Arts and Humanities in Higher Education
Scope & Guideline
Shaping Futures Through Arts and Humanities Scholarship
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Pedagogy:
The journal emphasizes innovative teaching methodologies that integrate arts and humanities into broader educational contexts, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration. - Employability and Skills Development:
A significant focus is placed on understanding and enhancing the employability of graduates from arts and humanities disciplines, examining how educational practices can better equip students for the job market. - Decolonization and Inclusivity:
The journal addresses issues of decolonization in higher education, exploring how curricula can be more inclusive and representative of diverse perspectives and histories. - Creative Practices in Education:
Research on the incorporation of creative practices within educational settings is a core area, investigating how creativity can enhance learning and engagement among students. - Impact of Technology and Digital Scholarship:
The journal examines the role of digital tools and scholarship in the arts and humanities, considering how technology can innovate teaching and learning experiences.
Trending and Emerging
- Collaborative Learning and Co-Creation:
There is an increasing emphasis on collaborative learning experiences and co-creation between students and educators, reflecting a trend towards participatory pedagogy that values student voice and engagement. - Impact of Precarity on Learning:
Emerging discussions around the impact of economic precarity on students' learning experiences are becoming more prevalent, highlighting the need for supportive structures in higher education. - Interdisciplinary and Global Perspectives:
Research that incorporates interdisciplinary approaches and global perspectives is gaining traction, expanding the dialogue around how arts and humanities can address diverse cultural and social issues. - Focus on Mental Health and Well-being:
There is a growing trend towards exploring mental health and well-being within the context of arts and humanities education, recognizing the importance of emotional support in academic settings. - Innovative Assessment Practices:
New methodologies in assessment, particularly those that resonate with creative and experiential learning, are increasingly being explored, indicating a shift towards more holistic evaluation approaches.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Canonical Studies:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focused on traditional canonical texts and historical perspectives, suggesting a shift towards more contemporary and inclusive approaches in the curriculum. - Theoretical Frameworks in Isolation:
Research that employs theoretical frameworks without practical application or connection to pedagogy appears to be declining, as the journal increasingly favors studies that bridge theory with teaching practices. - Static Curriculum Models:
Papers advocating for static or unchanging curriculum models are less frequently published, indicating a growing recognition of the need for dynamic and adaptable educational practices in response to societal changes.
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