Conference Guidelines for Authors , Editors and Participants

Conference Guidelines for Authors , Editors and Participants

Conference proceedings are a vital record of academic gatherings, preserving and disseminating the research presented at conferences. To ensure quality, visibility, and integrity, Jack Sparrow Publishers sets clear guidelines for both Authors (who submit their work) and Editors/Organizers (who manage and publish the proceedings) and Participants must follow the publisher’s guidelines.

Guidelines for Authors

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Submission Requirements

Authors must submit papers/abstracts strictly using the official conference template.
Types of submissions:
Abstracts (250–350 words).
Full Papers (6–10 pages, unless specified

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Formatting Standards

Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt.
Line spacing: single, justified alignment.
Figures, tables, and graphs must be clear, labeled, and cited.
References should follow the prescribed citation style (APA/IEEE/MLA, depending on

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Ethical Responsibilities

Submissions must be original , unpublished work and plagiarism-free (checked with plagiarism detection tools).
Authors should declare any Conflicts of Interest.
All papers will be checked for Plagiarism.

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Review Process

All full papers undergo 7 Types Peer Review (usually Double-Blind).
Authors may be asked to revise based on reviewer/editor feedback.
Revisions must be submitted within the given deadline.

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Conference Participation
Authors must present their work at the conference (oral/poster).
Non-presented papers may not be included in the final proceedings.
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Copyright & Licensing
Authors must sign a copyright transfer or license-to-publish agreement.
Papers may be published under open access or restricted access, as per conference policy.
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Publication & Indexing

Accepted works will be included in the conference proceedings (abstract book or full proceedings).
Proceedings are published with an ISBN/ISSN.
Full papers may receive DOIs, making them citable.

Guidelines for Editors / Conference Organizers

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Editorial Duties

Draft and circulate the Call for Papers (CFP).
Establish the Editorial Board and Review Committee.
Ensure fair and transparent peer review.
Reject papers that fail ethical or quality standards.

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Review Management
Assign submissions to appropriate reviewers.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity in the review process.
Communicate reviewer feedback clearly to authors.
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Editorial Responsibilities
Ensure fair and transparent peer review.
Assign qualified reviewers with expertise in relevant fields.
Maintain confidentiality during the review process.
Reject submissions that fail ethical or quality standards.
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Pre-Conference Tasks

Coordinate with Jack Sparrow Publishers for ISBN/ISSN and DOI registration.
Establish a Scientific Committee and Editorial Board.
Provide clear submission guidelines and templates to authors.

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Review & Selection
Implement a double-blind peer review process.
Maintain detailed review records for transparency.
Ensure that only high-quality, original contributions are accepted.
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Post-Conference Publication

Collect final, camera-ready versions of all accepted papers.
Verify metadata (author names, affiliations, keywords, abstracts).
Submit manuscripts for typesetting and formatting.

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Final Preparation
Collect camera-ready papers and author agreements.
Ensure consistency in formatting and metadata.
Work with Jack Sparrow Publishers on typesetting and proofing.
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Indexing & Archiving
Ensure proper metadata preparation for indexing databases.
Register DOIs for each paper (if applicable).
Deposit proceedings in publisher repositories and ensure long-term digital archiving.
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Ethical Standards for Editors
Avoid conflict of interest in editorial decisions.
Ensure diversity and fairness in reviewer/editorial selection.
Report and address any instances of plagiarism or unethical practices.

Guidelines for Participants

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Registration & Attendance
Complete conference registration before deadlines.
Attend sessions punctually and actively participate in discussions.
Maintain professional and respectful conduct throughout the event.
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Participation Roles
Presenters: Deliver oral/poster presentations within allotted time.
Listeners: Engage in Q&A, provide constructive feedback.
Session Chairs/Moderators: Ensure smooth flow of presentations and discussions.
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Ethical Conduct
Respect academic integrity and avoid plagiarism.
Acknowledge the work of others during discussions.
Ensure data privacy and confidentiality in shared research.
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Benefits for Participants
Gain recognition through publication of abstracts/papers.
Enhance networking and collaboration opportunities.
Receive conference certificates, proceedings access, and indexing benefits.
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General Conference Ethics (For All Stakeholders)

Uphold standards of academic honesty and fairness.
Avoid conflicts of interest in submissions, reviews, or presentations.

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Workflow Overview

Call for Papers (CFP) issued.
Authors prepare and submit work via template.
Editors assign reviewers → Peer Review.
Reviewer feedback → Authors revise.