Focus and Scope

Focus and Scope

Indonesian Technology and Education Journal publishes high-quality empirical, theoretical, and design-based research that advances the understanding of technology integration, digital transformation, and innovation in education. The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining technology, pedagogy, and policy, with particular attention to emerging economies and Global South contexts. It prioritizes methodological rigor, innovation, and policy-relevant contributions to support the development of future-ready education systems.

1. Foundations of Technology and Education

This category focuses on the theoretical, conceptual, and systemic foundations of technology in education:

  • Theoretical frameworks in educational technology and digital learning
  • Learning theories in technology-mediated environments
  • Artificial intelligence literacy, digital competence, and technology acceptance models (e.g., TAM, UTAUT, TPACK)
  • Human–technology interaction and learning sciences
  • Ethics, governance, and responsible use of AI in education
  • Policy, regulation, and governance of digital education systems
  • Digital transformation frameworks in education
  • Equity, inclusion, and the digital divide
  • Cross-cultural and comparative studies
  • Methodological advances (e.g., SEM, experimental design, design-based research, learning analytics modeling)

2. Information Technology in Education

This category addresses the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational technologies:

  • Computer science and programming education
  • Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED), including generative AI and large language models
  • Educational data mining and learning analytics
  • Intelligent tutoring systems and adaptive learning systems
  • Digital learning environments, online/blended learning, and MOOCs
  • Learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning platforms
  • Immersive technologies (VR, AR, XR)
  • Mobile and ubiquitous learning environments
  • Technology-enhanced learning (TEL) and digital pedagogy
  • Educational software development and human-computer interaction
  • Digital assessment and AI-based evaluation systems
  • Computational thinking, AI literacy, and digital literacy
  • Cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection
  • Accessibility and inclusive education technologies

3. Vocational Technology Education

This category explores the integration of technology in vocational, technical, and professional education (TVET):

  • Curriculum development in informatics and computing education
  • Competency-based training, micro-credentials, and certification systems
  • Teaching factory and Industry 4.0/5.0 learning environments
  • Smart vocational and technical learning systems
  • Work-process knowledge and experiential learning
  • Work-based learning and apprenticeship systems
  • Industry–education collaboration and innovation ecosystems
  • Workforce readiness, employability, and future skills
  • Digital transformation of TVET institutions
  • Professional competencies in AI, data science, and emerging technologies
  • Lifelong learning, reskilling, and upskilling
  • Policy and governance in vocational education

4. Innovative Digital Learning and Educational Innovation

This category focuses on emerging innovations, pedagogical transformation, and future learning ecosystems:

  • Innovative digital pedagogy and instructional design
  • Learning experience design (LXD) and learner-centered innovation
  • Gamification, game-based learning, and simulation-based learning
  • Project-based and problem-based learning supported by technology
  • Artificial intelligence for teaching and learning
  • Automation and intelligent learning systems
  • Digital transformation strategies in education institutions
  • Emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, blockchain, edge computing)
  • Future learning environments and hybrid learning ecosystems
  • Smart education systems and data-driven governance
  • Innovation in assessment and credentialing
  • Development of digital competencies and 21st-century skills
  • Sustainable and green technology in education

5. General Education and Educational Systems in the Digital Era

This category includes broader educational studies, with a strict emphasis on their relationship to digital transformation:

  • General educational theories and curriculum studies in contemporary contexts
  • Teaching and learning processes across education levels (primary, secondary, higher education)
  • Teacher education and professional development in digital contexts
  • Educational leadership, management, and governance
  • Policy reform and innovation in education systems
  • Assessment, evaluation, and quality assurance
  • Student development and learning outcomes in modern environments
  • Character education, ethics, and values in the digital society
  • Inclusive, multicultural, and equitable education
  • Comparative and international education studies
  • Educational psychology, sociology, and cultural perspectives
  • Lifelong learning and informal learning ecosystems
  • Education for sustainable development (ESD)
  • Impact of digital disruption on education systems and society