Aim & Scope

Aim and Scope

Multidisciplinary Journal of Emerging Needs of Curriculum (MJENC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to fostering scholarly discourse and research on the evolving landscape of curriculum development and implementation. The journal aims to provide a platform for researchers, educators, policymakers, and practitioners to share innovative ideas, empirical findings, and theoretical perspectives that address the pressing needs of contemporary curricula.

Specific Aims:

  • To advance the theoretical and methodological foundations of curriculum studies. The journal will encourage research that contributes to the development of new conceptual frameworks, methodologies, and research designs for studying curriculum.
  • To explore the intersection of curriculum with other disciplines. MJENC will publish articles that examine the relationships between curriculum and fields such as sociology, psychology, anthropology, philosophy, history, and technology.
  • To address the challenges and opportunities of curriculum innovation. The journal will focus on emerging trends, technological advancements, and societal changes that are shaping the curriculum landscape.
  • To promote critical reflection on curriculum policy and practice. MJENC will provide a space for discussions about the ethical, social, and political implications of curriculum decisions.
  • To foster international collaboration and knowledge exchange. The journal will publish articles from authors representing diverse cultural, geographical, and institutional contexts.

Scope:

MJENC will consider submissions on a wide range of topics related to curriculum, including:

  • Curriculum theory and philosophy
  • Curriculum design and development
  • Curriculum implementation and evaluation
  • Curriculum policy and politics
  • Comparative curriculum studies
  • Interdisciplinary curriculum
  • Technology in education
  • Global education
  • Social justice and equity in education
  • Professional development for teachers

Types of Contributions:

The journal welcomes the following types of submissions:

  • Original research articles: Empirical studies, theoretical analyses, and case studies that contribute to the field of curriculum studies.
  • Literature reviews: Comprehensive surveys of existing research on specific topics within the field of curriculum.
  • Conceptual papers: Articles that propose new ideas, theories, or frameworks for understanding curriculum.
  • Book reviews: Critical assessments of recent publications related to curriculum.
  • Commentary and opinion pieces: Short essays that offer perspectives on current issues in curriculum.

MJENC is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic quality and rigor. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer review process, ensuring that only the most innovative and significant contributions are published.