Call for papers: Reimagining Global Education through Artificial Intelligence, Pedagogical Innovation, and Sustainable Interdisciplinary Learning

2026-06-17

Guest Editor (s)

  • Prof. (Dr.) Anuj Kumar, Rushford Business School, Switzerland, E: anuj.kumar@rushford.ch, Orcid-ID: 0000-0002-1205-2794
  • Dr. Sonal Trivedi, Manav Rachna University, Faridabad, India, Orcid-ID: 0000-0001-8711-2977
  • Dr. Miguel Sahagun, High Point University, North Carolina, United States, Orcid-ID: 0000-0002-6962-4714

Global education is undergoing a profound transformation driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving pedagogical paradigms, and an increasing commitment to sustainability and inclusivity. Among these developments, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful catalyst for reshaping teaching, learning, assessment, student support, and institutional decision-making. Simultaneously, pedagogical innovation is fostering more engaging, learner-centered, and flexible educational environments that prepare students to thrive in an interconnected and complex world.

As higher education institutions continue to internationalize and diversify their student populations, there is a growing need to develop sustainable and interdisciplinary approaches that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. Such approaches can equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and global competencies required to address pressing societal challenges while enhancing academic success, intercultural understanding, and lifelong learning.

This special issue seeks to advance scholarly discourse on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, pedagogical innovation, and sustainable interdisciplinary learning within global and international education contexts. It welcomes theoretical, empirical, methodological, and practice-based contributions that explore how emerging technologies and innovative educational practices can foster equitable, inclusive, and sustainable learning experiences for diverse student communities, particularly international students.

Suggested Key Themes and Sub-Themes

Artificial Intelligence in Education

  • Generative AI and student learning experiences
  • AI-enabled teaching, tutoring, and mentoring systems
  • Learning analytics and predictive student success models
  • AI-driven assessment and feedback mechanisms
  • Ethical, responsible, and inclusive AI in education
  • AI literacy and digital competencies for students and educators

AI, Pedagogical Innovation and Future-Ready Learning

  • Student-centered and active learning approaches
  • Flipped, blended, and hybrid learning models
  • Experiential and project-based learning
  • Innovative assessment and evaluation practices
  • Personalized and adaptive learning environments
  • Faculty development for technology-enhanced teaching

Sustainable Education and Global Citizenship

  • Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
  • Sustainability competencies and curriculum transformation
  • Social responsibility and ethical leadership education
  • Global citizenship and intercultural learning
  • Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in education
  • Sustainable institutional practices and policies

AI Policy, Governance, and Future Directions

  • Institutional policies for AI adoption in higher education
  • Governance frameworks for ethical educational technologies
  • Quality assurance in AI-enhanced learning
  • Regulatory challenges and opportunities
  • International perspectives on digital transformation
  • Future trends shaping global higher education

Expected Contributions

The special issue encourages submissions that advance theory, provide empirical evidence, present innovative practices, offer policy insights, and offer interdisciplinary perspectives. Contributions should demonstrate how AI, pedagogical innovation, and sustainable interdisciplinary learning can collectively enhance educational quality, inclusivity, student success, and global engagement in higher education.

Deadline: Full Paper Submission open: 1st July’2026; Last Date of Submission: 30th March’2027

For query: anuj.kumar@rushford.ch

How to submit: 

  • create an account at https://www.ojed.org/jise/submission
  • upload manuscript under "Education, Technology and Scientific Innovation" Section