Focus and Scope

12 Waiheru aims to advance high-quality, impactful, and interdisciplinary scholarship in the fields of education, training, and religious studies. The journal is committed to promoting critical inquiry, innovative thinking, and evidence-based research that contribute to the development of knowledge, policy, and practice at local, national, and global levels. It particularly seeks to amplify diverse perspectives, including those from underrepresented regions such as island communities and the Global South, while maintaining strong relevance to international academic discourse.

Focus

The journal focuses on the intersection of education, training systems, and religious life as dynamic and evolving domains. It highlights research that examines how knowledge is produced, transmitted, and transformed within formal and non-formal educational settings, training institutions, and socio-religious contexts. 12 Waiheru prioritizes contributions that engage with contemporary challenges, innovation, and transformation in education and training, especially those that integrate cultural, social, and ethical dimensions.

Scope

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Educational theory, pedagogy, and curriculum development
  • Teaching and learning innovation in formal and non-formal education
  • Training systems, professional development, and capacity building
  • Human resource development and institutional learning
  • Religious education and values-based education
  • Interfaith dialogue, religious moderation, and social harmony
  • Digital learning, e-learning, and educational technology
  • Policy, governance, and management in education and training sectors
  • Community empowerment, social transformation, and lifelong learning
  • Education and training in marginalized, rural, and island communities
  • Comparative and cross-cultural studies in education and religion
  • Evaluation, assessment, and impact studies in education and training programs