FOCUS AND SCOPE

Types of Manuscripts

JUPEIS: Journal of Education and Social Sciences publishes scholarly articles in the fields of education and social sciences based on original research and literature reviews. The journal accepts manuscripts written in Indonesian and English. JUPEIS is published four times a year, in January, March, July, and November.

1. Original Research Articles

Articles presenting original research findings in the fields of education and social sciences using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches. Manuscripts must clearly describe the research problem, appropriate methodology, research findings, discussion, and contribution to the development of knowledge and practice in the relevant fields.

2. Literature Review Articles

Articles presenting critical and systematic reviews of literature relevant to education and social sciences. These reviews may include theoretical synthesis, analysis of research developments, identification of research gaps, or the development of conceptual frameworks that contribute to scholarly knowledge.

3. Systematic Literature Reviews and Bibliometric Studies

Articles presenting systematic syntheses of literature or bibliometric analyses of scientific publications in the fields of education and social sciences. Manuscripts must transparently describe the data sources, search strategies, literature selection criteria, and analytical procedures.

4. Case Study Articles

Articles providing in-depth examinations of specific phenomena, issues, policies, practices, or experiences in education and social sciences. Manuscripts must explain the case context, data collection and analysis methods, and implications of the findings for theoretical development and practical applications.

Focus

JUPEIS: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Ilmu Sosial is a scientific journal that publishes research articles and literature reviews in the fields of education and social sciences. The journal focuses on the development of scientific knowledge, theories, concepts, methods, practices, and innovations in education, as well as the study of social phenomena and dynamics within society. JUPEIS provides a scholarly platform for researchers, lecturers, academics, teachers, educational practitioners, students, and social science scholars to disseminate empirical research findings, conceptual studies, critical analyses, and literature syntheses that contribute to the advancement of educational and social sciences.

In the field of education, JUPEIS encourages publications on learning processes, curriculum development, teaching strategies and models, educational evaluation, educational technology, educational management, educator professionalism, and various factors affecting educational quality and equity. In the field of social sciences, the journal covers studies of individuals, groups, institutions, social interactions, culture, economics, public policy, social change, and the dynamics of community life. The journal also welcomes interdisciplinary research integrating educational and social science perspectives to understand and address educational and societal challenges.

Scope

The scope of JUPEIS: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Ilmu Sosial includes, but is not limited to, the following areas.

1. Education and Learning

This area covers research and studies on learning processes, interactions between educators and learners, and the development of effective and innovative teaching practices, including:

Learning theories and instructional theories.
Teaching approaches, strategies, methods, models, and techniques.
Development of instructional media, teaching materials, and learning resources.
Learning innovations and technology-enhanced learning.
Active, collaborative, contextual, and project-based learning.
Development of critical thinking, creative thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
Learning motivation, student engagement, and self-regulated learning.
Assessment of learning processes and outcomes.
Development of inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environments.

2. Curriculum and Educational Development

This area covers studies on curriculum planning, implementation, evaluation, and development, as well as educational systems, including:

Curriculum development and implementation.
Curriculum analysis and reform policies.
Instructional planning and the development of teaching materials.
Competency-based education and learning outcomes.
Education tailored to learners' needs and local contexts.
Integration of values, character education, culture, and local wisdom into education.
Evaluation and development of educational programs.
Quality improvement and innovation in educational provision.
Alignment of education with societal needs and the world of work.

3. Educational Evaluation, Assessment, and Quality Assurance

This area includes research and studies on educational measurement, assessment, evaluation, and quality improvement, including:

Assessment of learning outcomes and student development.
Development and validation of assessment instruments.
Evaluation of educational programs, processes, and outcomes.
Evaluation of teaching and educator performance.
Measurement of competencies, literacy, numeracy, and twenty-first-century skills.
Internal and external quality assurance in educational institutions.
Accreditation, academic supervision, and institutional evaluation.
Educational data analysis for decision-making.
Evaluation of educational policies and program effectiveness.

4. Educational Management and Leadership

This area covers studies on the management of educational institutions, resources, and governance, including:

School and higher education management.
Educational leadership and instructional leadership.
Human resource management in education.
Educator professionalism and performance development.
Strategic planning and institutional development.
Management of facilities, infrastructure, financing, and educational services.
Organizational culture and institutional climate.
Educational supervision and the development of learning organizations.
Governance, accountability, and transparency in educational institutions.

5. Educational Technology and Digitalization

This area focuses on the use of technology to support learning, educational management, and competency development, including:

Online, face-to-face, and blended learning.
Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Digital learning media and interactive multimedia.
Digital literacy and digital competencies of educators and learners.
The use of artificial intelligence in education.
Open educational resources and internet-based learning.
Technological innovations in assessment and learning evaluation.
Digitalization of educational administration and institutional governance.
Ethics, security, privacy, and the digital divide in education.

6. Inclusive, Special, and Lifelong Education

This area covers research on equitable learning opportunities and the provision of educational services for diverse groups, including:

Inclusive education and services for learners with special educational needs.
Multicultural education and respect for diversity.
Equality of access and educational opportunities.
Community education and non-formal education.
Adult education and lifelong learning.
Family education and parental involvement.
Education in remote and underserved areas.
Social, economic, and cultural barriers to educational access.
Community empowerment through education.

7. Educational Psychology and Learner Development

This area includes studies on psychological, social, and developmental factors affecting learning and student life, including:

Learning motivation, interests, attitudes, and perceptions.
Cognitive, social, emotional, and moral development.
Self-regulation and learning strategies.
Student psychological well-being in educational settings.
Social interactions and educator–learner relationships.
Learning behavior, learning difficulties, and academic adjustment.
Bullying, violence, and safety in educational environments.
Guidance and counseling in educational contexts.
Family and social environmental factors affecting learner development.

8. Sociology and Social Anthropology

This area covers studies of social structures, relationships, values, and societal dynamics, including:

Social structure, social stratification, and social mobility.
Social interactions, social groups, and social institutions.
Values, norms, traditions, customs, and cultural practices.
Social identity, cultural identity, and societal diversity.
Social change, modernization, and globalization.
Intergroup relations, social integration, and social conflict.
Local wisdom and cultural preservation.
Families, communities, and social networks.
Relationships between education, culture, and social change.

9. Economics, Employment, and Social Entrepreneurship

This area covers socioeconomic studies related to community welfare and development, including:

Socioeconomic conditions and community welfare.
Poverty, inequality, and the distribution of economic opportunities.
Employment, unemployment, and labor market dynamics.
Education, skills development, and workforce readiness.
Social entrepreneurship and community economic empowerment.
Family economics and community economic behavior.
Creative industries and community-based business development.
The role of education in improving economic capacity.
Local economic development and community development.

10. Political Science, Public Policy, and Social Administration

This area includes research and studies on governance, public policy, and public services, including:

Public policy analysis and implementation.
Governance and public participation.
Democracy, citizenship, and political education.
Public administration and social services.
Decentralization and regional development.
The role of public institutions in community development.
Education policy and social policy.
Public accountability, transparency, and oversight.
Relationships between policies, institutions, and social change.

11. Communication, Media, and Digital Society

This area covers studies of interpersonal communication, public communication, mass media, and social transformation resulting from developments in information technology, including:

Social communication and intercultural communication.
Mass media, social media, and public opinion formation.
Media literacy and information literacy.
Educational communication and organizational communication.
Social behavior in digital environments.
Disinformation, misinformation, and challenges in digital communication.
Identity, interaction, and social participation through digital media.
The impact of communication technology on education and social life.
Communication ethics and media social responsibility.

12. Community Empowerment and Social Development

This area includes research on community participation, capacity building, and self-reliance to improve quality of life, including:

Community-based empowerment.
Capacity development for individuals and community groups.
Community participation in development.
Development of local potential and resources.
Strengthening social institutions and community organizations.
Rural and urban community development.
Social inclusion and inequality reduction.
Social resilience and community adaptation to change.
Sustainable development and social welfare.

13. Gender, Family, and Contemporary Social Issues

This area covers studies on gender relations, family dynamics, the protection of vulnerable groups, and emerging social issues, including:

Gender equality and social justice.
Gender roles and relationships in education and society.
Family dynamics and parenting.
Child protection and the protection of vulnerable groups.
Domestic and community violence.
Social exclusion, discrimination, and marginalization.
Changes in family and community life.
The impact of technological developments on social relationships.
Contemporary social issues from educational and social science perspectives.

14. Education and Social Sciences Based on Local Wisdom

This area covers research examining the relationship between education, culture, and community life while considering local contexts, including:

Integration of local wisdom into teaching and curricula.
Character education based on cultural values.
Preservation of local languages, traditions, and knowledge.
Ethnopedagogy and culturally based educational practices.
Local identity and the development of social character.
Multicultural education in diverse societies.
Development of local potential through education and community empowerment.
Cultural change and the sustainability of local values.

Types of Articles

JUPEIS accepts scholarly manuscripts relevant to the journal's focus and scope, including:

Research articles, presenting empirical research findings using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches.
Literature review articles, analyzing, comparing, synthesizing, and critically evaluating relevant research findings or scholarly literature in a systematic and rigorous manner.
Conceptual articles, developing or critically examining concepts, theories, models, and conceptual frameworks in education and social sciences.

All submissions must demonstrate clear relevance to the journal's focus and scope, employ appropriate and scientifically defensible methods, provide adequate analysis, and contribute to the development of theories, practices, policies, or understanding of educational and social issues.

Through this scope, JUPEIS: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Ilmu Sosial is committed to serving as a scholarly publication platform that advances educational and social sciences and strengthens the relationship between research, professional practice, policymaking, and community needs.