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Thematic Section to 2027
Title: Current Approaches and Practices in Education and STEM Fields
Abstract
Education systems worldwide are undergoing rapid transformation due to technological developments, scientific progress, and evolving societal needs. These changes require innovative educational approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration among different academic fields. In this context, the proposed thematic section titled “Current Approaches and Practices in Education and STEM Fields” aims to provide a multidisciplinary platform that brings together contemporary research and practices at the intersection of education and STEM disciplines.
This thematic section seeks to explore how innovative pedagogical models, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, interdisciplinary instructional designs, and emerging educational practices contribute to improving learning environments and educational outcomes. It also aims to strengthen the connection between theoretical research and practical applications in education.
The section welcomes contributions that examine educational issues from pedagogical, technological, psychological, and social perspectives. By encouraging interdisciplinary dialogue among researchers, educators, and practitioners, this thematic section intends to contribute to the development of innovative educational practices and to address current challenges in education systems.
Keywords: STEM Education; Educational Innovation; Digital Transformation in Education; Artificial Intelligence in Education; Interdisciplinary Learning.
Proposal Presentation
Contemporary education systems are increasingly influenced by rapid developments in science, technology, digital transformation, and global societal changes. These developments require educational institutions to redesign learning environments and adopt interdisciplinary approaches that foster innovation, creativity, and critical thinking.
The thematic section “Current Approaches and Practices in Education and STEM Fields” aims to create an academic platform where researchers from diverse disciplines can share their work related to modern educational practices, STEM-based learning processes, digital transformation in education, and innovative instructional strategies.
The thematic section particularly focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration between education sciences and STEM-related fields such as science, mathematics, engineering, technology, artificial intelligence, and data science. Studies that explore innovative teaching models, technology-supported learning environments, inclusive STEM education, and data-driven educational practices are especially encouraged.
Furthermore, this thematic section aims to highlight emerging trends in educational research, including artificial intelligence in education, learning analytics, digital learning environments, and innovative assessment approaches. The section also seeks to promote discussions on teacher professional development, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and strategies for improving student learning outcomes.
By bringing together theoretical studies, empirical research, and practical applications, this thematic section intends to strengthen the relationship between educational theory and practice while contributing to the advancement of innovative and multidisciplinary research in education.
Possible contributors may include international researchers working on interdisciplinary education and STEM-related topics.
- Thematic Section Timeline
Manuscript submission deadline: 2026
Peer review process: 2026-2027
Publication schedule: 2027 volume
All submissions will follow the journal’s standard blind peer-review process and will comply with the editorial policies of Educacao e Pesquisa.
Submissions should be made through submission (the journal's submission platform): https://submission.scielo.br/index.php/ep/login
The texts will be submitted in the "ARTICLES" section of the system, but when submitting the article, authors should write the following information in the "Message to the editor" field: Text linked to the section dedicated to the topic: (include the title of the section)
Articles should follow the instructions for authors: https://www.scielo.br/journal/ep/about/#instructions
