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Journal of General, Basic, and Vocational Education (JOVE) publishes original research articles, review articles, and evidence-based educational innovations in general education, basic education, and vocational education.

The journal provides a multidisciplinary platform for researchers, academics, teachers, educational leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to share theoretical developments, empirical findings, and practical approaches that improve educational quality, equity, and relevance.

JOVE connects educational research with classroom practice, institutional development, and workforce preparation. The journal welcomes contributions addressing diverse educational settings, including formal, non-formal, and lifelong learning.

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. General Education and Educational Foundations

• Philosophical, sociological, and historical foundations of education
• Educational theories and contemporary educational thought
• General education curricula and interdisciplinary learning
• Character education, ethics, and values education
• Citizenship, multicultural education, and global citizenship
• Literacy, numeracy, and foundational competencies
• Critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, and collaboration
• Educational psychology and learner development

2. Basic Education and Foundational Learning

• Teaching and learning in primary and lower secondary education
• Early childhood-to-primary school transitions
• Foundational literacy and numeracy development
• Language, mathematics, science, and social studies education
• Arts, physical education, and health education
• Integrated and thematic learning
• Classroom management and supportive learning environments
• Learning difficulties, remedial instruction, and enrichment
• Family engagement and school–community partnerships

3. Vocational and Technical Education

• Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
• Competency-based education and training
• Vocational curriculum design and occupational standards
• Practical instruction, workshops, and laboratory learning
• Work-based learning, apprenticeships, and internships
• Teaching factories and industry-based learning
• Occupational safety education and workplace practices
• Vocational teacher and instructor development
• Skills assessment and vocational certification
• Quality improvement in vocational schools and training institutions

4. Curriculum, Pedagogy, and Learning Innovation

• Curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
• Student-centered and differentiated instruction
• Problem-based and project-based learning
• Inquiry-based, discovery, and experiential learning
• Cooperative and collaborative learning
• Contextual and culturally responsive teaching
• STEM and STEAM education
• Development and evaluation of instructional materials
• Classroom action research and reflective teaching
• Innovative pedagogies across general, basic, and vocational education

5. Educational Technology and Digital Learning

• Technology-enhanced teaching and learning
• Online, blended, hybrid, and flipped learning
• Learning management systems and digital learning resources
• Mobile learning and interactive multimedia
• Educational games and gamification
• Virtual laboratories, simulations, and immersive learning
• Artificial intelligence and adaptive learning in education
• Learning analytics and educational data use
• Digital literacy, digital citizenship, and responsible technology use
• Accessibility and equity in digital learning environments

6. Assessment, Evaluation, and Educational Measurement

• Formative, summative, and diagnostic assessment
• Authentic, performance-based, and portfolio assessment
• Assessment of knowledge, practical skills, and attitudes
• Development and validation of educational instruments
• Educational measurement and psychometric analysis
• Feedback, self-assessment, and peer assessment
• Assessment of higher-order thinking and transferable skills
• Evaluation of curricula, learning programs, and educational interventions
• Data-informed instructional improvement

7. Teacher Education and Professional Development

• Pre-service and in-service teacher education
• Pedagogical knowledge and subject-specific teaching competencies
• Teacher professional identity, motivation, and well-being
• Teaching practicum, mentoring, and instructional coaching
• Lesson study and professional learning communities
• Reflective practice and practitioner research
• Teacher digital competence
• Professional development for vocational educators and industry instructors
• Teacher leadership and collaborative school improvement

8. Educational Leadership, Management, and Policy

• School leadership and instructional leadership
• Educational planning and institutional management
• School culture and organizational development
• Educational policy implementation and evaluation
• Quality assurance and continuous improvement
• Management of educational resources and facilities
• Governance of general, basic, and vocational education
• Partnerships among schools, communities, government, and industry
• Comparative education and educational reform

9. Inclusive Education, Equity, and Learner Support

• Inclusive teaching and accessible learning environments
• Education for learners with disabilities and special educational needs
• Gender equity and equal educational opportunities
• Education in rural, remote, and underserved communities
• Socioeconomic inequalities and educational participation
• Guidance, counseling, and student support services
• Social-emotional learning and learner well-being
• Prevention of bullying, discrimination, and school exclusion
• Support for diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
• Student engagement, retention, and school completion

10. Employability, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Education

• School-to-work transitions and graduate employability
• Career education, career guidance, and vocational identity
• Workplace readiness and transferable skills
• Entrepreneurship education and entrepreneurial competencies
• Reskilling, upskilling, and lifelong learning
• Alignment between educational programs and labor market needs
• Graduate tracer studies and employer perspectives
• Education for sustainable development
• Green skills and sustainability in vocational education
• Community-based learning and education for social development

TYPES OF CONTRIBUTIONS

JOVE welcomes:

• Original research articles employing quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches.
• Review articles, including systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and meta-analyses.
• Educational development and innovation studies supported by systematic evaluation.
• Classroom action research and case studies offering clear implications for educational practice.