International Journal of Lifelong Education
Scope & Guideline
Navigating the Journey of Lifelong Education
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Lifelong Learning Policies and Practices:
The journal focuses on the development and effectiveness of policies and practices aimed at promoting lifelong learning across different educational systems and societal contexts. - Adult Learning and Education:
Research on adult learning theories, methods, and experiences is a core theme, examining how adults engage in learning throughout their lives, and addressing barriers and facilitators. - Social Justice and Equity in Education:
A consistent emphasis on social justice, equity, and inclusion within lifelong education, particularly for marginalized and disadvantaged groups, is evident in the journal's publications. - Digital Transformation and Technology in Education:
The journal explores the impact of digital technologies on lifelong learning, including online education, digital literacy, and the integration of technology into educational practices. - Cultural and Contextual Factors in Learning:
Understanding how cultural, social, and economic factors influence learning experiences and outcomes for diverse populations is a significant area of focus.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Digital Technologies:
A growing body of research focuses on the role of digital technologies in lifelong education, including online learning platforms, digital literacy initiatives, and the use of artificial intelligence in educational contexts. - Social Movements and Lifelong Learning:
The intersection of social movements and lifelong learning is increasingly explored, emphasizing how education can serve as a tool for social change and democratic engagement. - Mental Health and Well-being in Learning:
Emerging research highlights the importance of mental health and well-being in the context of lifelong learning, examining how educational experiences can affect learners' emotional and psychological states. - Sustainability Education:
Sustainability and environmental education are gaining traction, focusing on how lifelong learning can contribute to sustainable development goals and environmental awareness. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Learning:
An increasing trend towards interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from various fields, such as psychology, sociology, and technology, to better understand lifelong learning dynamics.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Adult Education Models:
There appears to be a decreased emphasis on traditional models of adult education, such as classroom-based learning, in favor of more innovative and flexible approaches that integrate technology and experiential learning. - Narrowly Defined Educational Outcomes:
Research focusing solely on narrowly defined educational outcomes, such as standardized testing and rigid assessments, is becoming less prevalent, as the journal shifts toward broader, holistic understandings of learning. - Homogeneous Learning Environments:
There is a declining focus on studies that assume homogeneous learning environments; instead, the journal increasingly highlights the importance of diversity and inclusivity in educational settings. - Static Views of Lifelong Learning:
The journal is moving away from static, unchanging definitions of lifelong learning, favoring dynamic perspectives that consider evolving contexts and learner experiences.
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