Aim and Scope

Aims and Scope

The International Society that Learn Journal (IStLJ) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that aims to publish scholarly research examining the relationship between education and society from an interdisciplinary perspective. The journal primarily focuses on studies located at the intersection of educational sciences, social work, and sociology, with particular emphasis on research addressing the concept of the learning society at individual, social, and institutional levels.

The journal welcomes submissions that provide a strong theoretical foundation, clearly defined research designs, and original academic contributions to the fields of education and social sciences. All submitted manuscripts must be explicitly examined within the context of at least one of the following disciplines: education, social work, or sociology.

IStLJ publishes quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research. Regardless of methodological approach, studies are expected to demonstrate methodological rigor, adherence to research ethics, and a clear discussion of findings in relation to existing scholarly literature.

Core Focus Areas

Education

  • Educational policies and reform

  • Educational leadership and management

  • Lifelong learning

  • Digital transformation and technology in education

  • Inclusive and integrative education

  • Professional development of teachers and educational administrators

  • Education–society relations

Social Work

  • Family, children, youth, and vulnerable groups

  • Migration, refugees, and social integration

  • Poverty, unemployment, and social exclusion

  • School social work

  • Social policy and human rights

  • Psychosocial support and intervention approaches

Sociology

  • Sociology of education

  • Society, culture, and identity studies

  • Social theory and critical approaches

  • Institutional sociology

  • Sociology of knowledge and culture

Article Types

The journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Research Articles

  • Review Articles

  • Theoretical / Conceptual Papers

  • Case Studies

  • Action Research

(Conference reports, professional opinion pieces, and letters to the editor are not considered for publication.)

Editorial Policy

IStLJ encourages interdisciplinary research while maintaining high standards of academic rigor. The journal aims to publish studies that contribute to theoretical debates and offer analytical insights relevant to educational and social practice. Particular emphasis is placed on manuscripts that address local contexts while engaging with broader international and comparative academic discussions.