STUDIES IN PHILOSOPHY AND EDUCATION
Scope & Guideline
Transforming Educational Landscapes through Philosophical Inquiry
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Philosophical Foundations of Education:
Explores various philosophical traditions and their implications for education, including existentialism, pragmatism, phenomenology, and critical theory. - Ethics and Education:
Investigates ethical dilemmas in educational practices, emphasizing the moral responsibilities of educators and institutions in diverse contexts. - Critical Pedagogy and Social Justice:
Focuses on the role of education in promoting equity, inclusion, and social justice, examining how educational practices can challenge systemic inequalities. - Aesthetic and Sensory Pedagogy:
Emphasizes the significance of sensory experiences and aesthetic engagement in the learning process, exploring how these dimensions enrich educational practices. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Encourages interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from fields such as psychology, sociology, literature, and digital humanities into educational theory and practice. - Democratic Education:
Examines the principles of democracy in education, including student participation, deliberation, and the cultivation of democratic citizenship.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Pedagogy and Technology Integration:
A growing focus on the role of digital technologies in education, particularly discussions on how tools like AI and online learning platforms affect pedagogical practices and student engagement. - Global and Cross-Cultural Education:
An increasing interest in global perspectives and cross-cultural approaches to education, highlighting the importance of understanding diverse educational contexts and practices. - Emotional and Affective Dimensions of Learning:
Emerging themes that explore the emotional and affective aspects of education, emphasizing how feelings and relationships influence learning experiences. - Decolonization and Anti-Racist Education:
A notable rise in discussions around decolonizing educational practices and curricula, focusing on anti-racist pedagogies and the inclusion of marginalized voices in education. - Environmental and Ecological Education:
A trend towards integrating environmental issues into educational discourse, reflecting a growing awareness of sustainability and ecological responsibility in educational contexts. - Philosophy of Education in Crisis Contexts:
Emerging discussions on how education can respond to crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and the philosophical implications of these challenges for teaching and learning.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Educational Theories:
There has been a decline in articles focusing solely on classical educational theories without integrating contemporary issues or critiques, suggesting a move towards more relevant and context-sensitive discussions. - Standardized Assessment and Performance Metrics:
Research centered on traditional methods of assessment and performance evaluation has decreased, as the focus shifts to more holistic and formative approaches. - Teacher-Centered Pedagogy:
Themes emphasizing teacher-centered approaches to education are less prevalent, indicating a growing interest in student agency and participatory methods. - Historical Perspectives on Education:
While historical analysis remains important, there is a reduced frequency of papers solely focused on historical educational practices without connecting them to current issues. - Disciplinary Boundaries in Education:
The strict adherence to disciplinary boundaries in educational research is fading, as interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches gain traction.
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