The Sri Guru Nanak Dev Education Trust – Journal of Research in Education and Social Sciences (SGNDET-JRESS) is a national, peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal published on a bi-monthly basis. It provides an inclusive and credible platform for academicians, researchers, practitioners, professionals, policymakers, and students to publish high-quality research that contributes to theoretical advancement, empirical validation, and applied practices in the fields of Education, Social Sciences, and allied disciplines.

The journal’s primary objectives are to:

• Promote academic excellence by publishing original, innovative, and impactful research.
• Encourage interdisciplinary dialogue that bridges educational, social, cultural, economic, technological, and political domains.
• Bridge theory and practice by featuring both conceptual papers and application-driven case studies.
• Support young researchers and early-career scholars by providing an international platform for academic visibility and recognition.
• Foster global knowledge sharing while maintaining sensitivity to local, cultural, and regional contexts.

SGNDET-JRESS accepts contributions in the form of empirical studies, conceptual frameworks, policy papers, case analyses, simulation models, literature reviews, book reviews, and critical commentaries, thereby presenting a comprehensive and holistic perspective on contemporary issues in education and social sciences.

Scope

The scope of SGNDET-JRESS is broad, multidisciplinary, and Global in nature. The journal aims to deepen the understanding of educational systems, teaching-learning processes, human development, and social transformations. It invites manuscripts that:

• Address current challenges and emerging opportunities in education and society.
• Offer comparative perspectives across countries, cultures, and regional contexts.
• Apply innovative methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches.
• Emphasize practical relevance for educators, policymakers, and community leaders.
• Highlight global trends while valuing local and indigenous knowledge systems.

Core Areas of Interest

Education

• Education Policy, Planning, and Leadership
• Curriculum Innovation, Research, and Development
• Pedagogy Enhancement, Teaching Methodologies, and Assessment
• Professional Development and Evaluation of Teachers
• Digital and Technology-Integrated Learning Environments
• Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Human-Computer Interaction in Education
• Learning Analytics, Big Data, and Future Trends in Education
• Online, Mobile, and Ubiquitous Learning Systems
• Games, Simulations, and Interactive Learning Tools
• Social Media, Blogs, Wikis, and Collaborative Platforms in Education
• Counselor Education and Student Development Programs
• Comparative and Global Education Studies
• Educational Inclusion, Equity, and Lifelong Learning
• Virtual Laboratories and Remote Access Education
• 21st Century Skills, Employability, and Workforce Readiness
• Any other topic related to this area.

Social Sciences

• Economics, Commerce, and Business Management
• Political Science, Governance, and Public Policy
• Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy, and Anthropology
• History, Heritage, and Cultural Studies
• Population Studies, Demography, and Human Rights
• Geography, Environment, and Sustainable Development
• Social Work, Community Studies, and Human Development
• Visual Arts, Performing Arts, and Creative Studies
• Tourism, Hospitality, and Global Mobility
• Physical Education, Sports, and Human Wellness
• Mass Communication, Journalism, and Media Studies
• Law, Human Rights, and Justice Studies
• Library and Information Science in the Digital Era
• Interdisciplinary Studies addressing contemporary global issues
• Any other topic related to this area.

Open Access Policy

SGNDET-JRESS is committed to the principles of Open Access (OA). All published content is freely available online without restrictions, ensuring that knowledge is accessible to the widest possible audience.

• Readers: May freely read, download, print, copy, distribute, and share published works without subscription or access fees.
• Authors: Retain ownership of their intellectual contributions while granting distribution rights under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC-BY).
• Visibility: Articles are indexed and archived in widely recognized academic databases and search engines, ensuring global reach and maximum citation potential.
• Impact: Open Access removes financial and institutional barriers, allowing educators, researchers, practitioners, and students worldwide—especially in developing regions—to benefit from and contribute to the body of knowledge.

By endorsing Open Access, SGNDET-JRESS reaffirms its belief that education and social sciences research should serve society, transcending geographical, cultural, and economic boundaries.

Vision Statement

The vision of SGNDET-JRESS is to evolve as a globally recognized, impactful academic journal that not only disseminates cutting-edge research but also inspires critical thinking, innovation, and social responsibility. Rooted in the values of the Sri Guru Nanak Dev Education Trust, the journal aspires to:

• Encourage ethical research practices that uphold academic integrity and originality.
• Provide a credible platform for both young and established scholars to share and develop their research.
• Promote cross-cultural academic dialogue and international cooperation.
• Contribute to building an inclusive, sustainable, and future-ready knowledge society.

Through its commitment to academic quality, open knowledge, and social impact, SGNDET-JRESS aims to become a trusted voice in the global academic community.