Focus And Scope

Key Scope and Topics:

• Elementary Science Instruction: Effective methods, models, and strategies for teaching natural sciences (Science).

• Curriculum Development: Studies on the science curriculum and elementary education.

• Scientific Literacy: Efforts to enhance students' understanding and abilities in scientific literacy.

• Educational Evaluation: Assessment of science learning outcomes and evaluation of elementary education programs.

• Learning Innovation: Utilization of technology (e.g., STEAM, AR/VR) and media in science learning at elementary schools.

• Teacher Development: Research on the competence, training, and professional development of elementary school/science teachers.

• Basic Education Instruction: the teaching of natural sciences, social studies, mathematics, language arts, civics (or citizenship), religious education, physical education, and arts.
• Basic Education Curriculum: the development and implementation of the basic education curriculum.
• Basic Education Management: the administration and governance of basic education.
• Basic Education Guidance and Counseling: guidance and counseling services for elementary (or primary) school students.
• Basic Education Psychology (or Educational Psychology): the study of the learning process and development of elementary (or primary) school-aged children.
• Elementary School Teacher Education: the professional development of elementary (or primary) school teachers.