Author Guidelines for ASLL Columns

To submit a column or article to be published in the ASLL Columns section of the ASLL website which features different kinds of online, there are several steps to follow:

1. Consider a topic you would like to suggest to ASLL Columns, and think about how this topic relates to current issues with regards to Arabic speech, language, and reading. Proposed topics may include those dealing with assessment, treatment, family issues, professional issues, student issues, reading issues, etc.
2.   Complete and submit the ASLL Columns Proposal Form which will be reviewed by the ASLL editorial committee. The proposal will then be accepted as is or the committee may request a revision.
3. Columns can be submitted in Arabic or English. Also submissions should include keywords and target audience.

Writing Guidelines for ASLL Columns

1. The subject matter of the article should be entertaining and appealing, while also adding real-world advice or information for readers. ASLL is a network serving  professionals, students, and families. So, the article should be written with each of those broader groups in mind.
2. ASLL emphasizes the readability of what will be added to the ASLL Columns section of the website. Thus:

o   Be concise, avoid using complex words, technical terms, and limit the use of acronyms.

o   Please provide a title for the article that will grab the reader’s attention.

o   One writer per topic is preferred.

3. Do not submit articles that recommend or promote a specific product, device, clinical tool or clinical service.  
4. Articles that report on unpublished research or strive or to establish treatment efficacy should be submitted to scholarly journals and not ASLL.

Types of Articles to be submitted

1. Personal Experience Column:

Personal Columns are short, 500-600 words, and are written in an informal style. These articles are written as your point of view of subjects that are of interest to your peers and include real experiences and useful information based on your expertise. It is preferable to use an active voice and personal stories in order to engage readers. Topics may include, how to keep clients involved during therapy sessions, and/or other practical ethical and workplace solutions.

2. Clinical Viewpoints Column:

This Column may include a case study, or an interesting technical information related to a clinical aspect in the field of speech, language and reading. Information provided in this type of article may include, findings from recent studies or information about the topic or clinical issue related to the topic.  Maximum 1,000 words.

This type of article should be a sort of guide for the readers as to what to do with the information you have provided. Practical guidance as to treatment strategies based on the information can be offered, as well as, resources for more specific information. And finally, how the reader may use the information provided in daily academic or clinical tasks.

3. Research Synopsis Column:

This column will include most recent research findings that are of practical value or relevance for families and clinicians. Information provided in this type of article may include, findings from recent studies or information about the topic or clinical issue related to the topic. This column can include summaries of theses that are of relevance to clinicians and families. Maximum 1,000 words.

References:

For Clinical Viewpoints and Research Synopsis articles, it is preferable that you submit a list of references if specific scholarly articles are cited. All sources should be formatted in accordance with APA style.