Objectives and Scope

OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE

Objectives

Kajian Pendidikan, Seni, Budaya, Sosial dan Lingkungan (KPSBSL) is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal dedicated to publishing high-quality original research articles, conceptual papers, and critical reviews in the fields of education, arts, culture, social sciences, and environmental studies. The journal provides an academic platform for researchers, scholars, educators, practitioners, and policymakers from Indonesia and around the world to disseminate research findings, exchange ideas, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge.

KPSBSL aims to promote the development of theories, methodologies, and evidence-based practices that address contemporary challenges and emerging issues at local, national, regional, and global levels. The journal encourages interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches that bridge theoretical perspectives and practical applications, foster dialogue across academic disciplines, and contribute to sustainable and inclusive societal development.

Particular attention is given to research concerning Asia, Africa, and other global contexts, including studies that explore local knowledge systems, cultural diversity, educational innovation, social transformation, governance, and environmental sustainability. The journal also seeks to strengthen international scholarly collaboration and promote research that contributes to social justice, cultural preservation, human well-being, and sustainable development.

Through the dissemination of rigorous and relevant scholarship, KPSBSL seeks to:

Advance theoretical and empirical knowledge in education, arts, culture, social sciences, and environmental studies.
Encourage interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research addressing contemporary societal challenges.
Promote innovative ideas, methodologies, and evidence-based practices that support educational improvement, cultural development, social welfare, and environmental sustainability.
Facilitate scholarly dialogue and collaboration among researchers, academics, practitioners, and policymakers across national and international contexts.
Highlight the significance of local wisdom, cultural heritage, social diversity, and indigenous knowledge in responding to global challenges.
Support the development of inclusive, equitable, ethical, and sustainable policies and practices that benefit communities and society.

Scope

KPSBSL welcomes original and significant scholarly contributions that examine theoretical, empirical, methodological, and practical issues related to education, arts, culture, society, and the environment. The journal particularly encourages research that adopts interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspectives, integrates local and global insights, and contributes to the advancement of scholarship and practice.

The journal’s scope includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Education

Curriculum Development, Teaching, and Learning
Educational Technology and Digital Learning
Islamic Education and Religious Education
Educational Psychology and Counseling
Sociology and Anthropology of Education
Educational Management, Leadership, and Policy
Primary, Secondary, and Higher Education
Inclusive Education and Special Education
Educational Research Methods and Evaluation
Innovations in Teaching and Learning
Teacher Education, Professional Development, and Assessment
Social Sciences Education
Educational Equity, Access, and Quality
Lifelong Learning and Community Education

2. Politics, Governance, and Development Studies

Diplomacy and International Relations
Bureaucracy, Governance, and Public Policy
Political Sociology and Political Economy
Development Studies and Social Transformation
State, Civil Society, and Non-Governmental Organizations
Social Dynamics, Social Structure, and Human Agency
Islamic Politics and Political Thought
Public Administration and Institutional Reform
Citizenship, Democracy, and Political Participation
Decentralization and Local Governance
Community Empowerment and Participatory Development
Regional Cooperation and Global Issues

3. Law, Human Rights, and Social Justice

Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
Social Justice and Legal Empowerment
Islamic Law and Legal Thought
Criminal Law and Criminal Justice
International Law and Global Governance
Constitutional and Civil Law
Customary Law and Indigenous Legal Traditions
Law, Society, and Legal Pluralism
Gender Equality and Legal Protection
Environmental Law and Climate Justice
Legal Reform and Public Policy
Law, Ethics, and Contemporary Social Issues

4. Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies

Cultural Studies and Cultural Theory
Religious Studies and Islamic Studies
Philosophy, Ethics, and Moral Thought
Consciousness, Spirituality, and Human Values
Cross-Cultural and Intercultural Studies
History, Historiography, and Historical Memory
Anthropology and Human Geography
Local Wisdom, Indigenous Knowledge, and Traditional Practices
Gender, Identity, and Cultural Representation
Linguistics, Language, and Communication
Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Music, and Theatre
Literature and Literary Studies
Traditional and Contemporary Art Forms
Cultural Heritage, Preservation, and Revitalization
Creative Industries and Cultural Innovation
Art Education and Aesthetic Studies
Digital Culture and Media Studies

5. Social and Environmental Studies

Social Movements and Community Development
Social Inequality, Inclusion, and Social Justice
Urbanization and Rural Development
Environmental Policy, Governance, and Regulation
Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Climate Change, Adaptation, and Mitigation
Environmental Sociology and Social Ecology
Human–Environment Interactions
Natural Resource Management and Community Participation
Biodiversity Conservation and Environmental Protection
Environmental Education and Public Awareness
Disaster Risk Reduction and Community Resilience
Indigenous Communities and Environmental Knowledge
Environmental Ethics and Intergenerational Justice
Sustainable Communities and Ecological Well-Being

6. Economics, Business, and Management

Business Administration and Entrepreneurship
Management, Leadership, and Organizational Studies
Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Accountability
Public Finance and Fiscal Policy
Economic Development and Inclusive Growth
Islamic Economics and Islamic Finance
Community-Based and Social Entrepreneurship
Microfinance and Financial Inclusion
Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
Creative Economy and Cultural Industries
Sustainable Business and Green Economy
Social and Economic Inequality
Local Economic Development and Community Empowerment

7. Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies

KPSBSL also welcomes research that integrates two or more areas within its principal fields of interest or connects them with other relevant disciplines. Such contributions may address, among other topics:

Education, Culture, and Social Transformation
Arts, Identity, and Community Development
Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Tourism
Education, Technology, and Social Change
Religion, Ethics, and Contemporary Society
Gender, Human Rights, and Social Inclusion
Public Policy, Economic Development, and Environmental Sustainability
Indigenous Knowledge and Climate Adaptation
Digital Innovation, Cultural Preservation, and Creative Industries
Local Wisdom and Global Challenges
Education, Social Justice, and Sustainable Development

Editorial Orientation

KPSBSL prioritizes manuscripts that demonstrate academic rigor, methodological soundness, originality, and a clear contribution to scholarly knowledge. The journal particularly values studies that connect theoretical insights with empirical evidence, address relevant contemporary issues, and offer meaningful implications for research, policy, professional practice, or community development.

Although the journal welcomes research from diverse geographical and cultural settings, it maintains a particular interest in studies relating to Asia and Africa, as well as comparative and international research that contributes to broader scholarly debates.

All submissions are subject to the journal’s peer-review process and editorial policies. Inclusion within the stated scope does not guarantee acceptance; manuscripts must meet the journal’s standards for originality, research quality, ethical integrity, and relevance.