Brock Education-A Journal of Educational Research and Practice
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Future of Learning Through Research and Practice
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Educational Research:
The journal promotes research that integrates various disciplines, aiming to provide comprehensive insights into educational practices and policies. - Focus on Technology in Education:
A significant emphasis is placed on the impact of technological advancements, particularly artificial intelligence, on educational methodologies and learning environments. - Cultural Competence and Inclusion:
Research addressing cultural responsiveness, inclusion, and equity in educational contexts is a core focus, ensuring diverse voices and experiences are represented. - Sustainability and Environmental Education:
The journal highlights the importance of sustainability in education, exploring pedagogies that incorporate environmental awareness and responsibility. - Innovative Pedagogical Practices:
There is a consistent interest in exploring and reporting on innovative teaching methods and their effectiveness in enhancing student learning and engagement. - Academic Identity and Writing:
The journal examines the evolving nature of academic identity and the practices surrounding scholarly writing, fostering a deeper understanding of the academic landscape.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence in Education:
A prominent trend is the exploration of AI's role in education, encompassing both its potential benefits and challenges, reflecting a growing interest in technology's impact on learning. - Academic Integrity in the Digital Age:
There is an increasing focus on how digital tools affect academic integrity, emphasizing the need for new frameworks and policies to guide student behavior in technology-rich environments. - Cultural Competence and Indigenous Education:
Research highlighting cultural competence and the integration of Indigenous perspectives in education is gaining momentum, fostering a more inclusive understanding of teaching practices. - Student Well-Being and Mental Health:
Emerging studies are prioritizing student well-being, examining how educational environments can better support mental health and emotional resilience among learners. - Innovative Writing and Research Methodologies:
There is a notable interest in innovative approaches to academic writing and research, such as autoethnography and poetic inquiry, which challenge traditional scholarly conventions. - Sustainability Education and Global Citizenship:
The journal is increasingly addressing themes related to sustainability education, emphasizing the importance of preparing students for global citizenship and environmental stewardship.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Assessment Methods:
Research focusing on conventional assessment strategies is less prevalent, as the journal shifts towards exploring more formative and holistic approaches to evaluation. - Standardized Testing and Accountability:
There is a noticeable decline in discussions surrounding standardized testing practices, reflecting a broader critique of their relevance and effectiveness in modern education. - Historical Perspectives on Education:
Papers that primarily focus on historical analyses of educational practices are becoming less common, as the journal increasingly favors contemporary issues and forward-looking research. - Teacher-Centered Pedagogy:
Research emphasizing traditional, teacher-centered instructional methods has waned, giving way to studies advocating for student-centered and participatory learning experiences. - Narrowly Defined Subject Areas:
The journal is moving away from narrowly defined educational subjects, seeking instead to embrace broader, interdisciplinary approaches that reflect the complexities of education today.
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