About the Journal

In a world where digital tools influence how people learn, communicate, work, and interact, the idea of literacy has broadened beyond traditional reading and writing. As the world grows more interconnected and reliant on digital technologies, the ability to explore, evaluate, and generate digital content has become an essential skill for people of all ages. Today, digital literacy refers to the ability to critically connect with technology, understand digital media, and participate in meaningful and responsible online communities. This skill extends across various disciplines including finance, economics, marketing, management, and social sciences, influencing how professionals and individuals engage in their respective sectors.

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning is an academic platform dedicated to increasing understanding and implementation of digital literacy in educational, professional, and societal contexts. The journal aims to investigate and track the evolving concept of digital literacy, not only as a fundamental educational competency, but also as a crucial aspect of both professional and personal development. The journal emphasizes the essential need to bridge the digital divide by delving into concepts of equity, accessibility, and ethics. It encourages discussion on the various global issues in developing digital literacies and provides inclusive solutions that empower people from all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. With its interdisciplinary approach, the Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning invites submissions from educators, technologists, researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals rom various disciplines like finance, economics, marketing, management, and social sciences, who are dedicated to developing digital literacy and improving learning outcomes in a rapidly changing world. Our objective is to help build a more educated, digitally skilled society capable of addressing the challenges of the 21^st century.

Scope

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning seeks to address the rapidly evolving area of digital literacy across diverse educational, professional, and societal contexts. Addressing a wide range of topics including digital literacy in education, technology-enhanced learning, policy and framework development, workplace and lifelong learning, cultural and social impacts of digital literacy and equity, access, and ethics in digital learning. The journal also focuses on the intersections of digital literacy with key fields such as finance, economics, marketing, management, and social sciences, and examines the implications of digital tools in these disciplines.

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning promotes scholarly research into how digital literacy is being integrated into formal education systems, professional environments, and everyday life. It investigates the teaching methodologies, policy frameworks, technology innovations, and societal implications that are influencing this rapidly evolving field. It provides an interdisciplinary platform for scholars, educators, policymakers, and technologists from disciplines including finance, economics, marketing, management, and the social sciences to share insights, research, and best practices relating to the development and integration of digital skills in learning environments.

Objectives of the Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning:

Advance Knowledge and Research

The main objective of this journal is to publish innovative, high-quality research that enriches both theoretical and practical understanding of digital literacy and learning, and serve as a platform for interdisciplinary research encompassing education, technology, and policy studies.

Foster Global Dialogue

Journal of digital literacy and learning aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among scholars, educators, and professionals around the globe, and to bring up dynamic global perspectives on digital literacy challenges and learning solutions.

Workplace Digital Literacy and Professional Development:

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning seeks to publish research on the skills essential for professionals to thrive in a digital economy, such as digital collaboration and data management, as well as studies on how businesses and organizations incorporate digital literacy training into their learning and development programs.

Influence Policy and Practice:

Journal of digital literacy and learning aims to offer policymakers, educational institutions, and organizations insights and suggestions on digital literacy standards and practices, and to establish future initiatives and policies aimed at bridging the digital gap and expanding access to digital literacy for everyone.

Support Digital Pedagogies:

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning is looking for practical guidance and case studies on novel teaching approaches and tools for digital literacy in classrooms and learning environments, as well as to promote best practices and innovative technologies that improve digital learning experiences.

Highlight Ethical and Social Responsibility:

The Journal's aim is to promote responsible digital citizenship and ethical debate on digital learning and literacy challenges such as privacy, equity, and access.

Encourage Lifelong Learning:

The journal's objective is to promote the development of digital literacy not only in formal education but throughout life, allowing individuals to adapt to the ever-changing digital landscape and to provide a platform for looking up innovative approaches to lifelong and workplace learning in the digital era.

Promote Ethical and Responsible Digital Engagement:

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning addresses ethical dilemmas in digital literacy, such as privacy, digital security, and responsible use of online content, and also encouraging research that encourages responsible online conduct and reduces misinformation.

Encourage Cultural and Global Perspectives on Digital Literacy

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning aims to address how digital literacy is defined and developed in different cultural and socioeconomic contexts. In addition, how local cultures and indigenous groups adapt digital literacy into traditional knowledge systems. The journal welcomes manuscripts on ethical online involvement, cross-cultural communication, and global awareness.

Digital Literacy for Social Change and Community Learning

The Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning aims to publish research on how digital literacy can improve social movements, civic engagement, community development, and reduce socioeconomic disparities in a digital society.

Publication and Review Process

Journal of Digital Literacy and Learning publishes two issues each year, in January and July, following a structured submission and review process:

Manuscript Submission: Submissions are accepted in November and March.
Desk Review and Plagiarism Check: Submissions undergo an initial desk review, and papers must meet guidelines with a similarity index below 19%.
Blind Peer Review: Manuscripts are reviewed by two external reviewers over a six-week period.
Feedback Communication: Review reports are provided to authors for manuscript revisions within one week.
Revisions: Authors are given two weeks for major revisions and a week for minor ones.
Revised Submission Review: The editorial team cross-checks revisions to ensure reviewer comments are fully incorporated.
Final Decision: A decision on the manuscript is communicated within one week.

By maintaining this rigorous review and revision process, the journal upholds high standards in research and ensures impactful contributions which empower learners, and foster informed digital citizenship in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.