Writing guidelines

Comprehensive guide for preparing and submitting your manuscripts

Manuscripts must be written in a clear, structured, and accessible manner. This page presents all the writing and formatting rules that must be followed when submitting to JIRECS.

1 Article Structure

The manuscript must include the following sections:

1

Title

In French and English
It should be attractive, concise, and informative.

2

Authors’ names and affiliations

The corresponding author must be identified with an asterisk (*).

3

Abstract

150 to 250 words
Preferably provided in both French and English.

4

Keywords

Maximum of 5 to 7
In French and English.

5

Introduction

Context, research problem, and objectives.

6

Methodology

Scientific approach, methods, and tools used.

7

Results and discussion

Presentation and analysis of the results obtained.

8

Conclusion and recommendations

Synthesis, contributions, and research perspectives.

9

References

Complete list of cited sources (APA 7th edition).

Flexibility: In addition to the sections listed above, authors may include other sections if necessary (Acknowledgements, Appendices, etc.).

2 Typographical Standards

Font and layout

Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing

Section numbering

Each section of the main text (from Introduction to Conclusion) must be numbered: 1., 2., etc.
Subsections should follow: 1.1, 1.1.1, etc.

Units and nomenclature

Must comply with the International System of Units (SI)
Consult the SI guide

Tables and figures

  • Inserted within the text and numbered using Arabic numerals: Figure 1, Table 1, etc.
  • Clearly legible and editable (not provided as images)
  • Titles placed above tables and below figures
  • All tables and figures must be cited in the text

3 Citations and References (APA 7th Edition)

The bibliographic style adopted is APA, 7th edition.

  • All references cited in the text must appear in the reference list, and vice versa.
  • References must be listed in alphabetical order by the first author.
  • Including the DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is strongly recommended when available.

In-text citations

Single author
(Kouadio, 2022) or Kouadio (2022) shows that…
Two authors
(Ali & Baba, 2021) or Ali and Baba (2021) emphasize that…
Three or more authors
(Ali et al., 2020) or according to Ali et al. (2020)…
Multiple references
(Ali et al., 2020; Kouadio, 2022; Wamba & Lishou, 2023)

Reference examples by source type

Journal article

Format:
Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Article title. Journal Title, volume(issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Book chapter

Format:
Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Chapter title. In Editor, Book title (edition, chapter pages). Publisher.

Book

Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Book title (edition). Publisher. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Online document or website

Format:
Author, A. A. (or Organization). (Year). Title of document. Website name. URL

Institutional report or communication

Format:
Institution or Author, A. A. (Year). Report title. Publisher. URL

Thesis or dissertation

Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Thesis or dissertation title [Doctoral dissertation or Master’s thesis, University name]. Database or URL.

Best practices

  • Use a reference manager (Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote) configured to APA 7th edition.
  • Always verify DOIs and URLs before submission.
  • Avoid unpublished or in-press data unless the article has been accepted and proof can be provided upon request.

4 Languages and Translation

Accepted languages

Manuscripts may be submitted in French or English.

Bilingual abstract

To enhance visibility, authors are encouraged to provide a translated version of the abstract in the second language.

Editing services

The editorial office may offer language editing or translation services prior to publication.

5 Accessibility and Dissemination

Full open access

The journal is published in full open access on the OJS 3.5 platform.

Indexing and DOI

Each article is indexed and digitally archived with a DOI.

Academic sharing

The journal encourages responsible sharing on platforms such as Virtual Libraries, LinkedIn, ResearchGate, HAL, and other open repositories.

6 Review and Updates

These author guidelines are reviewed every three years by the Editorial Committee to remain aligned with scientific, technological, and ethical developments.

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