Call for Papers

Propose a Special Issue

The Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice invites proposals for special issues on contemporary themes associated with effective and innovative teaching and learning practice in higher education. Special issues should appeal to an international audience.

To propose a special issue, please complete the Special Issue Proposal and return it to the Senior Editor, Special Issues, Dr. Cassandra Colvin at c.colvin@ecu.edu.au.

The Journal periodically issues specific calls for Special Issues but also accepts unsolicited proposals.

Special Issues with Calls for Proposals

Generative AI and the New Ethical Landscapes of Higher Education Practice

For publication in the Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice. Proposals due: 30 March 2025.

Download the Call for Proposals

Guest Editors

Timeline

  • Proposals due: 20 June 2025 (extended)
  • Acceptance notifications: 30 June 2025
  • Presentation of working paper at the 2nd International Conference on AI in Higher Education 2025: 25–26 September 2025
  • Full articles due: 30 September 2025
  • Final revised articles due: 1 January 2026
  • Final publication: 20 February 2026

Submission & Further Information

We invite proposals up to a 400 word limit to be submitted via JUTLP’s submission portal. For submission,  an identified and deidentified version of your proposal and a short cover letter will be required. When submitting, select the section “Special Issue: Generative AI Ethical Landscapes”.

Proposals will be assessed against the following criteria:

  • Purpose
  • Design/methodology/approach
  • Findings
  • Originality
  • Implications for research/policy/practice

Crucial to an abstract’s acceptance will be its alignment to the aims and themes outlined in the Call for Proposal.

Our journal adheres to APA 7 style. Further information about our style requirements, and links to templates, can be found on the Submissions tab. 

For inquiries about the special issue, please contact the issue's Lead Guest Editor: 

For other journal related inquiries please contact Dr Harold Culala, JUTLP Associate Editor:

 

Artificial Intelligence in Computer Science Education

For publication in the Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice. Proposals due: 30 March 2025.

Download the Call for Proposals

Guest Editors

Timeline

  • Proposals due: 30 April 2025
  • Acceptance notifications: 15 May 2025
  • Full articles due: 30 July 2025
  • Final revised articles due: 1 November 2025
  • Final publication: 1 February 2026

Submission & Further Information

We invite proposals up to a 400 word limit to be submitted via JUTLP’s submission portal. For submission,  an identified and deidentified version of your proposal and a short cover letter will be required. When submitting, select the section “Special Issue: Artificial Intelligence in Computer Science”.

Proposals will be assessed against the following criteria:

  • Purpose
  • Design/methodology/approach
  • Findings
  • Originality
  • Implications for research/policy/practice

Crucial to an abstract’s acceptance will be its alignment to the aims and themes outlined in the Call for Proposal.

Our journal adheres to APA 7 style. Further information about our style requirements, and links to templates, can be found on the Submissions tab. 

For inquiries or to submit an abstract, contact: Dr. Vasileios Paliktzoglou or Dr. Eriona Çela.

Forthcoming Special Issues (Closed for Submission)

Beyond Western Paradigms for University Teaching and Learning Practice

Guest Editors

  • Professor Thembeka Shange, University of South Africa, South Africa
  • Professor Chaka Chaka, University of South Africa, South Africa
  • Professor Fiona Te Momo, Massey University, New Zealand
  • Professor Rona Tamiko Halualani, San José State University, United States

Timeline

  • Proposals due: 31 August 2024
  • Acceptance notifications: 30 September 2024
  • Full articles due: 31 March 2025
  • Final revised articles due: 1 July 2025
  • Final publication: 15 September 2025