Guidelines for Submitting Blog Posts

Focus

At 4D Math Alliance, we provide immediate and sustainable collaboration with teachers to develop mathematics literacy and confidence for all learners. In collaboration with educators, we work to ensure that all learners have access to equitable learning opportunities. Read more about our mission and vision (links to vision page).

4D Math Alliance welcomes contributions on topics related to mathematics and equitable teaching practices. 

Our audience includes students, parents, teachers, and school leaders, as well researchers interested in issues of math education in equitable settings. We seek to empower teachers to improve their craft and mathematical content knowledge. 

Audience & Writing Style

Our goal is to create content that is clear, concise, and free from jargon. Each article should present a well-defined position or perspective on a topic relevant to our audience.

• Standalone Submissions: Please submit your work as a standalone piece. If your article is part of a larger work or summarizes a journal article, include a link to the original publication.

• Previously Published Works: If your piece has already been published online, indicate this in your email and provide a link to the original source. Ensure you have permission from the original publishers for reproduction.

• Explore Our Topics: To understand the types of topics we cover, visit our blog (link to blog).

Referencing

• Use of Hyperlinks: Incorporate hyperlinks in your text to guide readers to online sources, especially for contentious claims. Limit your article to a maximum of 10 links.

• Non-Online Citations: If citing sources not available online, use the American Psychological Association (APA) style for references.

• Footnotes: Avoid footnotes by integrating material directly into the text.

Editing Process & Publication

• Review Process: Our 4D Math Alliance blog editors will review all submissions. If we are interested in your submission, we will contact you via email. Please allow a response time of 7-10 working days due to our small team.

• Editorial Feedback: Once approved, there may be a brief period of feedback to improve readability and accessibility. Any substantial changes will be shared with you for review before publication.

Length & Format

• Word Count: Submissions should be between 750-1,500 words. Exceptions are at the editors' discretion.

• Submission Format: Send your post as a Word document (.doc, .docx) or a Google document link. PDFs are not accepted.

• Images: If possible, include 1-2 high-quality images (JPEG/PNG/TIF) with captions, dates, and credits. Editors reserve the right to approve or dismiss accompanying images. We prefer original images that accurately represent the subject and context without perpetuating stereotypes.

• Title Requirements: Keep your title brief, ideally no more than 10 words and less than 100 characters. It should clearly communicate the topic and essence of your piece.

• Language and Structure: All submissions must be in English. Use bold section headers to organize and guide readers through your text.

Author Biography

Provide a short biography (maximum 100 words) to appear in the publication. Include your name, institutional affiliation, position, and the focus of your work. Optionally, include a link to your LinkedIn profile or professional website, and relevant social media handles.