Topics/Call for Papers

So, Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

I. Education: Pedagogy, Curriculum & Learning

• Innovations in Teaching & Learning:
  • Active learning strategies, project-based learning, inquiry-based approaches.
  • Personalized learning and adaptive education.
  • Competency-based education and future skills development.
  • Neuroscience of learning and its implications for pedagogy.
  • Outdoor, environmental, and experiential education.
• Curriculum Development & Reform:
  • Designing curricula for global citizenship, sustainability, and ethical literacy.
  • Interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary curriculum models.
  • Decolonizing the curriculum: incorporating diverse perspectives and knowledge systems.
  • Curriculum for social justice and equity.
• Educational Psychology & Student Development:
  • Social-emotional learning (SEL) and well-being in education.
  • Motivation, engagement, and self-regulated learning.
  • Cognitive development and learning theories across the lifespan.
  • Addressing learning disabilities and neurodiversity.
• Assessment & Evaluation:
  • Authentic assessment, formative assessment, and feedback strategies.
  • Measuring higher-order thinking skills and 21st-century competencies.
  • Ethical considerations in educational assessment.
• Teacher Education & Professional Development:
  • Preparing educators for diverse learners and evolving educational landscapes.
  • Continuous professional learning and reflective practice.
  • Teacher well-being and resilience.
• Higher Education Challenges & Transformations:
  • The future of universities: access, affordability, and relevance.
  • Research ethics and integrity in academic institutions.
  • Quality assurance and accreditation in higher education.
  • Internationalization of higher education.

II. Social Sciences: Society, Culture & Human Behavior

• Sociology & Anthropology:
  • Social inequality, stratification, and social mobility.
  • Globalization, migration, and cultural diversity.
  • Urban and rural sociology, community development.
  • Sociology of education: social influences on learning.
  • Digital sociology and the impact of technology on social structures.
  • Cultural practices, rituals, and their evolution.
• Psychology (Applied & Social):
  • Social psychology: group dynamics, prejudice, and social influence.
  • Developmental psychology across the lifespan.
  • Counseling, therapy, and mental health in diverse populations.
  • Psychology of education: cognitive processes in learning.
  • Environmental psychology: human-environment interactions.
• Political Science & International Relations:
  • Governance, democracy, and political participation.
  • Human rights, social justice, and civil liberties.
  • International conflict, peacebuilding, and diplomacy.
  • Policy analysis and public administration.
  • The politics of education.
• Economics & Development Studies:
  • Socio-economic inequalities and poverty reduction.
  • Sustainable development, green economy, and economic justice.
  • Behavioral economics in social policy.
  • Development education and its impact.
• Communication & Media Studies:
  • Digital literacy, media literacy, and misinformation.
  • Impact of social media on society, politics, and education.
  • Crisis communication and public discourse.
  • Rhetoric and persuasion in contemporary contexts.
• Geography & Human-Environment Interaction:
  • Environmental justice and sustainable resource management.
  • Urban geography and planning.
  • Human migration and displacement.
  • Geographical education and spatial thinking.

III. Humanities: Culture, History & Critical Thought

• Philosophy & Ethics:
  • Applied ethics: AI ethics, bioethics, environmental ethics, social ethics.
  • Philosophy of education: foundational theories and current debates.
  • Epistemology and the nature of knowledge in different disciplines.
  • Critical thinking, logic, and argumentation.
  • Existentialism, phenomenology, and their relevance to human experience.
• Literature & Languages:
  • Literary studies: narratives of identity, migration, conflict, and utopia/dystopia.
  • Linguistics: language acquisition, sociolinguistics, discourse analysis.
  • Bilingualism, multilingualism, and language education.
  • Translation and cross-cultural communication.
  • Digital literature and electronic texts.
• History & Memory Studies:
  • Historical consciousness and its role in civic education.
  • Public history, oral history, and community narratives.
  • Memory, trauma, and reconciliation in post-conflict societies.
  • Decolonizing history and challenging dominant narratives.
  • Environmental history and the human relationship with nature.
• Cultural Studies & Arts:
  • Popular culture, youth culture, and identity formation.
  • Cultural heritage: preservation, interpretation, and education.
  • Arts education: the role of creative expression in holistic development.
  • Visual culture, performance studies, and digital aesthetics.
  • Museum studies and informal learning environments.
• Religious Studies:
  • Religion, society, and public life.
  • Interfaith dialogue and religious literacy in diverse societies.
  • The role of religion in education.

IV. Intersections & Cross-Cutting Themes

• Digital Transformation in Education, Social Sciences & Humanities:
  • Educational technology (EdTech) and its impact on learning outcomes.
  • Digital humanities: methods, tools, and research.
  • Big data, AI, and machine learning in social science research.
  • Ethical implications of AI and technology in all three domains.
  • Cybersecurity and privacy in digital learning and research.
• Social Justice, Equity & Inclusion:
  • Addressing systemic inequalities in education and society.
  • Inclusive pedagogies and accessible learning environments.
  • Human rights education and advocacy.
  • Gender studies, LGBTQ+ studies, and intersectionality.
  • Disability studies and inclusive practices.
• Sustainability & Global Challenges:
  • Education for sustainable development (ESD).
  • Humanities and social sciences perspectives on climate change, poverty, and health crises.
  • The role of education in building resilient communities.
  • Environmental humanities.
• Research Methodologies & Ethics:
  • Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research.
  • Action research and participatory approaches.
  • Research ethics, data privacy, and intellectual property.
  • The role of interdisciplinary research in addressing complex problems.
• Policy & Practice:
  • Evidence-based policymaking in education and social welfare.
  • Translating research into practice.
  • Collaboration between academia, government, civil society, and industry.