Journal of Transformative Education
Scope & Guideline
Inspiring Progress in Educational Practices
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Transformative Learning Theory:
The journal emphasizes research rooted in transformative learning theory, which examines how individuals change their perspectives and assumptions through educational experiences. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
It promotes interdisciplinary research that connects transformative learning to various fields such as social justice, sustainability, and arts-based education, thereby enriching the discourse around educational transformation. - Qualitative Research Methodologies:
The journal often features qualitative studies that provide in-depth insights into the transformative learning experiences of individuals and groups, emphasizing personal narratives and reflective practices. - Cultural and Contextual Relevance:
A strong focus on cultural and contextual factors in transformative learning, exploring how different environments influence learning outcomes and personal growth. - Emphasis on Critical Pedagogy:
The journal highlights critical pedagogy as a framework for fostering empowerment and agency among learners, particularly in addressing social inequities.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainability and Transformative Education:
There is a significant increase in research that connects transformative learning with sustainability, emphasizing education's role in fostering responsible global citizenship and environmental stewardship. - Critical and Social Imagination:
Emerging themes around critical and social imagination highlight the importance of creativity and critical thinking in transformative education, particularly in addressing social justice issues. - Arts-Based and Experiential Learning:
The journal is increasingly publishing works that explore arts-based approaches and experiential learning as effective means of facilitating transformative experiences. - Impact of Global Crises on Learning:
Recent studies examine how global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, influence transformative learning processes, showcasing resilience and adaptability in educational practices. - Cross-Cultural and International Perspectives:
An increasing number of papers focus on cross-cultural and international educational experiences, reflecting the journal's commitment to exploring diverse contexts in transformative learning.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Educational Paradigms:
There is a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on conventional educational paradigms, as the journal shifts towards more innovative and transformative approaches. - Narrowly Defined Learning Outcomes:
Research that emphasizes rigid or narrowly defined learning outcomes is less frequent, indicating a move towards more holistic and experiential learning frameworks. - Focus on Purely Theoretical Discussions:
The journal appears to be moving away from articles that discuss transformative learning theory in isolation, favoring those that integrate theory with practical applications and real-world contexts. - Static Models of Learning Assessment:
There is a decrease in works that rely on static or traditional models of assessment, as the journal embraces more dynamic and participatory assessment methods. - Homogeneous Educational Contexts:
Research focusing on homogeneous educational contexts is less common, reflecting a growing interest in diverse and multicultural educational experiences.
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