Focus And Scope

The Forum for University Scholars in Interdisciplinary Opportunities and Networking Conference is an international, peer-reviewed journal that aims to provide a platform for researchers, educators, and professionals to explore interdisciplinary research, knowledge exchange, and academic collaboration across a wide range of fields. The journal welcomes original research articles, review articles, case studies, and conceptual papers that address the following key areas:

1. Interdisciplinary Research

  • Contributions that explore the intersection of multiple academic disciplines, fostering innovation, new theoretical frameworks, and practical applications.
  • Research that bridges the gap between fields such as education, science, technology, humanities, social sciences, and management studies.

2. Innovative Educational Practices

  • Studies on contemporary and future educational approaches, including the integration of technology in education (ICT), online learning platforms (e.g., MOOCs), and innovative pedagogical strategies.
  • Research on curriculum development, assessment methodologies, and the use of instructional design in various educational settings.

3. Social Sciences and Humanities

  • Contributions exploring topics related to sociology, psychology, anthropology, culture, history, and philosophy.
  • Articles examining the role of ethics, values, and human behavior in diverse societal and organizational contexts.

4. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education

  • Research on teaching and learning practices in STEM disciplines, with a special focus on emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and their application in education.
  • Studies that address cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains in mathematics and science education.

5. Ethnomathematics and Local Knowledge

  • Exploration of ethnomathematics as a means to integrate cultural context into the teaching and learning of mathematics.
  • Studies that highlight local knowledge systems and their relevance to contemporary scientific and educational practices.

6. Business, Economics, and Management

  • Research related to entrepreneurship, management practices, MSMEs (UMKM), economic development, and the challenges faced by businesses in both local and global contexts.
  • Case studies on management strategies, leadership, and organizational behavior within academic, public, and private institutions.

7. Cognitive Skills and Educational Development

  • Articles focused on the development of cognitive skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity in learners across educational levels.
  • Research that investigates strategies to enhance mathematical reasoning, literacy, and scientific thinking in students.

8. Sustainability and Environmental Studies

  • Interdisciplinary research that examines sustainability challenges, environmental education, and the role of academia in promoting sustainable development.
  • Studies that investigate innovative solutions to pressing global environmental issues.

9. Policy and Governance

  • Contributions that address public policy, governance, and educational reforms, particularly in higher education and interdisciplinary fields.
  • Research examining the impact of policies on societal development, access to education, and social justice.

10. Special Topics in Distance and Online Education

  • Studies on the design, implementation, and assessment of distance learning models, including the integration of ICT tools, MOOCs, and digital resources in remote education.
  • Research on the challenges and opportunities in distance education, particularly in the context of developing countries.