David R. Parker, Ph.D. (Executive Editor) drdparker@gmail

1. Writing for the Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability (JPED): Suggestions for Researchers/Authors David R. Parker, Ph.D. (Executive Editor)drdparker@gmail.com

2. Today’s Agenda • JPED’s Purpose • Publication Frequency • A Year in the Life • Accessing JPED • Types of Articles (Research, Practice Brief) • The Review Process • Suggestions for Getting Published in JPED

3. JPED’s Purpose • JPED is a peer-reviewed journal that “welcomes submissions of innovative and scholarly manuscripts relevant to the issues and practices of educating students with disabilities in postsecondary educational programs.” • Historically, JPED seeks to welcome emerging scholars. “Good Afternoon Dr. Parker: My name is ____, and I am a school psychologist and doctoral student in the ____ Department at the University of _____. I am interested in submitting a piece I wrote on students with learning disabilities and learning communities in higher education. If possible, I would like to submit a draft for review to see if the content is appropriate for your journal. I am new to the publication process, so any help would be greatly appreciated!” • The Journal also seeks to broaden its North American focus by publishing research and practices that reflect a more international scope and increasing the international composition of its editorial review boards.

4. Publication Frequency • JPED is published 4 times a year: • March 1st (Issue 1) • June 1st (Issue 2) • September 1st (Issue 3 – Special Issue) • December 1st (Issue 4) • Each issue typically includes: • 4-5 research articles • 1-2 Practice Briefs • 1 book review • Special Issues: • JUST Design/UD Issues (2012) • College Services for Students with ID (2013) • 30 Years of JPED: Trends in the Literature (2014)

5. A Year in the Life (2013 - 2014) • Typically 2 issues “in the wings” ready for publication • 46 submissions received between 7/13 and 5/14 • 38 Research/Policy manuscripts • 6 Practice Brief manuscripts • 2 were book reviews • 3 returned to author; 9 rejected; 9 published/in-press; 13 being revised; 12 under review • 5 non-U.S. manuscripts (3 Canada, 2 U.K.) • “Dear Dr. Parker - My colleagues and I are delighted that our manuscript will be published next March. We appreciate your astute editing support and know that we have had a better product after having incorporated the reviewers’ suggestions.”

6. A Year in the Life • Summer 2013 – JPED Editor represented AHEAD at 8th International Conference on Higher Education and Disability (Innsbruck, Austria) • JPED poster session; networking • 5 new international editorial board members • 2015 Special Issue (Prof. Alan Hurst; UK) • Summer 2014 – Launch Reviewer of the Year Awards • New annual recognition • One research ROTY; one Practice Brief ROTY • Nominated by editor; selected by former editors • Fall 2015 – New selection process for JPED Editor • Application materials due by October 1, 2014 • Selection committee decision • Spring 2015: transition meeting with current and incoming JPED editors

7. Accessing JPED • The Journal continues to be provided as a benefit of membership. Print copies an additional $50.00/year. Switch to universally-accessible formats in Fall 2010, including: • DAISY, text, mp3 audio, and PDF versions • text • mp3 audio • PDF • JPED is searchable through ERIC online and libraries that subscribe to the EBSCO "Education Research Complete" database. • Back issues of all JPEDs are available: http://www.ahead.org/publications/jped

8. Research Articles • Research: Original quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method research (25 – 35 pages) • Integration: Integrate research of others, compare/contrast theories, critique results, and/or provide context for future exploration • Innovation: Propose new theory, approach, or service delivery model based on review of research/literature • Policy Analysis: Analyze, critique, or present implications of public policy, statutes, regulation, and litigation

9. Recent Research Articles • University and Disability: An Italian Experience of Inclusion • Silvia Maggiolini & Paola Molteni (26/3) • Postsecondary Education for Students with Intellectual Disability (ID): Complex Layers • Colleen A. Thoma (26/4) • One Woman’s Experience • Melissa Myers,Judy E. MacDonald, Sarah Jacquard, Matthew Mcneil (27/1) • Effects of an Intensive Disability-Focused Training Experience on University Faculty Self-Efficacy • Christopher Murray, Allison Lombardi, John R. Seeley, & Hilary Gerdes (27/2)

10. Practice Briefs • Practical strategies and programs used to support postsecondary students with disabilities. Limit the Body to 12 pages (including separate title page, abstract, and references). Tables/figures may be added beyond the 12 page limit. • Title page • Abstract • Literature Review • Depiction of the Problem • Participant Demographics/Institutional Partners or Resources • Description of Practice • Observed Outcomes • Implications/Portability • References • Tables and Figures (if needed)

11. Recent Practice Briefs • Transforming Barriers into Bridges: The Benefits of a Student-Driven Accessibility Planning Committee • Stephanie J. Cragg, Kristina Nikolova, & Irene Carter (26/3) • Interdisciplinary Collaborative Support Services for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders • Susan Longtin (27/2) • Assessing the Impact of Inclusive Postsecondary Education Using the Think College Standards • Kathleen Bodisch Lynch & Elizabeth Evans Getzel (26/4)

12. The Review Process • Send manuscript (single Word document, including title page, abstract, and appendices) and cover email to jped@ahead.org. • Managing Editor (Richard Allegra) confirms receipt; posts on JPED server. • Executive Editor (David Parker) determines if manuscript should be reviewed. • Two reviewers conduct “blind” review. • Recommendation (publish?) • Areas of weakness (Literature review; Relevance; Methodology; Findings supported by data; APA formatting…) • Comments/suggestions

13. The Review Process 5) Editor shares decision with lead author via email (Reject, Revise/resubmit, Accept with minor editing, Accept as is). • Synthesis of reviewers’ comments • Highlight the most important areas of feedback; additional suggestions * Do not take comments personally. Feedback generally implies an interest in publication or can help you publish in another journal. • Deadline for receiving revised copy 6) Editor may send revised version back to reviewers; offers his own editing suggestions. • After acceptance, Valerie Spears requests bio and Permission Form from authors. • Valerie proofreads/checks APA formatting and sends galley proof to lead author.

14. Suggestions for Getting Published • Recommendations • Q&A Session Thank you for your interest in writing for JPED.