SAGE Open
Scope & Guideline
Your Gateway to Pioneering Interdisciplinary Research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
Focuses on research that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, encouraging collaboration among various academic fields. - Empirical Studies:
Emphasizes evidence-based research, promoting studies that utilize quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods to generate insights. - Theoretical Advancements:
Seeks to publish papers that contribute to the development of new theories or the refinement of existing theories in social sciences and education. - Global Perspectives:
Encourages submissions that reflect diverse cultural, social, and economic contexts, particularly from underrepresented regions and communities. - Educational Innovations:
Explores innovative teaching and learning practices, especially in higher education, through research that informs pedagogical strategies.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Transformation in Education:
Research focusing on the integration of digital technologies in educational settings has surged, highlighting the importance of adapting to changing learning environments. - Mental Health Awareness:
There is a growing body of research addressing mental health issues, particularly in educational contexts, reflecting increased societal concern and the need for supportive interventions. - Sustainability and Environmental Studies:
Research addressing sustainability, environmental impacts, and climate change is on the rise, emphasizing the need for responsible practices in various sectors. - Social Media and Communication Studies:
The influence of social media on communication patterns, consumer behavior, and public opinion is a rapidly growing area of interest among researchers. - Equity and Inclusion in Education:
Emerging work is increasingly focused on issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion, particularly in educational settings, reflecting broader societal movements.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Educational Methods:
Research on conventional teaching methods has declined as there is a growing emphasis on innovative and technology-enhanced pedagogies. - Purely Theoretical Papers:
There has been a noticeable reduction in submissions that focus solely on theoretical discussions without empirical support, reflecting a preference for evidence-based research. - Narrowly Defined Cultural Studies:
Research specifically focused on isolated cultural phenomena without broader implications or interdisciplinary connections is becoming less prominent. - Local Context Studies:
Papers that do not address global or comparative perspectives may see decreased interest as the journal encourages more comprehensive studies. - Non-empirical Literature Reviews:
Submissions that do not contribute to new insights or findings, such as simple literature reviews lacking critical analysis, are less favored.
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