The full papers presented at the symposium must adhere to the following guidelines. For references and citations, APA 7 standards will be applied.
ABSTRACT WRITING GUIDE
1. GENERAL WRITING RULES
- Length: Abstracts should be between 150-300 words. For English abstracts, the word count should be between 150 and 400 words.
- Font and Size: Times New Roman, 11 pt.
- Paragraphs: Should be written as a single block paragraph.
- Mandatory English Abstract: Every paper must include an abstract in English.
- Submission: Abstracts must be submitted via the form on our website. Submissions via email will not be accepted.
2. CONTENT
- Objective: Clearly state the main purpose of the research.
- Method: Specify the primary methods used in the study.
- Findings: Summarize the key findings.
- Conclusion: State the main conclusion or contribution of the research.
3. TITLES AND KEYWORDS
- Title: The abstract title should not exceed 12 words and must be clear and descriptive.
- Keywords: Provide 3-5 keywords that best represent the abstract.
- Formatting: Keywords should be listed in alphabetical order. Only the first keyword should start with a capital letter; the others should be in lowercase.
4. IMPORTANT NOTES
- Clarity: The abstract should be written in a coherent and logical order.
- Language & Style: Academic and formal language should be used. Avoid spelling and grammatical errors.
- Conciseness: Avoid unnecessary details. Keep the abstract clear, precise, and to the point.
FULL PAPER WRITING RULES
1. GENERAL WRITING RULES
- Margins: 2 cm on all sides.
- Page Size: Statement (13.97 cm x 21.59 cm).
- Font and Size: Times New Roman, 11 pt.
- Line Spacing: 1.15 line spacing.
- Paragraphs: No indentations; leave a blank line between paragraphs.
Headings
- Main headings: Bold, left-aligned, and written in uppercase.
- Subheadings: Bold, left-aligned, with only the first letter capitalized.
- No numbering for headings.
Page Numbers
- No page numbers should be included.
Language & Writing Style
- Use academic language.
- Pay attention to punctuation and spelling rules.
2. IN-TEXT CITATION RULES (APA 7)
- Single Author: (Yılmaz, 2020, p. 25)
- Two Authors: (Demir & Kaya, 2019, pp. 105-107)
- Three or More Authors: (Arslan et al., 2018, p. 64)
- Direct Quotes (Under 40 words): Use quotation marks within the text.
- Direct Quotes (Over 40 words): Format as a block quote, indented as a separate paragraph without quotation marks.
- Secondary Sources: (as cited in Gül, 2021, pp. 1-5)
3. REFERENCES FORMAT
References Heading
- The title “References” should be bold and centered on the page.
General Format
- Author’s Last Name, Initials. (Year). Title. Publisher. DOI (if available).
Examples
- Book: Erdem, H. (2015). Modern scientific research techniques. Academic Publications.
- Journal Article: Yılmaz, Ş., & Kaya, A. (2020). Innovative approaches in social sciences. Journal of Scientific Research, 45(2), 123-145. https://doi.org/10.12345/bad.2020.45
- Website: Turkish Statistical Institute. (2021). Annual population growth rates. https://www.tuik.gov.tr
4. TABLE & FIGURE GUIDELINES
- Numbering: Tables and figures must be numbered (e.g., Table 1, Figure 2) and titled clearly. Titles should be centered and in 10 pt font.
- Example: Table 1: Map of Turkey (Sancar, 2010)
- Explanations: Brief descriptions can be added below tables or figures.
- Source Indication: If a table or figure is taken from a source, it must be cited below.
5. SUBMISSION FORMAT & RULES
- File Format: Microsoft Word (.docx).
- File Name: AuthorName_Surname_Symposium2025.docx.
- Deadline: Papers must be submitted by the announced deadline.
- Email Subject: “Symposium Paper Submission: [Author’s Last Name]”
- Full papers should be submitted via email to: ensar.kilic@sbu.edu.tr
6. ETHICAL GUIDELINES
- Originality: All papers must be original and unpublished.
- Plagiarism: Any form of plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Proper citations must be provided.
- Ethics Approval: If the research requires ethics committee approval, the relevant document must be submitted.
This guide follows APA 7 standards. For any questions, please contact the symposium secretariat.