Aim and Scope

Aim and Scope

The Journal of Studies in Elementary Education (JSEE) aims to facilitate academic discussions and share research findings that integrate various disciplinary perspectives to improve teaching and learning practices in elementary education. With a strong focus on elementary education, JSEE invites studies that connect different fields of knowledge to enhance educational theory, policies, and classroom practices.

We welcome submissions in, but not limited to, the following areas:

1. Educational Theory and Policy in Elementary Education

  • Development of educational philosophy and transdisciplinary approaches in elementary education
  • Comparative and global education policies related to elementary schooling
  • Innovations in curriculum and instructional design for elementary students
  • Equity, diversity, and inclusion in elementary education

2. Teaching and Learning Innovations

  • Pedagogical models and teaching methods for elementary education
  • Integration of digital learning and educational technology in elementary schools
  • Active learning strategies and student engagement
  • Competency-based education and skill development for young learners

3. Assessment and Evaluation in Elementary Education

  • Effective assessment approaches in elementary learning
  • Development of measurement tools for elementary student competencies
  • The role of formative and summative assessment in elementary education
  • The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data in educational evaluation

4. Teacher Education and Professional Development

  • Multidisciplinary teacher training and certification for elementary educators
  • Continuous professional development for elementary school teachers
  • Leadership and management in elementary education institutions
  • Cross-disciplinary collaboration in teacher education and training

5. Educational Psychology and Learning Sciences in Elementary Education

  • Cognitive and social aspects of learning in elementary school settings
  • The role of motivation, emotions, and self-regulation in young learners
  • The connection between neuroscience and pedagogy in elementary education
  • Inclusive education strategies and support for children with special needs

6. STEM and Interdisciplinary Education in Elementary Schools

  • Integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in elementary education
  • Project-based and inquiry-based interdisciplinary learning for young students
  • The role of computational thinking across different subjects in elementary education
  • Ethnomathematics, ethnoscience, and cultural influences on elementary learning

7. Elementary Education in Social and Cultural Contexts

  • Education for sustainable development and environmental literacy in elementary schools
  • The impact of culture and local wisdom on elementary education practices
  • The role of media, literacy, and critical thinking in young learners' education
  • Education’s role in addressing global challenges at the elementary level

8. Elementary Education and Lifelong Learning

  • Innovations in elementary education and transdisciplinary research
  • School-community-government partnerships in elementary education
  • Distance learning and digital education strategies for elementary students
  • The impact of artificial intelligence on elementary education and its future

The Journal of Studies in Elementary Education (JSEE) is committed to publishing peer-reviewed research that contributes to the development of elementary education practice and theory. We encourage interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary submissions that offer new insights and solutions to current challenges in elementary education.

We invite researchers, educators, policymakers, and education practitioners from various backgrounds to contribute to JSEE and collectively advance knowledge and practice in elementary education.