About the Journal
The Edith Cowan Journal of Education (ECJE) is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to the dissemination of cutting-edge research and innovative ideas related to education. The journal aims to provide a forum for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policy makers to share their latest findings and insights in a variety of educational fields, including curriculum and instruction, learning and development, educational policy, and educational technology.
The target audience for ECJE includes education researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and students from around the world who are interested in staying current with the latest developments and advances in education. The journal publishes high-quality, original research articles, review articles, and commentary that provide new insights and perspectives on education.
ECJE uses a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and credibility of the articles it publishes. All articles submitted to the journal undergoes a double-blind peer-review process, where the identities of both the authors and reviewers are kept confidential. This process ensures that only articles of the highest quality, relevance, and originality are published in ECJE.
The journal publishes on a quarterly basis, and each issue will feature a selection of articles that cover the latest research and ideas in education. The articles are accessible online, and the journal is open-access, meaning that all articles are freely available online.
Current Issue
Critical thinking skills are increasingly being recognized as essential for success in the 21st century. Yet, many traditional teaching methods can foster passive learning, making it difficult for students to develop these skills. Active learning strategies, on the other hand, have been shown to effectively promote critical thinking by engaging students in the learning process. This issue of the Journal of Education examines the role of active learning strategies in promoting critical thinking, exploring various approaches and their impact on student learning outcomes. The issue also highlights the challenges of implementing active learning strategies and provide practical tips and resources for teachers looking to incorporate these methods into their classrooms.