Journal Details
American Journal of Sexuality Education
Endorsed by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)
Instructions for Authors
The American Journal of Sexuality Education addresses a variety of sexuality topics and audiences, presenting up-to-date theory and practice, lessons, and evaluations. Since sexuality encompasses so many different topics, content for the journal will always be diverse, including but certainly not limited to teaching about: pregnancy prevention, sexually transmitted infections, sexual coercion, healthy versus unhealthy relationships, sexual orientation and identity, sexual response, sexual decision-making, gender identity, and more.
Manuscripts should be submitted electronically to the Editor-in-Chief, William J. Taverner. Required submission is via e-mail ONLY, sent directly to the Editor-in-Chief (sexedjournal@hotmail.com) as an attached MS Word document. In the e-mail subject line, the author(s) should indicate that this is a submission for the American Journal of Sexuality Education. The body of the e-mail should contain your cover letter indicating names and affiliations for all authors.
All parts of the manuscript should be typewritten, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. Number manuscript pages consecutively throughout the paper. Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces. Each article should be summarized in an abstract of not more than 100 words. Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text in the abstract.
Manuscript Length.
A. Articles. Your article should be approximately 5–50 typed pages, double-spaced (including references and abstract). Lengthier manuscripts may be considered, but only at the discretion of the Editor/Co-Editor.
B. Lesson Plans. Lesson plans may be 5 or more typed pages double-spaced, and must include the following: Title; Author(s) or citation; Goal(s) and Objectives; Timing; Rationale; Description of intended audience(s); Materials needed; Detailed, numbered procedural steps; Worksheets, handouts, and other educational resources needed for the lesson; Commentary on experiences using the activity, suggestions for adaptation, circumstances under which the activity is best used (or not used), and any other relevant information the author thinks would be useful to readers.
C. Resource Reviews. Reviews of sexuality education books, curricula, videos, and any other educational materials may be 4 or more typed pages double-spaced.
Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher.
References
References, citations, and general style of manuscripts should be prepared in accordance with the APA Publication Manual, 5th ed. Cite in the text by author and date (Smith, 1983) and include an alphabetical list at the end of the article. Examples:
Journal: Tsai, M., & Wagner, N. N. (1978). Therapy groups for women sexually molested as children. Archives of Sexual Behaviour, 7(6), 417-427.
Book: Millman, M. (1980). Such a pretty face. New York: W. W. Norton.
Contribution to a Book: Hartley, J. T., & Walsh, D. A. (1980). Contemporary issues in adult development of learning. In L.W. Poon (ed.), Ageing in the 1980s (pp. 239-252). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:
- 300 dpi or higher
- Sized to fit on journal page
- EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
- Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files
Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in color art reproduction. Color art can be purchased for online only reproduction or for print + online reproduction. Color reprints can only be ordered if print + online reproduction costs are paid. Rates for color art reproduction are: Online Only Reproduction: $225 for the first page of color; $100 per page for the next three pages of color. A maximum charge of $525 applies. Print + Online Reproduction: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than four pages of color.
Tables and Figures
Tables and figures (illustrations) should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet.
Proofs
Page proofs are sent to the designated author using Taylor & Francis' Central Article Tracking System (CATS). They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt.
Reprints and Issues
Reprints of individual articles are available for order at the time authors review page proofs. A discount on reprints is available to authors who order before print publication. Each corresponding author will receive 3 complete issues in which the article publishes and a complimentary PDF. This file is for personal use only and may not be copied and disseminated in any form without prior written permission from Taylor and Francis Group, LLC.
