JOURNAL OF MORAL EDUCATION
Scope & Guideline
Advancing the Ethics of Education
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Moral Development Theories:
The journal consistently engages with various theories of moral development, including virtue ethics and character education, to understand how these frameworks can be applied in educational settings. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
It emphasizes interdisciplinary research, incorporating insights from sociology, psychology, philosophy, and education to create a more holistic understanding of moral education. - Practical Applications in Education:
The journal focuses on the practical implications of moral education theories, providing educators with strategies and frameworks for implementing moral education in curricula. - Social Justice and Equity:
A significant theme is the exploration of social justice and equity in moral education, addressing how education can contribute to a more just society through the development of moral reasoning. - Character Education:
The journal has a strong focus on character education, examining various models and practices that aim to cultivate virtues and moral behaviors in students.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Justice and Education:
Recent publications frequently address the intersection of climate change and moral education, emphasizing the importance of teaching students about environmental ethics and social responsibility. - Technology in Moral Education:
There is an increasing focus on the role of technology, such as virtual reality and AI, in shaping moral education, exploring both the opportunities and ethical dilemmas presented by these advancements. - Intergenerational Dialogue and Moral Complexity:
Emerging themes include the importance of intergenerational dialogue in addressing moral complexities, particularly in relation to issues like climate change and social justice. - Empathy and Emotional Intelligence:
Research on empathy, emotional intelligence, and their role in moral education is gaining prominence, reflecting a growing recognition of their importance in fostering moral reasoning and behavior. - Cultural and Contextual Relevance:
There is a trend towards exploring moral education within diverse cultural contexts, recognizing the need for approaches that resonate with specific community values and experiences.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Moral Philosophy:
There seems to be a waning interest in purely traditional moral philosophy discussions, as the journal shifts towards more empirical and practical applications of moral education. - Universalist Ethical Frameworks:
The focus on universalist ethical frameworks is less prevalent, with more attention now being given to context-specific and culturally relevant approaches to moral education. - Historical Perspectives on Moral Education:
There is a noticeable decline in studies centering on historical perspectives of moral education, as contemporary issues and practices take precedence in recent publications.
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