Focus and Scope

Focus and Scope

Focus

Genta Bangsa: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan is an academic scientific journal that focuses on the development, study, and dissemination of critical thinking and cutting-edge research results in the field of education. This journal is positioned as an intellectual space for academics, researchers, educators, and education practitioners to dialogue theories, policies, and educational practices in local, national, and global contexts.

The scope of study for Genta Bangsa: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan includes, but is not limited to, philosophy and educational theory, education policy and management, curriculum and learning, educational evaluation, character and citizenship education, culture-based and indigenous wisdom education, inclusive education, and educational innovation in the digital era. The approaches accepted include qualitative research, quantitative research, mixed methods, literature studies, and conceptual studies that are systematically and academically organized.

Scope

Genta Bangsa: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan covers the following topics:

Teaching and Learning Models

This field includes innovative pedagogical approaches such as inquiry-based learning, cooperative and collaborative learning, problem-based and project-based learning, as well as technology-supported learning strategies that encourage student engagement, critical thinking, and deep understanding.

Curriculum and Learning Development

Focus on the design, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum frameworks that address 21st-century competencies. Topics include integration of indigenous wisdom, ethnopedagogy, thematic learning, and competency-based curriculum that promote student-centered and culturally relevant education.

Technology-Enhanced Learning

Explaining how digital technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), mobile learning, e-learning platforms, flipped classrooms, and STEM education are reshaping learning experiences and equipping students with important digital and computational skills.

Teacher Professional Development and Pedagogical Competence

Discusses teacher training, professional development, and pedagogical effectiveness. Main topics include emotional intelligence, teacher motivation, performance evaluation, school leadership, supervision practices, and strategies for developing reflective and adaptive educators.

Educational Assessment and Evaluation

This subject discusses the creation and application of assessment instruments and models to evaluate student learning. This includes assessment of higher-order thinking skills (HOTS), authentic assessment methods, and program evaluation frameworks such as the Kirkpatrick model.

Character Education and Student Development

Focus on instilling moral values, civic responsibility, and emotional maturity in students. Topics covered include the development of the Pancasila student profile, motivation, learning interest, and creating an inclusive and participatory classroom culture.

Language and Literacy Education

Discusses strategies for language acquisition, literacy development, and bilingual education. Topics covered include English language learning, reading comprehension improvement, digital literacy integration, and the role of multicultural education in language learning.

Educational Psychology and Student Learning Behavior

Investigates psychological influences on student achievement, including learning environment, cognitive styles, self-regulation, and the role of guidance and counseling in promoting academic and personal growth.

Special and Inclusive Education

Examines educational approaches addressing the needs of diverse learners. Topics include teaching strategies for students with special needs, development of inclusive learning materials, and effectiveness of differentiated learning in heterogeneous classrooms.

Educational Leadership and Policy

Focus on education governance, school leadership, and policy analysis. Topics include school leaders' management skills, implementation of Merdeka Curriculum, and policy innovations aimed at educational transformation and institutional improvement.