SCOPE AND FOCUS

JoHETI is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal that offers an interdisciplinary platform for research, theoretical discourse, and practical insights at the convergence of the humanities, educational technology, and innovation. The journal aims to investigate the transformative influence of technological advancements and innovative methodologies within education, culture, and society, emphasising the promotion of inclusive, equitable, and human-centred approaches to learning and knowledge production.

JoHETI invites submissions that critically examine the ways in which digital and emerging technologies are redefining the humanities and education, addressing significant challenges, ethical considerations, and the evolving significance of creativity and critical thinking in an increasingly technologised world.

Key Areas of Interest

1. Humanities in the Digital Age
• The impact of digital technologies on cultural studies, literature, history, philosophy, and the arts;
• Digital humanities methodologies, tools, and applications;
• AI, big data, and machine learning in humanistic inquiry;
• Ethical and philosophical implications of technology in the humanities;
• Cultural heritage preservation and digitisation.
2. Educational Technology and Pedagogical Innovation
• Technology-enhanced learning (TEL) in both formal and informal educational settings;
• Open and distance learning (ODL) and online educational frameworks;
• Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and adaptive learning systems in education;
• Gamification, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and immersive learning;
• Learning analytics, data-driven education, and personalised learning experiences;
• Digital literacy, critical thinking, and media education in the 21st century.
3. Innovation in Teaching and Learning
• Pedagogical strategies for 21st-century education;
• The integration of decolonial and indigenous knowledge in digital education;
• Student-centred and self-directed learning methodologies;
• Innovative curriculum design and assessment strategies;
• Interdisciplinary approaches to teaching and learning.
4. Ethics, Policy, and Social Impact of Educational Technologies
• Ethical dilemmas arising from AI-driven education and automation;
• Digital equity, accessibility, and inclusion in educational contexts;
• The role of educational technology in sustainable development and addressing global challenges;
• Policy frameworks and governance regarding educational technology and digital learning;
• Surveillance, data privacy, and security concerns in educational technologies.
5. Innovation and Research in Education and Society

• The influence of emerging technologies on research methodologies within the humanities and education.
• The role of technology in participatory action research (PAR) and community engagement.
• Cross-disciplinary collaborations among the humanities, sciences, and technology.
• Social and behavioural implications of digital transformations in learning and communication.
• The future of higher education in a digitally connected world.

Types of Contributions

JoHETI invites original research articles, theoretical and conceptual papers, case studies, literature reviews, book reviews, short communications, and opinion pieces. The journal encourages contributions that present empirical findings, theoretical advancements, and practical implementations relevant to contemporary discussions on the humanities, education, and innovation.

Target Audience

The journal is intended for academics, researchers, educators, policy-makers, educational technology developers, and professionals interested in the evolving intersections of the humanities, educational technology, and innovation. JoHETI aims to foster an inclusive scholarly dialogue that bridges disciplinary boundaries and promotes knowledge exchange among global communities.

This scope ensures that JoHETI serves as a leading academic forum for exploring the transformative effects of technological and innovative advancements in the humanities and education, promoting both theoretical and applied research within these interconnected domains.