Author Guidelines

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          Research Article Format  

Contact Information

S Maejo University Journal of Economics 63 Moo 4, Nong Han Sub-district,
San Sai District, Chiang Mai 50290
Phone: 0 5387 5264
Email: maejojournal.sd@gmail.com

Editorial Contacts

1. Prof. Dr. Kritwit Autchariyapanitkul Editor
2. Prof. Dr. Rapassorn Kongthanacharu-anant Assistant Editor

Article Submission

Manuscripts must be submitted through the online submission system:
https://so10.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/ECONMAEJO_JOURNAL/about/submissions

Manuscript Review and Proofreading

Authors must strictly follow the journal's formatting guidelines and verify the content for accuracy and completeness. Proper preparation facilitates smoother and quicker review processes and reflects professionalism. The editorial board reserves the right to consider only manuscripts that fully comply with journal requirements.

 Review Process and Article Selection

All articles undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review by at least two experts in relevant fields from different institutions. Final approval is subject to the editorial board’s discretion to ensure academic quality and standards.

Article Preparation

The article must be typed using the TH SarabunPSK font, size 16, with justified alignment and single line spacing throughout the document. It should be printed on one side of A4 paper. Margins must be set as follows: 3.81 cm on the left and right sides, 4.5 cm at the top, and 4.01 cm at the bottom. Page numbers should be placed at the top right corner of each page. The article should not exceed 20 printed A4 pages, including illustrations and tables, as follows:

1. Types of Articles Published in the Journal
   The Maejo University Journal of Economics publishes the following types of articles:

           1.1 Research Article: Research findings that present new, valuable, and useful knowledge which has not been previously published in any academic journal.

           1.2 Academic Article: In-depth academic content that conveys valuable knowledge and insights.

2. Abstract
   The abstract should not exceed 350 words and must be clearly separated from the main text. For both research and academic articles, abstracts are required in both Thai and English.

The abstract should summarize the key content of the article in a complete, clear, and concise manner. It should not include citations, figures, or tables. The abstract must consist of the following four main components:

          2.1 Objective: State the purpose of the study.

          2.2 Methods/Research Approach: Specify the type of study and briefly describe the population, sample group, sample size, instruments used in the study, as well as methods of data collection and analysis.

          2.3 Results: Present the findings of the study according to its stated objectives.

          2.4 Keywords: Include three keywords that appear in the article title and content. These should be useful for article search and should represent the study’s topic. Keywords must appear at the end of both the Thai and English abstracts and be separated by semicolons (;).

3. Main Content

           3.1 Manuscript Preparation for Research Articles

           3.1.1 Introduction: This section initiates the study by reviewing relevant information from previous research, books, and academic journals. It aims to present the rationale and significance of the research problem that led to the study.

           3.1.2 Research Objectives: This is the core of the study, defining its direction and goals. It provides a framework outlining what needs to be explored, analyzed, and systematically answered. It also establishes the principles and methods used to ensure that the data synthesis and presentation of research findings are clear and credible.

           3.1.3 Methods: This section outlines the systematic procedures and steps of the research process. It includes the planning of research activities, detailed study design, selection of the population and sample groups, data collection instruments, and statistical techniques used for data analysis to derive reliable and valuable findings.

           3.1.4 Results: This part presents the findings from the study and the analysis conducted as outlined in 3.1.2. The results should be systematically grouped according to the research objectives and presented clearly through concise and easy-to-understand descriptions. Supplementary materials such as illustrations, tables, graphs, or charts should be included to enhance clarity and allow for deeper understanding by the readers.

           3.1.5 Discussion: This is a crucial process that links the researcher’s findings with existing knowledge by comparing them to previous research. It aims to deepen understanding or generate new knowledge related to the studied issue. This section also serves as a platform to evaluate the strengths and limitations of the research methods used, propose new ideas, and reflect on encountered problems and obstacles. These insights can guide future practical applications.

           3.1.6 Knowledge of Research: This involves synthesizing new knowledge derived from the study by comparing the results with related research to identify unique or previously undiscovered findings. The information is presented in an easily understandable format, such as diagrams, flowcharts, conceptual maps, or models, along with explanations of the processes, steps, methods, value, and potential applications. The goal is to support development, improvement, or transformation at the individual, societal, or organizational levels.

           3.1.7 Suggestions : This section provides guidance on how the research findings can be applied usefully. It should be presented in bullet or numbered format under the following headings:

1. Policy Recommendations
2. Practical Recommendations
3. Recommendations for Future Research

            3.1.8 References : The article must follow the in-text citation style of the APA (American Psychological Association). Source citations are placed in parentheses ( ) within the text. This citation format is widely used and well-regarded for its clarity and ease of application, allowing users to efficiently identify and reference sources for both study and practical use.

        3.2 Manuscript Preparation for Academic Articles

            3.2.1 Introduction:This section initiates the study through a review and analysis of information from research reports, in-depth knowledge, and various forms of evidence from relevant sources, such as books, journals, and important research works. The aim is to understand the significance of the studied issue, while also emphasizing the reasons why this study is important and necessary for development in various fields.

           3.2.2 Content: This refers to the subject matter the author intends to communicate to the readers. Effective content presentation must be clear and detailed in a way that captures attention. The success of this largely depends on the author’s ability and creativity in delivering the message.

           3.2.3 Summarizing: This is a writing technique in which the author selects and refines the information to include only the most essential points. The process involves filtering and condensing content to make it easier to understand and as focused as possible.

           3.2.4 New Knowledge: This refers to the new knowledge proposed by the author, presented in the form of diagrams, illustrations, or models, with clear explanations of the processes, methods, and steps that can be practically applied. The emphasis is on generating value and benefits that impact individuals, society, and organizations—promoting, developing, or transforming them through systematic and effectively implementable approaches.

          3.2.5 References: Citations must follow the in-text referencing format of the APA (American Psychological Association). Sources are cited within parentheses ( ) in the body of the text. This widely accepted referencing style is designed for clarity and ease of use, allowing readers to identify sources accurately and conveniently, making it well-suited for academic study and practice.

4. In-text Citations According to APA Guidelines

          4.1 Books, Journal Articles, Theses/Dissertations/Independent Studies/Research Reports, and Electronic Media

(Author’s Name, Year of Publication) or Author’s Name (Year of Publication) For a single author: Thai authors: Use both first and last names without any title or honorific.  Foreign authors: Begin with the surname.

    Example:   (Kritwit Atchariyapanichkul, 2018) or  Kritwit Atchariyapanichkul (2018)

  (Autchariyapanitkul, 2018) or Autchariyapanitkul (2018)

    two authors, include the full names of both authors: Use “and” (with a space before and after) between the names for Thai authors. Use “&” (with a space before and after) between the names for foreign authors.

Examples: (Krittawit Autchariyapanitkul and Winit Phajaroen, 2561) or

(Autchariyapanitkul & Pharcharuen, 2018) 

Three to five authors: include the full names of all authors in the reference list. Separate the names with commas, and before the final author's name, use “และ” for Thai authors or “&” for international authors. Leave one space after each word.

              Example : (Autchariyapanitkul, Pharcharuen, & Phromkun, 2015)     

More than six authors: If a work has more than five authors, include only the first author's full name followed by “และคณะ” for Thai authors or “et al.” for non-Thai authors. Leave one space after each word.

              Example : (Autchariyapanitkul et al., 2018)

                                  Autchariyapanitkul et al. (2018)

In cases where only a portion of the content is cited, the page number(s) from which the information is taken must be specified. The citation should be formatted as follows:

                    (Jones, 2007, p. 199) or (Kernis, Cornell, Sun, Berry, & Harlow, 1993, p. 145)

When referencing multiple works within the same in-text citation, separate each source with a semicolon (;). For example: (Kritwit Acharayapanichkul, 2017, p. 45; Winit Phacharoen, 2018; Jones, 2009, p. 199)

4.2 Interviews

                    Format: (Author, Interview, Date)

                    When citing an interviewee, include their full name (first and last) without any prefix, title, or honorific.

          Example :  (Kittawit  Autchariyapanitkul, personal communication, August 11, 2007)

                              (E. Robbins, personal communication, January 4, 2001).

5. Reference List (APA Format)

format	Books
Single Author	Author, A. A./(Year of publication)./TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Location:/Publisher. * When indicating the place of publication for works published in the United States, write the city followed by the state abbreviation, without periods Example: New York, NY ; Chicago, IL)
	Example: Helfer, M. E. (1997). 29T29TThe battered child. 29T29TNew York, NY: Springer.
Two Authors	Author, A. A.,/&/Author, B. B./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Location:/Publisher. * When indicating the place of publication for works published in the United States, write the city followed by the state abbreviation, without periods Example: New York, NY ; Chicago, IL)
	Example: Okuda, M., & Okuda, D. (1993). Star trek chronology: The history of the future. New York, NY: Pocket Books.
Three to Seven Authors (Fill alll authors)	Author, A. A.,/Author, B. B.,/Author, C. C.,/Author, D. D.,/Author, E. E.,/&/Author, F. F./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Location:/Publisher. * When indicating the place of publication for works published in the United States, write the city followed by the state abbreviation, without periods Example: New York, NY ; Chicago, IL)
	Example: Kernis, M. H., Cornell, D. P., Sun, C. R., Berry, A., Harlow, T., & Bach, J. S. (1993). Organization. Chicago, IL: University of Chicago Press.
4B4BMore than Seven Authors	Author, A. A.,/Author, B. B.,/Author, C. C.,/Author, D. D.,/Author, E. E.,/Author, F. F.,/. . . Author, G. G.Last Author)./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Location:/Publisher. * When indicating the place of publication for works published in the United States, write the city followed by the state abbreviation, without periods Example: New York, NY ; Chicago, IL) (8T8TEnter the names of 6 people. After the 6th person, use an ellipsis instead of the author's name, then add the last author's name) Miller, F. H., Choi, M. J., Angeli, L. L., Harland, A. A., Stamos, J. A., Thomas, S. T., . . . Rubin, L. H. (2009). 29T29TTechnical Communication. 29T29TNew York, NY: Springer.
format	Books
Organization as Author	corporate author./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Location:/Publisher. * When indicating the place of publication for works published in the United States, write the city followed by the state abbreviation, without periods Example: New York, NY ; Chicago, IL)
	Example: American Psychological Association. (2009). 29T29TAPA Style. 29T29TNew York, NY: Springer.
A Translation	Author, A. A./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle/(Translator,/Trans.)29T29T./Location:/Publisher./(Original work published Year)
	Example: Laplace, P. S. (1951). A philosophical essay on probabilities (F. W. Truscott & F. L. Emory, Trans.). New York, NY: Dover. (Original work published 1814)
7B7BEdited Book, No Author	Editor, A. A./(Ed./Eds.)./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Location:/Publisher.
	Example: Duncan, G. J., & Brooks-Gunn, J. (Eds.). (1997). 29T29TConsequences of growing up poor29T29T. New York, NY: Russell Sage Foundation.
8B8BUnknown Author	Title of work: Capital letter also for subtitle.29T29T/(Year of publication)./  Location:/Publisher. Example: 29T29TMerriam-Webster's collegiate dictionary29T29T. (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam-Webster.
9B9BEdition other than the first	Author, A. A./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for           subtitle29T29T/(Edition.)./Location:/Publisher.
	Example: Helfer, M. E. (1997). 29T29TThe battered child29T29T (5PPthPP ed.). Chicago, IL: University of Chicago Press.
No publisher of publication	Enter [ม.ป.ท.] for Thai Documents and [n.p.] for Foreign language documents
No year of publication	Enter [ม.ป.ป.] for Thai Documents and [n.d.] for Foreign language documents

 

ARTICLE OR CHAPTER IN AN EDITED BOOK
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Publication)./Article title./In/A. A. Editor/(Ed./Eds),/Title of Book/(p. page number-page number)./ Place:/Publisher.
Chapter in Book ARTICLE OR CHAPTER IN AN EDITED BOOK
Example	Chumdermphadejsuk, S. (1991). Acute Asthma Treatment in Children. In S. Lohlekha (Ed.), Clinical Immunology and Allergy (pp. 99-103). Bangkok: The Royal College of Pediatricians of Thailand & Pediatric Society of Thailand. O'Neil, J. M., & Egan, J. (1992). Men's and women's gender role journeys: A metaphor for healing, transition, and transformation. In B. R. Wainrib (Ed.), Gender issues across the life cycle (pp. 107-123). New York, NY: Springer.
Journal Article
format	Author, A. A./(Year of publication)./Title of article./2Title of Periodical,/volume number29T29T(issue number),/pages.
Example:	Petprasert, N. (2022). WHAT IS POLITICAL ECONOMY?. Journal of Buddhist Anthropology, 7(6), 33–54.
ARTICLE IN A MAGAZINE
format	Author, A. A./(Year,/Month of publication)./Title of article./Title of Magazine, /2volume number29T29T(issue number),/pages.
ARTICLE IN A MAGAZINE
Example:	Henry, W. A., III. (1990, April). Making the grade in today's schools. Time, 135,               28-31.
ARTICLE IN A NEWSPAPER
format	Author, A. A./(/(Year,/Month/Date of publication)./Title of article./Title of Newspaper,/p,pp./pages.
Example:	Schultz, S. (2005, December). Calls made to strengthen state energy policies. The Country Today, pp. 1A, 2A. Boonnoon, J. (2011, April 28). Manufactures flood Thai market. The Nation, p. 7A.
Encyclopedia Article
format	Author, A. A./(/(Year of Publication)./Article Title./In/Encyclopedia Title/(Vol. Number,/p. page number-page number)./Place: Publisher.
Example:	Sturgeon, T. (1995). Science fiction. In The encyclopedia Americana (Vol. 24, pp. 390-392). Danbury, CT: Grolier.

 

Research report
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Publication)./Title/(Research report)./Location:/Publisher.
Example:	Deming, D., & Dynarski, S. (2008). The Lengthening of Childhood (Research report). Nashville: American Economic Association.
Proceedings, Symposium
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Publication)./Article title./In/Title of Conference/(pp. page number-page number)./Location:/Publisher.
Example:	Piyasiripon, N. (2016). Factors affecting Policy Implementation Effectiveness toward National Security Policy in Southernmost Provinces of Thailand. In Proceeding of The 38PPthPP National Graduate Research Conference (Humanities and Social Science) (pp. 169-176). Phitsanulok: Naesuan University Publishing House.
	Soutar, G., & Mazzaro, T. W. (1995). Gaining competitive advantage in education services exports: Forward integration and strategic alliances in a maturing market. In Proceeding of the Academy of International Business Southeast Asia Regional Conference, Asia Pacific International Business: Regional integration and global competitiveness (pp. 85-110). Perth: Murdoch University.
Thesis
format	Author, A. A./(Year)./Title of dissertation/(Doctoral dissertation or Master’s thesis)./Name of Institute,/Location.
Example:	Nickels, D. W. (2005). The relationship between IT-business alignment and organizational culture: An exploratory study (Doctoral dissertation). University of Memphis, Memphis.
Electronic Sources
format	Producer, P. P./(Producer),/&/Director, D. D./(Director)./(Date of publication)./Title of motion picture/[Motion picture]./Country of origin:/Studio or distributor.
Example:	Smith, J. D. (Producer), & Smithee, A. F. (Director). (2001). Really big disaster movie [Motion picture]. United States: Paramount Pictures.
Databases
Webpage/Online Content
format	Author, A. A.,/&/Author B. B./(Date of publication)./Title of page/[Format description when necessary]./Retrieved from/ https://www.some address.com/full/url/
Example:	CNN Wire Staff. (2011). How U.S. forces killed Osama bin Laden. Retrieved from http://www.cnn.com/2011/WORLD/asiapcf/05/02/ bin.laden.raid/index.html
Webpage/Online Content
	Eco, U. (2015). How to write a thesis [PDF file]. (Farina C. M. & Farina F., Trans.) Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/... How_to_write_a_ thesis/.../Uberto+Eco-How+to+Write+... (Original work published 1977)
Article from an online periodical
With no DOI Assigned
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Published)./Title of article./Title of Online Journal,/  29T29Tvolume number29T29T(issue number),/page range../Retrieved from/ https://www.someaddress.com/full/url/
Example:	Smyth, A. M., Parker, A. L., & Pease, D. L. (2002). A study of enjoyment of peas. Journal of Abnormal Eating, 8(3), 120-125. Retrieved from 56T56Thttps://www.fakeexamplehomepage.com/full/url/56T
Article from an online periodical
With DOI Assigned
format	Author, A. A., & Author, B. B./(Year of Published)./Title of article./29T29TTitle of Journal,/volume number29T29T(issue number if available)29T29T,/29T29Tpage range./ doi:0000000/000000000000 or https://doi.org/10.0000/0000
Example:	Brownlie, D. (2007). Toward effective poster presentations: An annotated bibliography. 29T29TEuropean Journal of Marketing, 4129T29T, 1245-1283.   doi:10.1108/03090560710821161
	Wooldridge, M.B., & Shapka, J. (2012). Playing with technology: Mother-toddler interaction scores lower during play with electronic toys. 29T29TJournal of Applied Developmental Psychology, 3329T29T(5), 211- 218. https://doi.org/ 10.1016/j.appdev.2012.05.005
Other types of electronic information
Online Book Chapter
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Publication)./Article title./In/A. A. Editor/(Ed./Eds),/Title of Book (chapter or section number). /Retrieved from/ https://www. someaddress.com/full/url/
Example:	Engelshcall, R. S. (1997). Module mod_rewrite: URL Rewriting Engine. In 29T29TApache HTTP Server version 1.3 documentation29T29T (Apache modules). Retrieved from https://httpd.apache.org/docs/1.3/mod/mod_rewrite.html Peckinpaugh, J. (2003). Change in the Nineties. In J. S. Bough and G. B. DuBois (Eds.), 29T29TA century of growth in America29T29T. Retrieved from GoldStar database.
Online Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Publication)./Article title./In/Title of  Encyclopedias or Dictionaries./Retrieved from/https://www.someaddress.com/full/url/
Example:	Feminism. (n.d.). In 29T29TEncyclopædia Britannica online29T29T. Retrieved from               https://www. britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/724633/feminism56T

 

Wikis
format	Author, A. A./(Year of Publication)./Retrieved/Month/Date,/Year/from/Name of WIKI:/https://www.someaddress.com/full/url/
Example:	OLPC Peru/Arahuay. (n.d.). Retrieved April 29, 2011 from the OLPC Wiki: https://wiki.laptop.org/go/OLPC_Peru/Arahuay
Electronic Books
format	Author, A. A./(Year of publication)./29T29TTitle of work: Capital letter also for subtitle29T29T./Retrieved from/https://www.someaddress.com/full/url/
Example:	De Huff, E. W. (n.d.). 29T29TTaytay’s tales: Traditional Pueblo Indian tales. Retrieved from https://digital.library.upenn.edu/women/dehuff/taytay/taytay. html
Newspaper Article
format	Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of article. 29T29TTitle of Newspaper29T29T.            Retrieved from https://www.homeaddress.com/
Example:	Parker-Pope, T. (2008, May 6). Psychiatry handbook linked to drug industry. 29T29TThe New York Times29T29T. Retrieved from https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/

 

หมายเหตุ:

1. For Thai authors, state the first name and last name without honorifics. However, if the author has a royal title or noble rank, it should be added after the name, separated by a comma (,). In the case of monastic titles, retain the original form.
2. For two authors, list both names in the order shown in the original source, using the word “และ” (and) for Thai documents and the symbol “&” for foreign documents. A single space should be placed before and after the connecting word or symbol.
3. For foreign authors, start with the last name, followed by the initial(s) of the first name (and middle name if any). Leave a space between initials, and separate the surname and initials with a comma (,). The order should follow the conventions of the author's country of origin. If a suffix such as Jr. is present, it should be included after the initials and separated by a comma.
4. For institutional authors, list the larger organization first, followed by any sub-units, with spaces between organization names for clarity. However, when citing within the text, reverse the order—start with the sub-unit and end with the parent organization.
5. 5. If the place of publication or publisher is unknown: Use [n.p.] for foreign-language documents
6. 6. If the year of publication is not indicated in the document, please use [ม.ป.ป.] for Thai-language documents and [n.d.] (no date) for foreign-language documents to ensure that your citation is complete and conforms to standard referencing practices.

For more information, please refer to official resources on APA Style 6PP^thPP  edition Example: APA Formatting and Style Guide. From 56Thttp://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource /560/01/American56T56T Psychological Association (APA) 6PP^thPP edition style Examples. From56T56Twww.lib.monash.edu.au/tutorials/citing/56T56Tapa-a4.pdf

6. Reference Ordering Method The ordering of references follows the same principle as the alphabetical arrangement in the Royal Institute Dictionary or the international dictionary system.Words are sorted by their consonant spellings first, followed by vowel sounds, in the following order

          When references are in English, they are arranged alphabetically by the surname of the first author, following the standard dictionary order (A–Z). If multiple works have the same first author, order them by year of publication, from earliest to latest.

7. Figures and Tables

          Please use only essential figures and tables. Each figure or table should be placed appropriately on a page, with no more than one figure or one table per page. For tables, provide a caption above the table, aligned to the left margin, and include additional explanations below the table as needed, following the prescribed format.

                                                                           Table/1// Title of the Table

Captions for figures, graphs, charts, and pictorial diagrams should be typed below the image, centered on the page. Any additional explanations should be placed directly beneath the caption, following the specified format below:

                                                                            Figure /1/ Title of the Figure