Focus and Scope
Journal of Progressive Science Education
Advancing Innovative Approaches to Science Teaching and Learning
The Journal of Progressive Science Education (JPSE) is dedicated to advancing innovative, transformative approaches to science teaching and learning across all educational levels (K-12, tertiary, and informal settings). Our mission is to bridge theory with practice, fostering a global dialogue on equity-driven, future-oriented science education. We prioritize interdisciplinary research that challenges traditional pedagogies and promotes sustainable, socially responsible scientific literacy.
Core Research Domains
Progressive Pedagogies in Science
- Inquiry-based learning (IBL), problem-based learning (PBL), and experiential/authentic learning models.
- Culturally responsive teaching (CRT), decolonizing science curricula, and indigenous knowledge integration.
- Critical thinking, creativity, and ethics in science education (e.g., socioscientific issues, AI ethics).
Technology & Innovation
- Digital tools (VR/AR, simulations, AI-driven platforms), computational thinking, and digital literacy in science classrooms.
- Open-access resources, MOOCs, and blended/hybrid learning ecosystems.
Equity & Inclusion
- Gender, disability, socioeconomic, and racial equity in STEM participation.
- Strategies for underrepresented groups (e.g., multilingual learners, neurodiverse students).
- Community-engaged science (citizen science, place-based education).
Curriculum Development & Assessment
- Design of interdisciplinary curricula (STEAM/STEM+, sustainability, climate literacy).
- Competency-based assessments, portfolios, and alternative evaluation frameworks.
- Global citizenship education and UN SDG integration (e.g., health, environment).
Teacher Professionalism
- Teacher identity, agency, and transformative professional development.
- Action research, reflective practice, and collaborative teacher networks.
- Policy analysis impacting science educators.
Learner-Centric Research
- Student agency, self-directed learning, and affective domains (motivation, identity).
- Neuroeducation, metacognition, and conceptual change in science.
- Informal learning (museums, after-school programs, science clubs).
Interdisciplinary Synergies
We encourage intersections with:
Environmental Science (eco-pedagogy, climate justice)
Social Sciences (science communication, public understanding of science)
Cognitive Psychology (learning theories, mindset interventions)
Digital Humanities (data literacy, critical media analysis)
Manuscript Types Accepted
Empirical Studies
Qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods research
Theoretical Frameworks
Critical reviews and theoretical explorations
Case Studies
Action research and practice-based innovations
Policy Briefs
Book reviews (by invitation)
Exclusions
Routine Applications
Traditional lecturing without pedagogical innovation
Technical Research
Science research devoid of educational implications
Irrelevant Manuscripts
Lacking contextual relevance to progressive education goals
Why Submit to JPSE?
JPSE champions research that reimagines science education as a catalyst for social transformation. We support open science principles (FAIR data) and offer rapid, constructive peer feedback. Join us in shaping inclusive, forward-thinking science learning ecosystems worldwide.
Submit your manuscript today and be part of the progressive science education movement!
