Journal of Applied Social Science
| James Lee | San José State University, USA |
Social Change & Modernization | Sociology | Sociology of Organizations, Institutions & Structure
The Journal of Applied Social Science publishes research articles, essays, research reports, teaching notes, and book reviews on a wide range of topics of interest to the sociological practitioner. Specifically, we encourage submission of manuscripts that, in a concrete way, apply social science or critically reflect on the application of social science.
This journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
The Journal of Applied Social Science publishes research articles, essays, research reports, teaching notes, and book reviews on a wide range of topics of interest to the social science practitioner. Specifically, we encourage submission of manuscripts that, in a concrete way, apply social science or critically reflect on the application of social science. Authors must address how they either improved a social condition or propose to do so, based on social science research.
We offer the following categories and formats as guides:
Application-Oriented Research
This article details the development, implementation, and evaluation of a social science application. The goal: Provide readers with concrete examples of, and practical information on, applications to inform future implementations and applications.
Reflection on Process
This article provides first-person reflection and/or critique on how we apply social science knowledge. The format is more creative. The goal: Spark discussion and debate, inspire future work in our discipline.
Engaged Scholarship
This article provides social scientific insights, interpretations of findings, concepts, etc., that can improve understanding of social processes and increase the likelihood of the reader being able to improve communications, professional outcomes, and interactions. The goal: Translate social science knowledge into action steps.
Application of Theory and Method
This article discusses how to effect social change by 1) applying a social science concept/theory/method; 2) assisting organizations; 3) empowering research or consulting; or 4) working on other relevant activities. It includes a definition, an example, and then discussion of how it could be (or has been) applied in a social setting. The goal: Generate new applications of social science tools more broadly.
Teaching Practice
This article describes best practices in informing audiences about applied social science. The goal: Improve teaching of applied social science.
| Miriam Boeri | Bentley University, USA |
| John Glass | Collin College, USA |
| Tina Quartaroli | Future Age Consulting Inc, USA |
| Jay Weinstein | University of North Florida, USA |
| Audwin L. Anderson | Texas State University, USA |
| Nicole Carr | University of South Alabama, USA |
| David Cooper | University of Cape Town, South Africa |
| Corey W. Dolgon | Stonehill College, USA |
| Alberto Gasparini | University of Trieste, Italy |
| Lindy Hern | University of Hawai'i at Hilo, USA |
| Pamela Jenkins | University of New Orleans, Lakefront-New Orleans |
| Sandra Joy | Rowan University, USA |
| Steve Kroll-Smith | University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA |
| Roger A. Straus | Blackstone Group, USA |
| Trina Smith | Georgia Southern University, USA |
| Kristine Ajrouch | Eastern Michigan University, USA |
| Gary C. David | Bentley University, USA |
| Marv Finkelstein | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville |
| Craig J. Forsyth | University of Louisiana, Lafayette |
| Bruce Friesen | University of Tampa, USA |
| James Hougland | University of Kentucky, USA |
| John Lynxwiler | Central Florida University, USA |
| Lubomir Popov | Bowling Green State University, USA |
| Karen Albright | University of Denver, USA |
| Jawad Fatayer | An-Najah National University, Nablus- Palestine, Israel |
| Susan Holsapple | Private Practice |
| Ragnvald Kalleberg | University of Oslo, Norway |
| Elizabeth "Libby" Larsen | California University of Pennsylvania |
| Ravi K. Perry | Mississippi State University, USA |
| Deborah L. Phelps | Fontbonne University, USA |
| Jason Rivera | Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey – Camden, USA |
| Jason Samerau | University of Tampa, USA |
| Kathy Stolley | Virginia Wesleyan College, USA |
| Fatos Tarifa | University of New York Tirana, Albania |
All new manuscripts to JASS must be submitted using the SAGE Track manuscript submission website. Please read below for instructions on submitting manuscripts to JASS.
Log onto the SAGE Track manuscript submission website at http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jass and click on “Create Account: New users click here.”
Follow the instructions and make sure to enter your current and correct email address. Once you have finished creating a user account, your User ID and Password will be sent via email.
Submission of a New Manuscript
Log onto the manuscript central website and select “Author Center.” Once at the Author Center, select the link “Click here to Submit a New Manuscript.” Follow the instructions on each page. Once finished with a page, click on the “Save and Continue” option at the end of each page. Continue to follow the instructions for loading a new manuscript and/or other files at the appropriate stages (e.g., abstract, title page, etc.). When loading the manuscript file, make sure to use the “Browse” function and locate the correct file on your computer drive. Make sure to “Upload Files” when you are finished selecting the manuscript file you wish to upload. NOTE: All text files must be in word format and de-identified (please also remove any identifying information from the manuscript’s properties before you upload the manuscript). The system will convert the submission to a PDF file.
After uploading your manuscript, review your submission in one of the provided formats (e.g., PDF). Once you have reviewed your submission, click on the “Submit” button. You should receive a submission confirmation screen and an email confirming submission. You can revisit the website at any time to review the status of your submission.
Submission of a Revised Manuscript
To submit a revised manuscript to JASS, log onto the SAGE Track manuscript submission website at http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/jass. Once at your Author Dashboard, view your “Manuscripts with Decisions” and select the option to “Create a Revision.” Continue to follow the directions to upload your revised manuscript. Make sure to upload a de-identified version of your revision as with the initial submission. Also provide comments regarding changes that were made to your revised manuscript. These comments will be provided to reviewers.
Submission of a manuscript implies commitment to publish in the journal; simultaneous submissions are not acceptable.
All copy should be typed, double-spaced, and should follow the style of the American Sociological Association Style Guide (4th ed.). Notes and references should appear at the end of the manuscript. Each manuscript should include a brief abstract of 100-150 words describing the subject, general approach, intended purpose of the article, and findings; also include 4-5 keywords for indexing and online searching. Ordinarily, articles should be less than 35 pages in length. However, research notes should not exceed 15 pages. Please note that the number of tables and figures mentioned in the text should be submitted along with the manuscript. Tables should be in editable format.
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Supplemental Materials
This journal is able to host additional materials online (e.g. datasets, podcasts, videos, images etc) alongside the full-text of the article. For more information, please refer to our guidelines on submitting supplementary files.