About the Journal

Journal of Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Education (JELITA) is an academic journal dedicated to the dissemination of scholarly works in the field of early childhood education. The journal serves as a forum for the publication and exchange of academic knowledge, research findings, and educational perspectives related to teaching and learning in early childhood education.

JELITA is committed to supporting the development of knowledge and professional practices in early childhood education through the publication of high-quality scholarly works. The journal provides an academic space for researchers, lecturers, teachers, students, and education practitioners to share research findings, academic ideas, and perspectives that contribute to the advancement of early childhood education.

The journal recognizes the importance of early childhood education in supporting children's development and establishing meaningful foundations for lifelong learning. Therefore, JELITA encourages scholarly contributions that provide relevant insights into educational practices, learning experiences, and developments in early childhood education.

Through the publication of scholarly articles, JELITA aims to facilitate academic communication and encourage the exchange of knowledge among researchers, academics, educators, and practitioners. The journal also seeks to contribute to the continuous improvement of early childhood education by providing accessible scholarly information for the academic and professional community.

JELITA publishes articles that meet academic and scholarly standards and are relevant to the field of early childhood education. The journal welcomes contributions from both national and international authors and is intended to serve as a source of academic reference for individuals and institutions involved in early childhood education.

Aims and Scope

Journal of Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Education (JELITA) aims to disseminate scholarly research, academic perspectives, and innovative practices in early childhood education. The journal facilitates the exchange of knowledge among researchers, lecturers, teachers, students, practitioners, and other stakeholders to support the development of teaching, learning, and educational practices for young children.

JELITA welcomes original scholarly works that address the following areas:

1. Early Childhood Growth and Development
   Physical, cognitive, language, social-emotional, moral, and creative development of young children.

2. Teaching and Learning
   Teaching strategies, learning approaches, classroom practices, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

3. Curriculum and Learning Programs
   Curriculum development, implementation, evaluation, and educational program planning.

4. Play-Based Learning
   Learning through play, creative activities, and play-based approaches to children's development.

5. Learning Media and Educational Technology
   Educational media, digital learning resources, and technology-supported learning for young children.

6. Assessment and Evaluation
   Child development assessment, learning assessment, evaluation, documentation, and reporting.

7. Teacher Education and Professional Development
   Teacher competencies, pedagogical practices, teacher education, and professional development.

8. Parenting, Family, and Community Engagement
   Parenting practices, family involvement, parent-teacher partnerships, and community participation.

9. Inclusive Early Childhood Education
   Inclusive practices, diversity, accessibility, and educational support for children with diverse needs.

10. Learning Environment and Classroom Management
    Learning environments, classroom organization, teacher-child interaction, and classroom management.

11. Language and Literacy Development
    Early language development, communication, emergent literacy, and literacy learning.

12. Social-Emotional and Character Development
    Social-emotional development, character education, values, moral development, and interpersonal skills.

13. Health, Nutrition, and Child Well-Being
    Children's health, nutrition, physical activity, well-being, and physical development in educational contexts.

14. Educational Innovation and Contemporary Issues
    Educational innovations, emerging trends, challenges, policies, and current issues in early childhood education.

15. Other Relevant Issues
    Other scholarly topics that contribute to the development of early childhood education, teaching, learning, and child development.

JELITA accepts original research articles, literature reviews, conceptual studies, and other scholarly works that provide relevant academic contributions and practical implications for early childhood education.

Vision and Mission

Vision

To become a reputable academic journal that contributes to the advancement of knowledge, research, and professional practice in early childhood education, particularly in teaching and learning for young children.

Mission

1. To publish high-quality scholarly works in early childhood education that contribute to the development of knowledge and educational practice.

2. To disseminate research findings, academic perspectives, and innovative practices in teaching and learning for young children.

3. To facilitate academic communication and knowledge exchange among researchers, lecturers, teachers, students, and practitioners in early childhood education.

4. To promote meaningful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate teaching and learning practices for young children.

5. To support the continuous improvement and innovation of early childhood education through relevant and evidence-based scholarly contributions.