Prisma Social
Scope & Guideline
Exploring innovative insights in communication and education.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Socio-Educational Interventions:
The journal focuses on innovative socio-educational interventions aimed at addressing social issues, particularly in marginalized communities. It explores methodologies that enhance educational practices and community engagement. - Digital Transformation in Education:
Prisma Social highlights the impact of digital tools and technologies on educational practices and social services, examining how these innovations can improve access and inclusivity. - Social Justice and Inclusion:
A core aim of the journal is to promote social justice and inclusion, particularly for vulnerable populations, through research that informs policy and practice in social work and education. - Community Development and Participation:
The journal emphasizes participatory approaches in community development, focusing on how local initiatives can foster social cohesion and empower citizens. - Gender Studies and Social Issues:
Prisma Social addresses critical social issues through the lens of gender studies, examining the intersectionality of gender with other social factors in various contexts. - Solidarity Economy and Social Innovation:
The journal explores the role of solidarity economy and social innovation as strategies for addressing economic and social inequalities.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Citizenship and Inclusion:
There is a growing emphasis on digital citizenship, particularly regarding how digital tools can enhance the participation and inclusion of marginalized groups in society. - Impact of COVID-19 on Social Dynamics:
Research related to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on social dynamics, mental health, and community resilience is increasingly prevalent, reflecting a need for understanding these ongoing challenges. - Gender-Based Violence and Advocacy:
An emerging focus on gender-based violence, advocacy, and intervention strategies highlights the journal's commitment to addressing pressing social justice issues. - Participatory Budgeting and Citizen Engagement:
The trend towards participatory budgeting and citizen engagement in local governance is on the rise, demonstrating a shift towards more democratic and inclusive decision-making processes. - Intergenerational Learning and Solidarity:
Research on intergenerational learning and solidarity practices is gaining traction, emphasizing the importance of community bonds across different age groups. - Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship:
The exploration of social innovation and entrepreneurship as tools for addressing social issues is becoming more prominent, reflecting a shift towards practical solutions that empower communities.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Analysis:
Research focusing on traditional media's role in social discourse has decreased, possibly due to the rise of digital platforms and social media as primary sources of information. - Generalized Educational Practices:
There is a waning interest in broad educational practices without a specific focus on socio-educational impact or technological integration, as the field increasingly emphasizes targeted, evidence-based interventions. - Historical Contextualization of Social Issues:
Research that primarily contextualizes historical social issues without connecting them to current trends or solutions is less frequently published, as the journal seeks more actionable insights. - Purely Theoretical Frameworks:
There is a noticeable decline in articles that focus solely on theoretical frameworks without empirical evidence or practical applications, as the journal prioritizes research with tangible outcomes. - Non-Participatory Research Methods:
The use of non-participatory research methods has decreased, reflecting a broader trend towards more inclusive and participatory approaches in social research.
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