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:

  1. Advance theoretical and empirical knowledge in education, arts, culture, social sciences, and environmental studies.
  2. Encourage interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research addressing contemporary societal challenges.
  3. Promote innovative ideas, methodologies, and evidence-based practices that support educational improvement, cultural development, social welfare, and environmental sustainability.
  4. Facilitate scholarly dialogue and collaboration among researchers, academics, practitioners, and policymakers across national and international contexts.
  5. Highlight the significance of local wisdom, cultural heritage, social diversity, and indigenous knowledge in responding to global challenges.
  6. 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.