Proposal Instructions for Intending Authors

Criteria for Review Process

All proposals will be reviewed anonymously using criteria that include the following:

1. Subject/Problem. Is there a clear focus, rationale, model, theory, or philosophy upon which the proposal is based?
2. Design or Procedure. Is the methodology, procedure, design, or organization appropriate?
3. Data Analyses and Findings. Do the syntheses of ideas or data analyses and findings appear to be appropriate and complete?
4. Contribution. Do the conclusions contribute valuable insights into the teaching/learning of science?

Abstracts

1. Length of Abstract: Limited to 150 words.
2. Titles: Use a cogent and coherent, yet concise, title that reflects the abstract's content.
3. Author(s) and Institutions(s): Immediately follow the title with name(s) of the author(s) and institutions(s).
4. Abstract Text: Type the entire abstract as a single paragraph.

Synopsis Preparation

The synopsis of your proposal should be 2-4 single-spaced pages. It should include: objectives of the study, significance, theoretical underpinnings, design and procedure, findings, and reference list.

Proposal (Synopsis) Format

Language

Proposals should be submitted in English.

Submission Details

Proposals should be sent as email attachments to Dr. Greg Thomas (pgthomas@ied.edu.hk) no later than 19th April, 2004.