Focus and Scope

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Focus & Scope

Research, critical scholarship, and interdisciplinary perspectives on contemporary social and humanistic issues.

APLIKATIF  —  Journal of Research Trends in Social Sciences and Humanities

JOURNAL FOCUS

APLIKATIF: Journal of Research Trends in Social Sciences and Humanities is an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing scholarly research that advances knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in the social sciences and humanities.

The journal provides a platform for critical inquiry, interdisciplinary dialogue, and the dissemination of research with theoretical, empirical, and practical contributions.

ACCEPTED ARTICLE CATEGORIES

APLIKATIF welcomes Original Research Articles employing qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods approaches, as well as Review Articles, including systematic, scoping, critical, integrative, and narrative reviews.

Submissions should demonstrate scholarly relevance, methodological or analytical rigor, and a clear contribution to existing knowledge.

RESEARCH AREAS

Disciplinary and Interdisciplinary Scope

The journal considers manuscripts addressing the following areas:

01   /   EDUCATION

Education

  • Digital Transformation and Educational Technology
  • Educational Policy, Leadership, and Governance
  • Inclusive Education, Equity, and Accessibility
  • Curriculum Development, Innovation, and Evaluation
  • Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
  • Pedagogical Approaches and Twenty-First-Century Skills
  • Local Wisdom and Culturally Responsive Education
  • Artificial Intelligence in Teaching, Learning, and Assessment

02   /   SOCIAL SCIENCES

Social Sciences

  • Digital Societies, Media, and Communication
  • Social and Economic Inequalities
  • Urbanization, Rural Development, and Migration
  • Gender Studies, Social Inclusion, and Empowerment
  • Public Policy, Governance, and Social Change
  • Mental Health, Psychology, and Community Resilience
  • Social Dimensions of Climate Change
  • Business, Management, Entrepreneurship, and Human Resource Development
  • Accounting, Finance, and Consumer Behavior
  • Tourism, Hospitality, and Community Development

03   /   HUMANITIES

Humanities

  • Cultural Heritage, Preservation, and Social Transformation
  • Language and Linguistic Studies in Contemporary and Digital Contexts
  • Literature, Representation, and Contemporary Society
  • Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, and Globalization
  • Globalization and Cultural Identity
  • Artistic Expression and Cultural Production in Digital Media
  • Historical Perspectives on Society and Social Movements

04   /   INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Interdisciplinary Studies

  • Education, Social Inclusion, and Community Empowerment
  • Human–Technology Interaction in Social and Cultural Contexts
  • Environmental Humanities, Culture, and Sustainability
  • Social Innovation and Sustainable Development
  • Human Behavior and Technology Adoption
  • Multiculturalism, Intercultural Communication, and Social Cohesion

SCHOLARLY CONTRIBUTION

APLIKATIF particularly encourages contributions that connect theoretical perspectives with empirical findings, critical synthesis, or contextually grounded analysis. Manuscripts addressing related or emerging topics may also be considered, provided they demonstrate a clear connection to the journal's focus and make a meaningful scholarly contribution.

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Further information on accepted article categories and manuscript preparation is provided in the journal's policies below.

Manuscript Types → Author Guidelines →

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APLIKATIF   |   Publisher: Lembaga Riset dan Inovasi Masyarakat Madani