Publications
Welcome to the Publications section. As a benefit of membership you have access to MACAE publications and archive of material. Listed on this page are the latest publications and link to the main archives.
MACAE produces two publications:
“Update”
Update is a semi-annual publication of ideas, reviews, opinions, and articles related to the various facets of adult education as professional practice. It is a forum in which MACAE members can share their wisdom about best practices, methods, and theories that most influence their work as educators.
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MACAE Praxis
Download the May 2010 issue.
MACAE, through its journal, MACAE Praxis, seeks to publish articles that will address the needs and interests of those involved in educating adults. It provides our members a venue for publishing their current thinking and research within the adult education field. The ultimate goal is to improve understanding and practice of adult education in all its venues through careful consideration and reflection of timely research and issues. The journal is intended to be a source of articles that are practical, substantial, and scholarly. Articles may be submitted for consideration in the following areas: refereed articles, book and media reviews, issues and trends, Point-Counterpoint essays and best practices.
Due: October 1 and ongoing.
Email Leslie Shore.
Refereed Articles
Articles that relate to theory, research and practice of adult education are welcomed in this journal. The purposes of this section are to improve practice and encourage research and theory development. Refereed articles are subject to a blind peer review process. Evaluation of manuscripts is based upon value of the topics to the field, clarity of purpose and theoretical and conceptual base, soundness of the approach (research methodology, logic of analyses, etc.), strength of conclusions, implications for practices, quality of writing and readability.
Book Review Guidelines
Book reviews that pertain to the theory, research and practice of adult education are welcomed. The purpose of the book reviews is to provide adult educators with insight into the literature of adult education. Issues and Trends, Research Summaries and Best Practice Guidelines Articles that relate to current issues and trends, as well as available resources for adult education. The Issues and Trends section will provide the readership with timely discussions of issues and developments in the field. The Research Summaries will present brief synopses of the background, research method, data and conclusions of a completed research, and Best Practices articles will highlight instructional strategies and programs that are valuable for adult educators, adult learners and adult education programs. Manuscripts will be accepted for review on a continuous basis and those accepted for publication will be included in the next issue of the journal in which there is space available.
General Guidelines
- Articles should readily address the readership of the journal in content, interest, and readability.
- Tables, Figures, illustrations and photos should be placed in a separate file and not placed in the manuscript. We recommend jpg, gif, or bmp formats for graphics, with jpg being the preferred format. The graphic file should be in black and white or gray scale, NOT color.
- Proper APA format (5th edition) must be used and Times New Roman or Arial 12 point are the preferred fonts.
Deadlines for submission: April 25, August 25, December 25.
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