Focus and Scope

ETEDU: Elementary of Teacher Education is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in elementary teacher education. The journal provides a platform for educators, researchers, and practitioners to share innovative research, theories, and best practices related to the preparation and ongoing professional development of elementary school teachers.

Focus Areas:

  1. Teacher Education and Development
    • Curriculum design and implementation in teacher education programs
    • Pedagogical strategies and teaching methodologies for elementary education
    • Professional development and continuous learning for elementary teachers
    • Assessment and evaluation in teacher education
  2. Educational Psychology and Child Development
    • Theories and practices in child development relevant to elementary education
    • Social, emotional, and cognitive development in young learners
    • Classroom management and student behavior strategies
    • Inclusive education and differentiation in the elementary classroom
  3. Educational Technology in Elementary Education
    • Integration of technology in elementary teaching and learning
    • Digital literacy and 21st-century skills for elementary students
    • Innovative tools and resources for elementary education
    • Challenges and opportunities in implementing educational technology
  4. Educational Policy and Leadership
    • Educational policies affecting elementary education and teacher preparation
    • Leadership roles in elementary schools and teacher education programs
    • Equity, diversity, and inclusion in elementary education
    • Collaboration between schools, families, and communities in supporting elementary education
  5. Language Education in Elementary Schools
    • Approaches to teaching English as a second or foreign language in elementary schools
    • Strategies for developing literacy skills in young learners
    • Bilingual education and multilingualism in elementary settings
    • Language development and acquisition in early childhood education
    • Assessment and evaluation of language learning in elementary education
  6. Research and Innovation in Elementary Education
    • Evidence-based practices and their impact on elementary education
    • Innovative research methodologies in teacher education
    • Case studies and action research in elementary classrooms
    • Cross-cultural and international perspectives on elementary teacher education

Scope:

The journal welcomes original research articles, literature reviews, case studies, and conceptual papers that contribute to the understanding and improvement of elementary teacher education. Contributions that explore new and emerging issues in the field, offer interdisciplinary perspectives, or present comparative studies are particularly encouraged. ETEDU: Elementary of Teacher Education seeks to advance discourse in elementary education by publishing high-quality, rigorous research that has the potential to influence policy, practice, and future research in the field.