Journal of Interactive Media in Education
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Inclusivity in Educational Media Innovation
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Innovative Learning Approaches:
The journal emphasizes research on innovative pedagogical approaches, particularly those integrating technology and interactive media to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. - Accessibility and Inclusivity in Education:
A core area of focus is understanding and improving accessibility in educational technologies, ensuring that diverse learner needs are met, and promoting equitable access to learning resources. - Professional Development for Educators:
The journal highlights the importance of ongoing professional development for educators in the context of digital transformation, exploring how educators can adapt to and utilize new technologies effectively. - Impact of Social Media and Digital Communities:
Research on the role of social media and digital communities in education is a consistent theme, examining how these platforms can enhance collaboration, engagement, and identity formation among learners and educators. - Open Education and Learning at Scale:
The journal also focuses on open educational practices and the scalability of learning through MOOCs and other online platforms, analyzing their impact on educational systems and individual learning experiences.
Trending and Emerging
- MOOCs and Learning at Scale:
Research on MOOCs continues to grow, with a focus on understanding their impact on learner engagement, accessibility, and the overall landscape of higher education, as well as their legacy and future potential. - Digital Wellbeing and Mental Health:
There is an increasing emphasis on the intersection of technology and mental health, exploring how digital tools can support positive learner identities and enhance student wellbeing in technology-enhanced learning environments. - Critical Media Literacy:
Emerging research on critical media literacy highlights the importance of equipping learners with skills to navigate and analyze information in digital contexts, particularly in response to the rise of misinformation. - Hybrid and Flexible Learning Models:
The trend towards hybrid and flexible learning models is gaining traction, with research focusing on student agency, self-regulated learning, and the effectiveness of blended learning environments. - Equity and Access in Education:
There is a strong focus on equity and access issues, particularly in low-resource contexts, emphasizing the need to address barriers to learning and promote inclusive practices in digital education.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Classroom Practices:
Research focusing on traditional, non-digital classroom practices is becoming less frequent as the emphasis shifts towards innovative and technology-enhanced learning environments. - Static Educational Resources:
There is a notable decline in studies centered on static educational resources, such as traditional textbooks, as more research highlights the need for interactive, adaptive, and engaging learning materials. - Generalized Educational Research:
The scope of generalized educational research that lacks a specific focus on technology integration or interactive media is diminishing, with a growing preference for research that addresses specific technological applications in education. - Conventional Assessment Methods:
Research on conventional assessment methods is waning as the journal increasingly prioritizes studies that explore alternative and innovative assessment strategies in digital and hybrid learning environments. - Limited Scope of Microcredentials:
While microcredentials were once a hot topic, the focus on their limited application and impact is decreasing, as more emphasis is placed on broader frameworks for professional development and lifelong learning.
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