names (in Thai) (16 pt.)

- The superscript number must be in front of each author

3. Name of faculty and institute (in Thai) (14 pt.) (letters are not in bold)
4. Name of faculty, institute, country (in English) (14 pt.) (letters are not in bold)
5. Corresponding author’s email (14 pt.) (Should be the main researcher 1)
6. Abstract (in Thai): the title must be 18 pt., while the body text must be 16 pt. and does not exceed 400 words.

(The abstract should present the problems, principles, concepts, theories, approaches, academic practices, research findings, points of view and perspectives that reflect solutions, alternatives, and the new body of knowledge. All of which should be written concisely, orderly, and classifying into each item and issue in a clear manner)  

7. Keywords (in Thai) (16 pt.) (3 – 4 keys according to the title of the research article and punctuated by a semicolon ( ; )
8. Abstract (in English): the title must be 18 pt., the body text must be 16 pt. As for the translation of abstract from Thai into English, it should be a literal translation according to the original Thai. No summary translation or figurative translation. The numbers, paragraphs, spaces, sequence of the main heading, and sub-headings should be the same as in the Thai abstract.
9. Keywords (in English) (16 pt.) (3 – 4 words to match the Thai language)
10. Introduction (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.) should be divided into 3 or 4 paragraphs as follows:

                        10.1. Background, context, research problems, issues/ a case study/ a case area (put in-text citation)

                        10.2. Academic concepts, principles and theories, guidelines for practice, problem-solving standards or the promotion and development standards (put in-text citation)

                        10.3. The motivation and reasons for the study. Expectations, values, and benefits to be expected from the study.

11. Content (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

                        12.1. The author should present context, background, research questions, issues, and essences under the academic framework. All of which should be written orderly and classified into a category as well as sorting from high to low priority and from main to minor issues by inserting numbered lists, paragraphs, and spaces in a clear and easy to understand manner (put in-text citation).

                        12.2. The author should present principles, concepts, theories, and guidelines for practice that reflect perspectives and a new body of knowledge in a categorical, systematic, and procedural manner in order to be an alternative solution for problem-solving or the promotion and development that is consistent with academic principles (put in-text citation).

12. New knowledge (18 pt., content 16 pt.)

            - New knowledge / new findings from the perspective of the researcher, reflecting perspectives, presenting principles, concepts, theories, and practices in categories, systematically, step by step, as a process.

            -Reflect on values, benefits, and guidelines for implementation. A set of concepts creates guidelines for action steps to help solve problems or create steps to promote/develop/modify...The topic is determined and must have an explanation that is easy to understand. to be a choice or solutions for solving the problems or promotion and development in accordance with academic principles (reference)

13. Conclusion (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            The conclusion should cover the overview and results of the research. It must be in narrative form without using the numbered list. The letters must not be set in italics or bold, and no figures or models inserted. (No in-text citation is required) Write it in a compiled language. The researcher's own understanding and opinion. Reflect values and benefits, convince others to put ideas into practice or suggest further research to solve problems or develop benefits.

14. References (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.) (See the Reference Template Form)

            The reference sources appearing in the entire content must be written as a complete reference list according to the reference guidelines of the Journal. The reference list must be sorted in alphabetical order A-Z. (Do not cite any reference that does not appear in the article content). And when all pages are included, the total number must not exceed 9-15 pages.

 

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4.3 Book Review

1. Title (in Thai 20 pt., in English 18 pt.)
2. Author’s name (in Thai) (16 pt.)
3. Author’s name (in English) (16 pt.)
4. Name of faculty and institute (in Thai) (14 pt. and letters are not in bold)
5. Corresponding Author’s Email: (14 pt.)

                        The Book Review should contain the following components:

Picture of the book cover

Translation of: ……………………………………….……...

Author: ……………………………………………………...

Translated by: …………………………………………….…

Publisher: …………………………………………………....

Year of Publication: ………………………………………....

Number of Pages: …………………………………………...

6. Introduction (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

-  Context and background of the book or the issues being studied

- Components of the book or the issues being studied

-  Chapters, categories, characteristics, types, objectives, values, benefits, essences, etc.

7. Content (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            - Components of the book or the issues being studied, chapters, categories, characteristics, types, objectives, essences, points of view, perspectives, etc.

            - - Findings, proposals, principles, guidelines, processes, methods, procedures, etc.

8.Review (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

            - The author should present principles and concepts through analysis, synthesis, and review that reflect perspectives, reasons, expectations, impacts, and essences according to the academic theories.

            -- Strengths, weaknesses, advantages, disadvantages, value, benefits

            - As well as suggesting the guidelines for improvement, promotion, and further development (put in-text citation if applicable)

9. Conclusion (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.)

The conclusion should cover the overview and results of the research. It must reflect the academic values and its utilization. The conclusion should be in narrative form without using the numbered list. The letters must not be set in italics or bold, and no figures or models inserted.

10. References (18 pt., Body text 16 pt.) (See the reference example)

            The reference sources appearing in the entire content must be written as a complete reference list according to the reference guidelines of the Journal. The reference list must be sorted in alphabetical order A-Z. (Do not cite any reference that does not appear in the article content).

 

 

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5. Example References (See the Reference Template Form)

1. Tripitaka/ Scripture

 Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University. (1996). Thai Tripitakas. Bangkok: MCU Press.  

            (Currently, there are many Tipiṭaka institutions. References inserted into the content of the article must also indicate the institution to prevent confusion such as:

            (Thai Tripitakas of Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University : 1/50/443)

 

2. Book

Phramaha Wutthichai Vajiramedhi (V. Vajiramedhi). (2012). Ahimsa Magga to Peace. Bangkok: Buddhist Economics University.

Gardner, H. (2007). Five minds for the future. Boston: Harvard Business School Press.

Robbin, N. (2005). Management. (8^th ed.). New Jersey: Prentice Hall.     

Robbin, N., Stephen, P., Coulter, O., & Mary, R. (2005). Management. (8^th ed.) New Jersey: Prentice Hall.

Robbin, N. et al. (2005). Management. (8^th ed.). New Jersey: Prentice Hall.   

  

3. Article in Book

Author Last Name, Initial. (A.D.). Title. In Editor’s Name(s) or Ed(s)., Conference Title (pp. first page number-last page number). Place of Publication: Publisher.

 

4. Journal Article

Puchthonglang, P., Horsangchai, S., & Soma, P.  (2016). Learning Provision Model for Develop Right Consumption Behavior Based on the Philosophy of Sufficiency Economy for Adolescents. Journal of MCU Peace Studies. 4(2), 17-37.

Edge, M. (1996). Lifetime prediction: Fact or fancy. In M. S. Koch,

1. Padfield, J. S. Johnsen, & U. B. Kejser (Eds.), Proceedings of the Conference on Research Techniques in Photographic Conservation (pp. 97-100). Copenhagen,

            Denmark: Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.

5. Encyclopedia

Glaucoma. (2002). In K. Krapp (Ed.), The Gale encyclopedia of nursing & allied health (Vol. 2, pp.1079-1083). Farmington Hills, MI: Gale Group.

Sturgeon, T. (1995). Sciecefiction. In The encyclopaedia America, (12, 150). Danbury, CT: Grolier Press.

 

6. Newspaper

Boonnoon, J. (2011, April 28). Manufacturers flood Thai market. The Nation, pp. 7-8.

 

7. Dissertation, Thesis, Research Report

Kittichayathorn, P. (2012). Styles and Steps of Community Management Movement for Drug Problem Prevention Learning Center: A Case of Thorraneekum, Khok Faet, Nong Chok, Bangkok. (Doctoral Dissertation).  National Institute of Development Administration. Bangkok.

Marpue, S. (2013). Use mindfulness to apply to solve doing work Employees of Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand. (Master’s Thesis). Mahachulalongkorn University. Ayutthaya.

Jung, M. S. (2014). A structural equation model on core competence of nursing students. Doctoral dissertation. Choong-Ang University.

Wathanapradith, K., & Soma, P. (2016). Peace Village in the 26th Buddhist Century: Knowledge Learned from Ta Koy Nang Village Sisaket Province (Research Report). Ayuthaya: Buddhist Research Institute of MCU.

 

8. Interview, Focus Group Discussion

Marntong, A. (2018). Chief of Production. Interview. February, 2. 

Sutthiprapa, S. (2019). Lecturer of Environmental Health Faculty of Public Health and Environment Pathum Thani University. Focus Group. January, 13.

 

9. Citing website

Chalamvong, Y. (2017). Challenges of Thai workers in the digital age. National Institute for Thailand Development Research. Retrieved 3 May 2017 from http://tdri.or.th/2015/01/thailaborinthedigitalage> 

Hair, J. F. et al. (2010). Multivariate Data Analysis: A Global Perspective. Retrieved 25 July 2019 from http:/staffweb.hkbu.edu.hk/vwschow/lectures/ism3620 /rule.pdf

Partnership for 21^st Century skills. (2011). Framework for 21^st Century Learning. Retrieved on July 25, 2019, from http:/www.p21.org/storage/documents /1.__p21_framework_2-pager.pdf

 

10. Translation Book

Parker, K., & Smith, S. (2020). Money Knowledge [Financial Management]. (Phothiwong, Translator). (2^nd ed.). Bangkok: MCU Press. (2015).

 

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6. In the case where information is not displayed Please,

  add an abbreviation. 

1. If the year of publication does not appear, add  (n.d.)
2. If the city or publisher does not appear,     add  (n.p.)
3. In the case of the 1st printing, there is no need to specify the printing time.

                        N.P.  comes from the full word (no Place of publication).

                        n.p.  comes from the full word (no publisher).

                        (n.d.)  comes from the full word no date.

                        (Ed.) or (Eds.)  comes from the full word Editor or Editors.