Panta Rei-Digital Journal of History and Didactics of History
Scope & Guideline
Fostering innovative didactics in historical education.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to History Education:
The journal emphasizes the integration of various disciplines, such as archaeology, sociology, and political science, into historical study and teaching methodologies. - Focus on Historical Thinking and Critical Skills:
It promotes the development of historical thinking skills among educators and students, fostering critical engagement with historical narratives and sources. - Exploration of Cultural Heritage and Memory:
The journal investigates how cultural heritage and collective memory shape historical understanding and teaching practices, particularly in diverse and conflict-affected contexts. - Innovative Didactic Strategies:
There is a consistent focus on innovative teaching methods, including the use of digital tools, role-playing, and dialogical approaches to enhance history education. - Comparative Studies in Historical Education:
The journal publishes comparative studies that evaluate different educational contexts and pedagogical strategies across various countries and cultures.
Trending and Emerging
- Teaching Recent Historical Conflicts:
There is a growing emphasis on teaching recent historical conflicts, highlighting the importance of understanding contemporary issues through historical lenses, which is crucial for developing critical citizenship. - Intersections of History, Gender, and Power:
Emerging themes focus on the relationships between history, gender, and power dynamics, indicating a shift towards inclusivity and representation in historical narratives and education. - Digital Humanities and History Education:
The integration of digital tools and methodologies in teaching history has gained traction, with research exploring how technology can enhance engagement and learning outcomes in history classrooms. - Decolonization of Historical Narratives:
An increasing number of studies are addressing the decolonization of history education, reflecting a broader movement to challenge Eurocentric narratives and incorporate diverse perspectives. - Lifelong Learning in Historical Contexts:
The journal is trending towards themes of lifelong learning and the continuous development of historical thinking skills among educators, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in teaching practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on traditional historical narratives without a pedagogical angle, indicating a shift towards more interactive and critical approaches to history. - Purely Theoretical Historical Frameworks:
Research that purely discusses theoretical frameworks without practical application in teaching contexts appears to have waned, as the journal increasingly favors studies with direct implications for educators. - Focus on Prehistoric or Ancient History in Isolation:
While ancient history remains a topic of interest, there seems to be a reduction in articles that do not connect these topics to contemporary educational practices or current societal issues. - Single-Country Studies Without Comparative Elements:
The publication of studies that focus exclusively on a single country’s history education without comparative analysis has decreased, suggesting a preference for broader, global perspectives. - Emphasis on Non-Didactic Historical Research:
There is a diminishing presence of research that does not directly relate to didactics or teaching practices, as the journal continues to prioritize contributions that enhance educational methodologies.
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