Open Access Cases Manuscript Format (as on 10 October 2025)

This document contains the standardized manuscript template for Open Access Cases (OAC), designed for authors preparing case-study submissions for upcoming volumes. The file provides a complete structural framework, including mandatory sections such as Introduction, Background and Context, Problem Statement, Case Narrative/Analysis, Findings, Recommendations, Implementation Plan, and Conclusion. Placeholder text is included to guide formatting, section length, and narrative flow.

The template follows APA 7th edition citation guidelines and includes examples to ensure correct referencing. It also incorporates the OAC disclaimer and outlines Diamond Open Access principles, licensing terms (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0), and editorial expectations for case authors. This file serves as the official formatting and submission standard for all case studies published under the OAC initiative.