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The International Journal of Testing (IJT) is dedicated to the advancement of theory, research, and practice in the area of testing and assessment in psychology, education, counseling, organizational behavior, human resource management, and related disciplines. IJT publishes original articles addressing theoretical issues, methodological approaches, and empirical research as well as integrative and interdisciplinary reviews of testing-related topics and reports of current testing practices. All papers will be peer-reviewed and should be of interest to an international audience. Examples of topics appropriate for IJT include: (a) new perspectives in test development and validation; (b) issues concerning the qualification and training of test users and test developers; (c) recent trends in testing and measurement arising in a particular field or discipline; (d) comparisons of national/regional differences in test practices; (e) methods and procedures in adapting tests for use in new languages or cultural groups; (f) international assessment projects or other international studies in which testing constitutes an essential element; (g) testing in culturally and/or linguistically heterogeneous populations; and (h) internationalization of testing (e.g., personnel selection for global organizations, Internet applications, and international copyrights of tests and test adaptations). In addition to regular articles, short communications on topics relevant to an international audience will be considered for publication in IJT. Substantive comments on articles previously published in IJT will also be considered and the authors of the original article will have an opportunity to reply. Announcements of activities (e.g., conferences, symposia, and training workshops) in the area of testing and measurement are welcomed. Reviews of books and software relevant to testing and measurement as well as reviews of widely used tests will appear regularly in the journal. Reviews should be descriptive and evaluative; comparative reviews are encouraged.

It is important when submitting articles to IJT to consider the messages for international readers; to place the context of the study into an international perspective; to indicate ways that assessment or testing ideas can be adapted or generalized across borders; to focus more on the construct than on the method when discussing validation studies; to discuss applications that have universal messages; to relate to ITC guidelines for adaptation; or to discuss equitable assessment practices that transcend borders or demonstrate uniqueness within a country. Another consideration could be to include a wide profile of authors across countries. Most important is to ensure quality of the ideas and their appeal to international readers of testing issues. If English is not the first language of the authors, the editorial team would be pleased to assist with matters of style.

Audience

Scholars, professionals, and graduate students interested in test development and test use. Practitioners conducting assessments of human behavior in psychology, education, counseling, organizational behavior, personnel selection, human resource management, and related disciplines.

Submission of Manuscripts

International Journal of Testing receives all manuscript submissions electronically via their ScholarOne Manuscripts website located at: http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/HIJT.  ScholarOne Manuscripts allows for rapid submission of original and revised manuscripts, as well as facilitating the review process and internal communication between authors, editors and reviewers via a web-based platform. For ScholarOne Manuscripts technical support, you may contact them by e-mail or phone support via http://scholarone.com/services/support/ . If you have any other requests please contact the journal sireci@acad.umass.edu.

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.

Once accepted for publication, manuscripts must be prepared according to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th edition). All parts of the manuscript should be typewritten, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. MSWord or WordPerfect files are preferred. On the first page, indicate the full title of the article, a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces, submission date, and the author(s) names(s), affiliation(s), and complete mailing addresses. Each article should be summarized in an abstract of not more than 100 words, and a maximum of six key words. Number manuscript pages consecutively throughout the paper. Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text in the abstract.

All articles appearing in IJT are peer-reviewed in a blind reviewing system. The second page of the manuscript, therefore, should omit the authors' names and affiliations but should include the title of the manuscript, running head, and submission date. Footnotes containing information pertaining to the authors' identitites or affiliations should be placed on separate pages. Every effort should be made by authors too see that the manuscript itself contains no clues to their identities.

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 and double-spaced.

Illustrations

Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be 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 their printing and publication. The charge for the first page with color is $900.00. The next three pages with color are $450.00 each. A custom quote will be provided for color art totaling more than 4 journal pages. Good-quality color prints or files should be provided in their final size. The publisher has the right to refuse publication of color prints deemed unacceptable.

References

Manuscripts must conform to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (5th edition).

Journal: Brierly D. (2007). Emotional memory for words: Separating content and context. Cognition & Emotion, 21(3), 495-521.

Book: Smith, E., & Mackie, D. (2000). Social psychology. Philadelphia: Psychology Press.

Contribution to a Book: Tanner, W. P., & Swets, J. A. (2001). A decision-making theory of visual detection. In S. Yantis (Ed.), Visual perception (pp. 48-55). Philadelphia: Psychology Press.

Proofs and Reprints

Page proofs are sent to the designated corresponding author using Taylor & Francis' EProof system. They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt. 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.