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Contents
  1. Types of Submission & Scholarly Contributions 
  2. Author Guidelines 
  3. Peer Review Process
  4. Publication Ethics and Research Integrity
  5. Copyright & Permissions
  6. Access & Publication Model

For Authors

Why Publish with CAET
  • International, double-blind peer-reviewed journal
  • Indexed in Scopus (Q1)
  • Flexible publishing model (Open access or non-open access) 
  • Strong East–West and global perspective
  • Interdisciplinary platform spanning arts, therapy, education, and health
  • Welcomes research, scholarly reflection, creative inquiry, and practice-based contributions
  • Connected to the global IACAET ecosystem supporting research, education, professional development, conferences, credentialing initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Growing international readership and visibility
  • Active promotion of published articles through digital communication channels, conferences, webinars, and international scholarly and professional networks

Types of Submission & Scholarly Contributions

Creative Arts in Education and Therapy: Eastern and Western Perspectives (CAET) welcomes a wide range of scholarly, creative, practice-based, arts-based, and interdisciplinary contributions that advance dialogue and knowledge exchange across the fields of creative arts therapy, arts in health, arts education, embodiment, community practice, and related disciplines.
The journal particularly encourages submissions that foster intercultural and interdisciplinary perspectives, including East–West dialogue, embodied and experiential ways of knowing, and innovative approaches to research, artistic and creative practice, performance, community engagement, and education.
Authors are invited to submit manuscripts under one of the following categories.

1. Original Research Articles

Original Research Articles present empirical, theoretical-informed, or arts-based investigations that contribute new knowledge to the field.
Submissions may include: 
  • qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research;
  • arts-based or arts-informed research;
  • clinical, educational, or community-based studies;
  • participatory and embodied inquiry;
  • interdisciplinary or cross-cultural research;
  • research involving performance, artistic exhibitions, creative processes, or other forms of artistic expression.
Research involving human participants should clearly indicate ethical considerations and approval processes where applicable.
Suggested length: 5,000–7,000 words (including author bios and references)

2. Review Article

Review Articles critically examine and synthesize existing literature, theories, methodologies, or developments within relevant fields.
Submissions may include: 
  • literature reviews;
  • scoping reviews;
  • systematic reviews;
  • integrative or narrative reviews;
  • state-of-the-field analyses.
Review Articles should demonstrate critical insight and contribute to scholarly understanding and future directions of the field.
Suggested length: 5,000–7,000 words (including author bios and references)

3. Theoretical / Conceptual Article

Theoretical or Conceptual Articles explore philosophical, conceptual, cultural, or interdisciplinary perspectives relevant to the journal’s scope.
Submissions may address: 
  • theoretical framework development;
  • critical or reflective inquiry;
  • intercultural dialogue;
  • embodiment and phenomenology;
  • ethics, aesthetics, spirituality, or epistemology;
  • historical or contextual analyses.
CAET particularly welcomes contributions that bridge Eastern and Western perspectives and expand contemporary understandings of arts, health, therapy, education, and human development.
Suggested length: 4,000–7,000 words (including author bios and references)

4. Position Article

Position Articles present a well-reasoned and evidence-informed perspective on significant issues, challenges, developments, or future directions relevant to the fields of creative arts therapy, arts in health, arts education, embodiment, and related disciplines.
A Position Article goes beyond literature review or conceptual discussion by articulating a clear standpoint, argument, recommendation, or vision intended to stimulate scholarly dialogue, professional reflection, policy development, or field advancement.
Submissions may address: 
  • professional identity and field development;
  • education, training, and credentialing;
  • ethics and professional standards;
  • arts and health policy;
  • intercultural and international perspectives;
  • emerging trends and future directions;
  • advocacy and leadership issues;
  • responses to contemporary social, cultural, or global challenges.
Authors should clearly state their position, provide supporting evidence and rationale, acknowledge alternative perspectives where appropriate, and discuss implications for practice, research, education, or policy.
Position Articles may be authored by individuals, collaborative groups, professional committees, working groups, or organizations.
Suggested length: 3,000–6,000 words (including author bios and references)

5. Practice & Clinical Perspectives

This category welcomes practice-based contributions arising from clinical, educational, community, organizational, or arts-in-health settings.
Submissions may include: 
  • clinical reflections;
  • practice innovations; 
  • pedagogical approaches;
  • community arts initiatives;
  • supervision and training perspectives;
  • case-informed discussions;
  • program development and implementation.
Articles should include critical reflection and demonstrate relevance to professional practice and broader field development.
Suggested length: 3,000–6,000 words (including author bios and references)

6. Arts-Based & Creative Contributions

CAET welcomes innovative and multimodal forms of scholarly contribution that integrate artistic process, creative expression, and critical reflection.
Submissions may include:
  • visual essays;
  • poetic inquiry;
  • movement-based reflection;
  • performative or dialogical texts;
  • multimodal scholarship;
  • artist or practitioner reflections;
  • experimental and hybrid formats.
Creative submissions should include sufficient contextualization and reflective commentary to support scholarly engagement and accessibility for an international readership.
Suggested length: flexible depending on format

7. Book / Media Review

By invitation only
CAET publishes selected reviews of books, films, exhibitions, performances, digital media, and other relevant cultural or scholarly resources. This section may also include invited reports on significant conferences, symposia, webinars, and professional events that contribute to scholarly dialogue and the advancement of the journal's fields of interest.
Reviews and reports should offer thoughtful analysis and reflection rather than merely descriptive summaries, highlighting their significance for creative arts therapy, arts in education, arts in health, embodiment, and interdisciplinary practice.
This section is commissioned or accepted by invitation from the editorial team. Authors interested in contributing a review or report are encouraged to contact the editorial office with a proposal prior to submission.
Suggested length: 1,000–2,000 words (including author bios and references)

8. Editorial / Invited Contribution

This category includes editorials, invited essays, interviews, dialogues, keynote reflections, and special issue introductions commissioned or invited by the editorial team.
Authors interested in proposing an invited contribution are welcome to contact the editorial office prior to submission.

General Notes

  • All submissions should align with CAET's interdisciplinary and international scope;
  • CAET welcomes diverse research methodologies, forms of inquiry, and scholarly approaches appropriate to the subject and context of the contribution;
  • Academic, creative and practice-based contributions are welcomed;
  • Authors are encouraged to clearly indicate the type of submission when submitting.
Manuscripts derived directly from student theses or dissertations should be substantially revised and adapted to meet international journal standards prior to submission.

Author Guidelines

1. General Requirements & Author Declarations

Manuscripts submitted to Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (CAET) must meet the following requirements:
  • Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration elsewhere
  • Manuscripts should be written in clear, professional English
  • Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of content, references, and permissions
  • All submissions must comply with CAET’s Publication Ethics policies
By submitting a manuscript, authors also confirm that:
  • All authors have approved the submission and agree to its content 
  • The manuscript is original and not under consideration elsewhere
  • Ethics, compliance and standards for human subjects research have been followed 
  • Any conflicts of interest have been disclosed 
  • All necessary permissions for third-party materials (e.g., images, figures, copyrighted content) have been obtained
  • Any use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the research or writing process has been appropriately disclosed
In addition:
  • Authors acknowledge that, upon acceptance, they will be required to review and approve the final copyedited and typeset versions of their manuscript prior to publication
  • Authors agree to sign a formal publishing agreement granting CAET the right to publish the work


Submissions Derived from Theses and Dissertations

CAET welcomes scholarly manuscripts developed from master's theses or doctoral dissertations, provided they have been substantially revised and adapted to meet the journal's standards for originality, scholarly contribution, structure, and presentation.

A thesis or dissertation made publicly available through an institutional repository is not, in itself, considered prior journal publication. However, authors must disclose the origin of the manuscript and ensure that it does not substantially duplicate previously published journal articles.

For thesis- or dissertation-derived submissions, authors must:

  • Disclose the original thesis or dissertation title, awarding institution, degree level, and year of completion.

  • Provide a repository link or DOI, where publicly available.

  • Briefly explain how the submitted manuscript differs from the original thesis or dissertation.

  • Ensure appropriate acknowledgement of supervisors and other contributors, with authorship determined according to CAET's authorship criteria.

  • Confirm compliance with relevant research ethics, consent, copyright, and institutional requirements.

Such manuscripts are subject to CAET's standard editorial screening and peer-review procedures. Direct reproduction of thesis chapters without substantive adaptation is not acceptable.


2. Manuscript Structure

A typical manuscript should include:
Title Page (submitted separately)
  • Article title 
  • Author names and affiliations 
  • Corresponding author contact details
Main Manuscript (anonymous for review)
  • Title 
  • Abstract (150–250 words) 
  • Keywords (4–6) 
  • Main text 
  • References

Do not include author-identifying information in the main manuscript file

Download Manuscript Template (DOCX)

3. Word Count

Manuscripts should normally not exceed 7,000 words in total, including author biographies, references, appendices, and supplementary materials.

Suggested word ranges vary according to the type and format of the contribution. Authors should refer to the Types of Submission & Scholarly Contributions section for specific guidance on individual article categories.

4. Abstract & Keywords

  • Abstract should clearly summarize:
    • Purpose
    • Method (if applicable) 
    • Key findings or insights
  • Provide 4–6 keywords

5. Formatting & Style

  • Follow APA (7th edition) citation style 
  • Use a consistent format throughout 
  • Include DOI where available

6. References

  • Ensure all references are complete and accurate 
  • Use consistent citation style (APA 7) 
  • Include DOI where available

7. Figures, Tables & Media

  • Clearly label all figures and tables 
  • Refer to them in the text 
  • Provide high-resolution files
Example figure caption:
Figure 3. Authentic Movement Session. Photograph by Jane Smith (2025). Reproduced with permission of the photographer and participants.
Reuse of Images from Third-Party Sources
Authors must: 
  • Obtain necessary permissions 
  • Provide proper attribution

8. Author Information

Author Biography
Provide a short biography (50–100 words) for each author.
ORCID
Authors are encouraged to provide an ORCID iD to support accurate attribution, discoverability, and scholarly visibility.

9. Acknowledgements

Authors may acknowledge: 
  • Funding sources 
  • Institutional support 
  • Contributions from non-authors

10. AI Usage Policy

Authors must disclose the use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) in:
  • Writing 
  • Data analysis 
  • Image generation 
AI tools: 
  • Must be acknowledged 
  • Cannot be listed as authors

11. Submission Requirements

Authors should prepare:
  • Anonymous manuscript (for peer review) 
  • Title page (with author information)
  • Wordcount (including author bio, reference and supplementary materials) matching the type of article
Submit via:

12. Revision Process

If revisions are requested, authors should submit: 
  • A revised manuscript 
  • A response to reviewer comments (if applicable)

13. Ethics Compliance

Authors must ensure:
  • Original work 
  • Proper citation 
  • Ethical research conduct 
  • Disclosure of conflicts of interest

14. Copyright & Permissions

Authors are responsible for: 

15. Post-publication Policies

CAET maintains the integrity of the scholarly record through established practices: 
  • Article Retraction 
  • Erratum & Corrigendum 
  • Article Removal

Final Checklist

Before submission, please ensure: 
  • Manuscript follows CAET guidelines 
  • Word count is appropriate 
  • APA style is applied 
  • Figures and permissions are properly handled 
  • Ethics requirements are met

Peer Review Process

1. Overview

CAET operates a double-blind peer review process to ensure academic rigor, fairness, and integrity.
All submissions undergo an initial editorial screening (desk review). Manuscripts deemed suitable are sent for peer review by experts in the relevant field.
Research manuscripts are normally reviewed by at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. External reviewers are used wherever possible and appropriate.
Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and are independent of the authors.
Based on reviewers’ reports, the Editors make a decision: accept, revise, or reject.

2. Initial Editorial Screening

Upon submission, manuscripts are first reviewed by the editorial office to assess: 
  • Relevance to the journal’s scope 
  • Basic quality and clarity 
  • Compliance with submission guidelines
Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be returned to authors without external review.

3. Assignment to Editor

Eligible manuscripts are assigned to the Editor-in-Chief or a designated editor, who oversees the peer review process.

4. Peer Review

Manuscripts are typically evaluated by at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
Reviewers are invited to assess: 
  • Originality and contribution 
  • Methodological or conceptual rigor 
  • Clarity and coherence 
  • Relevance to the field

5. Review Outcomes

Based on reviewer feedback, the editorial decision may be: 
  • Accept 
  • Minor revisions 
  • Major revisions 
  • Reject
Authors will receive reviewer comments to support revisions where applicable.

6. Revision Process

Authors invited to revise their manuscripts should: 
  • Address all reviewer comments 
  • Provide a clear response to revisions (if requested)
Revised manuscripts may be returned to reviewers for further evaluation.

7. Final Decision

EEditorial decisions are made independently by the Editor-in-Chief and designated editors based on scholarly merit, reviewer feedback, ethical standards, and relevance to the journal scope.

8. Timeline (Indicative)

  • Initial screening: 1–2 weeks 
  • Peer review: 4–6 weeks 
  • Revision process: varies 
  • Final decision: approximately 6–10 weeks

9. Ethical Standards

The peer review process follows principles of: 
  • Confidentiality 
  • Fairness and impartiality 
  • Respectful and constructive feedback

10. Confidentiality

All submitted manuscripts are treated as confidential documents.
Reviewers are expected to: 
  • Not share or use unpublished material 
  • Maintain confidentiality throughout the process

11. Conflict of Interest

Editors and reviewers must declare any potential conflicts of interest.
Where conflicts arise, alternative reviewers or editors will be assigned.

12. Quality and Integrity

CAET is committed to maintaining high academic and professional standards in both research and practice-based contributions.
Interested in contributing as a reviewer?

Publication Ethics and Research Integrity

CAET is committed to the highest standards of publication ethics and research integrity, following the principles and guidance of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All submissions must comply with the journal's policies on authorship, research ethics, informed consent, protection of vulnerable populations, conflicts of interest, and responsible publication practices.

Please consult the journal's Publication Ethics & Research Integrity Policy before submitting your manuscript.

Copyright, Licensing & Permissions

1. Copyright Ownership

Upon acceptance for publication, authors are required to assign copyright in their accepted work to Inspirees International B.V., the publisher of Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (CAET). This enables the publisher to publish, distribute, preserve, archive, protect, and manage the official Version of Record in both print and digital formats.

As a condition of publication, copyright is assigned through the CAET Publishing Agreement. The publisher, in turn, grants authors broad rights to reuse their work for scholarly, educational, and non-commercial purposes, as outlined in the Author Reuse Rights section below.


2. Copyright Transfer Agreement

Following acceptance, the corresponding author will be asked to complete and sign a Publishing Agreement on behalf of all authors before the article proceeds to publication.
The agreement confirms that:
  • the submitted work is original and has not been published elsewhere (except where permitted by the journal's policies);
  • all authors have approved the submission and publication of the manuscript;
  • any necessary permissions for third-party material have been obtained;
  • the copyright transfer complies with the journal's publishing requirements.

3. Author Reuse Rights

Although copyright is transferred to the publisher, authors retain broad rights to use their published work for non-commercial scholarly and educational purposes, provided that the original publication in CAET is appropriately acknowledged.

Authors may:

  • use the article in teaching, lectures, workshops, and educational materials;
  • share the article with colleagues for personal scholarly use;
  • present the work at conferences, seminars, webinars, and other professional events;
  • include the article in a thesis, dissertation, or future book authored or edited by the author;
  • reuse figures, tables, and brief excerpts in future scholarly works with appropriate acknowledgement;
  • deposit permitted versions of the manuscript in accordance with the journal's Self-Archiving Policy.
Any reuse of the final published version should include the full CAET journal citation and DOI where available.


4. Self-Archiving & Institutional Repository Policy

CAET supports responsible scholarly sharing and dissemination. Authors may deposit the accepted manuscript version (post-peer review, prior to publisher typesetting) of their articles in institutional or non-commercial scholarly repositories, provided that:
  • Full citation to the published article is included;
  • The DOI link to the official CAET version is provided;
  • The deposited version clearly indicates that it is not the final published version.;
Publisher-formatted PDF versions may not be redistributed without explicit permission from the publisher.

5. Open Access and Archive Access (2018–2025)

In 2018, CAET transitioned from a subscription model to providing free and open access to its content.
As part of this transition, all previously published articles (including those from 2015–2018) were made openly accessible on the journal platform.
Unless otherwise indicated on the individual article, these articles are available for: 
  • Reading, downloading, and sharing for non-commercial scholarly purposes  
  • Use with proper attribution to the original publication in CAET 
However: 
  • The content may not be used for commercial purposes  
  • The content may not be modified, adapted, or translated without permission from the publisher   

6. Hybrid Publication Model

From the Winter 2026 issue onwards, CAET operates under a subscription and hybrid access model: 
  • Most articles are published under subscription access 
  • Selected articles may be published as Open Access 
For Open Access articles published under this model: 
  • Specific licensing terms (e.g., Creative Commons licenses) will be clearly indicated on the article 
  • These licenses define the permitted reuse and distribution conditions 

7. Permissions to Reproduce CAET Material

Requests to reproduce, translate, adapt, republish, distribute, or otherwise reuse material published in Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (CAET) (including text, figures, tables, images, and other published content) should be directed to the publisher.
Permission may be required for (including but not limited to):
  • reproduction in books, journals, or other publications;
  • translation or adaptation of published content;
  • commercial use or licensing;
  • distribution beyond personal, scholarly, or educational use;
  • other forms of reuse not permitted under applicable copyright law or licence terms.

Requests should clearly identify the material to be reused, the intended purpose, the proposed publication or distribution, and whether the intended use is commercial or non-commercial.

All requests are considered on a case-by-case basis, taking into account copyright ownership, applicable licensing conditions, and the nature of the proposed reuse. All approved reuse must include appropriate acknowledgement and citation of the original CAET publication.

8. Third-party Material

Authors are responsible for obtaining written permission to reproduce any copyrighted material owned by third parties before submission.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • figures;
  • tables;
  • photographs;
  • artwork;
  • illustrations;
  • musical notation;
  • substantial text extracts; and
  • other copyrighted materials.
All third-party material must be appropriately acknowledged, comply with applicable copyright law, and be accompanied by permission documentation where required.

9. Commercial Reuse

Commercial reproduction, redistribution, translation, licensing, or other commercial exploitation of CAET content requires prior written permission from Inspirees International B.V.
Additional permission fees or licence agreements may apply depending on the nature and scope of the proposed commercial use.

10. Disclaimer

The views and opinions expressed in articles published in Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (CAET) are those of the individual authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the editors, Editorial Board, Inspirees International B.V., or the International Association of Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (IACAET).

Responsibility for the accuracy, integrity, and content of published articles rests with the authors. The publisher and editors are not responsible for any misuse or unauthorized use of published content by third parties.

Contact for Permissions

Questions regarding copyright, licensing, permissions, or reuse of published material should be directed to the CAET Editorial Office or Inspirees International B.V. before reproducing or distributing any copyrighted content.
caet.journal@inspirees.com

Access & Publication Model

1. Overview

Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (CAET) is committed to supporting the dissemination of knowledge while ensuring the long-term sustainability of the journal.
The journal operates under an evolving access model that reflects both its history and future development.

2. Open Access (2015–2025)

All articles published between 2015 and 2025 are freely accessible online.
This open access period reflects CAET’s foundational commitment to global knowledge sharing and the development of the field.

3. Transition to A New Model (From 2026)

From 2026 onwards, CAET is transitioning to a subscription and hybrid access model.
This transition is intended to: 
  • Support the long-term sustainability of the journal 
  • Maintain high editorial and publication standards 
  • Enable continued development of the CAET platform and services

4. Subscription Access

Under the new model, access to full articles may be available through: 
  • Individual subscriptions 
  • Institutional subscriptions 
  • Partner organizations and platforms
Subscription details will be provided and updated on the journal website.

5. Hybrid Access Options

CAET may offer hybrid access options for selected articles.
Under this model: 
  • Some articles may be made openly accessible 
  • Others may be available through subscription
Specific conditions will be defined as the model develops.

6. IACAET Membership Access

Members of the International Association of Creative Arts in Education and Therapy (IACAET) may receive access to CAET content as part of their membership benefits.
This reflects the close relationship between CAET and the IACAET global community.

7. Author Fees

At present, CAET does not charge standard article processing fees (APC) for submission or publication.
Future publication models may include different options, which will be communicated transparently to authors.

8. Licensing

Licensing terms may vary depending on the publication model and access conditions.
Specific licensing details will be provided at the time of publication.

9. Archiving and Accessibility

CAET ensures long-term accessibility of its content through digital preservation services.
The journal participates in archiving initiatives such as Portico.

10. Future Development

CAET continues to evolve its access and publication model in response to: 
  • Developments in scholarly publishing 
  • The needs of its international community 
  • The integration of research, practice, and education
Updates to the model will be communicated through the journal website.

Contact

For inquiries regarding access, subscriptions, or publication policies:
caet.journal@inspirees.com
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