Focus And Scope
Early Childhood Holistic Innovation and Learning Development Journal (EDUCHILD) is an international peer-reviewed, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal published biannually (June and December) by the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM), Universitas Islam Nusantara, Bandung, Indonesia. The journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality original research articles, review papers, and research and development (R&D) studies that advance knowledge, innovation, and best practices in the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE). EDUCHILD provides an international platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, and education professionals to disseminate scientific findings that contribute to the holistic growth, learning, and development of young children. EDUCHILD welcomes manuscripts employing qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods, research and development (R&D), classroom action research (CAR), quasi-experimental, and other rigorous research approaches that provide meaningful contributions to theory, practice, and educational policy in early childhood education.
The journal covers, but is not limited to, the following areas:
Teaching Methods and Learning Models in Early Childhood Education
Innovative learning models, child-centered learning, play-based learning, project-based learning, inquiry learning, STEAM education, Montessori approach, Reggio Emilia approach, HighScope curriculum, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Early Childhood Character Education
Character building, moral and religious education, socio-emotional development, citizenship education, multicultural education, inclusive education, values education, and children's positive behavior development.
Learning Media and Educational Technology
Instructional media, digital learning resources, educational games, interactive multimedia, learning innovations, ICT integration, artificial intelligence in early childhood education, and technology-enhanced learning.
Curriculum and Learning Development
Curriculum implementation, curriculum evaluation, curriculum innovation, holistic child development, assessment of learning outcomes, competency-based curriculum, independent learning (Merdeka Curriculum), and curriculum policy.
Learning Strategies and Teaching Practices
Creative teaching strategies, classroom management, differentiated instruction, literacy and numeracy learning, language development, cognitive development, science learning, mathematics learning, arts education, and physical development.
Early Childhood Education Management
Educational leadership, institutional management, quality assurance, educational administration, human resource development, financial management, school governance, accreditation, and organizational development.
Islamic Parenting and Family Education
Islamic parenting practices, family engagement, parent-school partnerships, parenting education, family literacy, child protection, early childhood spiritual development, and parenting interventions.
Classroom Action Research and Educational Innovation
Classroom Action Research (CAR), lesson study, reflective teaching, teacher professional development, innovation in teaching practices, and continuous quality improvement.
Research and Development (R&D)
Development of teaching materials, learning modules, educational media, assessment instruments, curriculum products, instructional design, educational applications, and learning innovations for early childhood education.
Teaching Materials and Educational Resources
Printed and digital teaching materials, children's books, learning modules, worksheets, storytelling resources, literacy materials, educational toys, and learning kits.
Community Participation in Early Childhood Education
Community engagement, educational partnerships, local wisdom, social inclusion, public participation, school-community collaboration, and sustainable educational development.
Issues and Challenges in Early Childhood Education
Learning loss, inclusive education challenges, child well-being, educational policy, teacher competence, educational equity, digital transformation, post-pandemic education, and contemporary issues affecting early childhood education.
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure academic quality, originality, scientific integrity, and relevance. EDUCHILD encourages the publication of innovative research that contributes to the development of theories, educational practices, learning innovations, and evidence-based policies in early childhood education.
As an open-access journal, EDUCHILD is committed to making scientific knowledge freely accessible to researchers, educators, students, policymakers, and practitioners worldwide. The journal aims to foster international collaboration, encourage interdisciplinary research, and support the continuous improvement of early childhood education for the holistic growth and development of young children.
