Book Chapter Guidelines
Check the accepted work types, format requirements, section structure and download the official templates to prepare your manuscript.
1. Accepted Work Types
Select the work type that best fits your manuscript. Each type defines the specific required sections and length limits.
Free Chapter
Authors freely define the sections of the work. Ideal for essays, theoretical reflections and interdisciplinary approaches.
Original Article
Unpublished research with own methodological design, data presentation and results analysis.
Narrative Review
Broad analysis of the state of the art on a topic, without predefined systematic methodology.
Integrative Review
Synthesis of previous studies combining theoretical and empirical literature for a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
Systematic Review
Rigorous and reproducible evaluation of available evidence, with possibility of meta-analysis.
Case Study
In-depth empirical research of a real case, with context detailing and critical analysis.
Experience Report
Contextualized description of a professional or academic experience relevant to the scientific community.
Practice Protocol
Technical document with step-by-step guidelines for executing procedures in a specific area.
2. General Format Guidelines
All manuscripts, regardless of work type, must comply with the following format guidelines.
3. Sections Common to All Types
The following sections are mandatory (unless otherwise indicated) for all work types.
Title
In uppercase, 14pt, bold and centered. Maximum 15 words. Must be clear, concise and reflect the content of the work. Avoid abbreviations.
Authors
Maximum 10 authors. Right-aligned. Include full name, institutional affiliation, city, state/province, country and ORCID. The corresponding author must be indicated with an asterisk (*).
Abstract
Maximum 250 words, in a single paragraph. No abbreviations or citations. Must contain: context, objective, methodology (when applicable), main results and conclusion.
Keywords
3 to 5 keywords, separated by semicolons (;). In lowercase and in alphabetical order. Must represent the central topics of the work. Avoid generic terms.
Abstract (English)
English version of the abstract. Required only when the main language of the manuscript is NOT English. Same format and length as the abstract.
Introduction
Presents the topic, justification, research problem and objectives. Must contextualize the reader and establish the relevance of the study based on existing literature.
Acknowledgments (optional)
Brief section to thank individuals, institutions or funding agencies that contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria.
References
In ABNT format. List all works cited in the text, in alphabetical order by first author's surname. Preference for publications from the last 5 years. Include DOI when available.
4. Specific Sections by Work Type
Each work type requires specific additional sections beyond the common ones. The expected content of each is described below.
Methods
Detailed description of research design, participants/sample, data collection instruments, procedures and analysis methods. Must be sufficiently clear to allow study reproduction.
Results
Objective presentation of findings, without interpretation. Use tables, figures and graphs when pertinent. Data must directly respond to the stated objectives.
Discussion
Interpretation of results in light of existing literature. Comparison with previous studies, analysis of practical and theoretical implications, identification of study limitations.
Conclusion
Synthesis of main findings and their contribution to the field of study. Must respond to stated objectives. May include recommendations and suggestions for future research.
Final Considerations
Final reflection on the aspects addressed in the work. Unlike the conclusion, allows a more reflective and propositive tone. Includes practical implications and future perspectives.
Development
Main body of the text where the analysis of the topic is developed. May be subdivided into subtopics at the author's discretion. Must articulate consulted sources critically and coherently.
Case Detail
Detailed description of the studied case: context, participants, event chronology, collected data and any relevant information for comprehensive understanding of the phenomenon.
Experience Detail
Structured narrative of the lived experience: institutional context, involved actors, activities carried out, challenges faced and strategies adopted.
Protocol Presentation
Technical and detailed description of the protocol: necessary materials, step-by-step procedures, quality criteria, critical control points and expected standards.
Application
Concrete examples of protocol application in real or simulated contexts. Include implementation evidence, observed results and adjustments made.
Limitations
Identification of restrictions and conditions that may affect protocol implementation. Include recommendations for adaptation to different contexts.
5. Download Templates
Download the template corresponding to your work type. Templates include the correct format, predefined sections and integrated instructions.
Research Ethics Reminder
Research with human subjects: The manuscript must include the approval number from the Research Ethics Committee (CEP) or institutional equivalent.
Research with animals: Authorization from the Animal Use Ethics Committee (CEUA) or equivalent must be presented.
Originality: All manuscripts undergo textual similarity analysis. The acceptable index is below 20%.
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