Jurnal Penelitian Kebijakan Pendidikan (JPKP)
The Latest Version, 2026
General Guidelines
Manuscripts may be written in Indonesian or English. Manuscripts in Indonesian must comply with standard grammatical rules and punctuation in accordance with the Indonesian Spelling System (EYD), Fifth Edition, published by the Language Development Agency, Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education. Manuscripts in English must follow international standards of academic English.
Manuscripts must be typed using 1.15 line spacing on A4-sized paper, in 10-point Source Sans font, with a minimum length of 6,000 words and a maximum of 8,000 words, including references. Each paragraph must be structured proportionally and cohesively, incorporating a clear topic sentence followed by supporting details. Authors are required to maintain a length of three to six sentences per paragraph. Avoid excessively long and complex sentences to maintain effectiveness and ensure that the intended message of the narrative is conveyed clearly. Submissions must be in Microsoft Word format (.doc/.docx).
Text in tables and figures must follow the language used in the manuscript. Tables must not be submitted as images to facilitate editing and must not use vertical lines; only horizontal lines at the top and bottom are permitted. Each table, figure, chart, and image must include a data source and year. Descriptive narratives should not merely repeat table contents but must include analytical interpretation. Manuscripts must not have been previously published, must not be under review elsewhere, and must be free from plagiarism. The editorial team uses Turnitin for plagiarism detection, with a maximum similarity threshold of 15%.
Structure of The Article
Articles must consist of the following five components: (i) Title; (ii) Author Information; (iii) Abstract and Keywords; (iv) Main Text; and (v) References.
1. Title
The title must clearly reflect the content of the manuscript and be concise, informative, specific, and engaging. It may contain a maximum of 14 words and must not begin with the terms study, research, analysis, or development.
2. Author Information
Below the title, include the author’s name, institutional affiliation, and email address (one active email for correspondence is sufficient). For multiple authors, the principal author must be listed first.
3. Abstract and Keywords
The abstract must present the purpose of the study/research/development, the methodology (including how the study was conducted), and the main findings. It must also highlight the novelty, provide a brief conclusion, and include policy recommendations.
The abstract must be written as a single continuous paragraph (not as formulas or equations), without subheadings, footnotes, or references. It should clearly represent the essence of the entire article. The length must be 150–200 words (1.0 spacing, 11-point font).
Keywords must consist of five standard words or phrases reflecting the article’s core concepts. They must be ordered by relevance, may be single or compound terms, must not be abbreviated, and written in all lowercase letters.
4. Main Text
This journal prioritizes research and development articles oriented toward education policy formulation or the analysis and evaluation of existing education policies.
a) Introduction
The introduction presents the background and context of the study, research problems, objectives, urgency, and expected outcomes. This section should comprise approximately 15% of the total manuscript.
b) Literature Review
This section presents relevant literature to demonstrate scholarly discourse, identify research gaps, and establish novelty. Research gaps and novelty must be synthesized from at least 10 accredited or reputable journal articles published within the last 10 years. Classical references (older than 10 years) may be used if relevant and must not exceed 20% of the total references. Recent editions of books and articles are strongly recommended. This section must also include a theoretical framework to support data analysis. The length should be approximately 20% of the manuscript.
c) Research Methods
This section describes the research approach, variables, data sources, population, sample or respondents, research period, research site, and justification for methodological choices. It must also explain data collection, processing, analysis techniques, and research limitations. This section should comprise approximately 10% of the manuscript.
d) Research Findings
This section presents findings aligned with research objectives and their interpretations. When multiple objectives exist, consistency between findings and objectives must be maintained.
Data may be presented in tables, graphs, or qualitative excerpts (interviews, FGDs, observations, document studies). Interview excerpts may be presented in-line or as block quotations (for quotations exceeding 40 words).
Each quotation must include brief respondent identification, such as age, gender, occupation, or code, for example:
“(Interview, I2, female, 32-year-old)” or
“(Informant A, vocational teacher, interview, May 12, 2025).”
Codes must be used consistently. This section should comprise approximately 20% of the manuscript
e) Discussion
This section analyzes, elaborates, and interprets findings in relation to research objectives and problems. Findings must be discussed in dialogue with relevant theories and literature. Consistency across objectives and findings must be maintained. This section should comprise approximately 20% of the manuscript.
f) Conclusion and Policy Recommendation
Conclusions must not merely summarize findings but must directly address research objectives. They must be derived from findings and discussions and aligned with research problems.
Policy recommendations must be based on findings and conclusions and intended for education policymakers, particularly the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education. They must be contextualized within national or global education policy frameworks. Recommendations must be operational, technical, logical, and applicable, and may include policy options, responsible institutions, and justifications. They must not be normative.
Conclusions and recommendations must be written as separate narrative paragraphs, not in bullet points. This section should comprise approximately 15% of the manuscript.
g) Acknowledgment
Acknowledgments are optional. However, research funded or sponsored by external parties must include a statement acknowledging funding sources and sponsors. Appreciation may also be expressed to individuals who directly contributed to the manuscript.
5. References
References must follow the American Psychological Association (APA) Style, 7th Edition and should be managed using Mendeley.
At least 15 references from primary and secondary sources are required. Primary sources include accredited or reputable national and international journals. Most references must be published within the last 10 years. Classical references may be used if relevant and must not exceed 20% of total references. Recent editions are recommended.
All cited sources must appear in the reference list. Uncited sources must not be included. When available, DOIs must be provided in full URL format (e.g., https://doi.org/xxxx).
Sample References
Afifatun, S. (2025). The impact of deep learning implementation on student engagement in the digital era. International Journal of Innovation and Thinking, 2(1), 25–38. https://doi.org/10.71364/ijit.v2i1.7
Berk, L. E., & Winsler, A. (1995). Scaffolding children’s learning: Vygotsky and early childhood education (NAEYC Research into Practice Series No. 7). National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Clark, R. E., Feldon, D. F., van Merriënboer, J. J. G., Yates, K., & Early, S. (2008). Cognitive task analysis. In J. M. Spector, M. D. Merrill, J. J. G. van Merriënboer, & M. P. Driscoll (Eds.), Handbook of research on educational communications and technology (3rd ed., pp. 577–593). Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.
Creswell, H. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2023). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.
Peraturan Menteri Pendidikan, Kebudayaan, Riset, dan Teknologi Nomor 12 Tahun 2024 tentang Kurikulum pada Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, Jenjang Pendidikan Dasar, dan Jenjang Pendidikan Menengah. https://jdih.kemendikdasmen.go.id/detail_peraturan?main=3380
Rangkuti, F. (2013). SWOT–balanced scorecard: Teknik menyusun strategi korporat yang efektif plus cara mengelola kinerja dan resiko. PT Gramedia Pustaka Utama.
Suyanto, Mubarak, A. Z., Suryadi, B., Darmawan, C., Wahyudin, D., Qodir, D. A., Iskandar, H., Wiyono, H. T., Ismah, Kadir, Yuliati, K., Maskur, Faradella, N. E., Herianingtyas, N. L. R., Waspodo, M., Purwahida, R., Indrajit, R. E., Yazid, R., Oktafiana, S., ... Damarjati, T. (2025). Naskah akademik pembelajaran mendalam: Menuju pendidikan bermutu untuk semua. Pusat Kurikulum dan Pembelajaran. Badan Standar Kurikulum dan Asesmen Pendidikan. Kementerian Pendidikan Dasar dan Menengah. https://kurikulum.kemendikdasmen.go.id/rujukan/kajian-naskah-akademik