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Now Published: Volume 11 – Issue 2 – IAFOR Journal of Education – Technology in Education
Welcome to the Technology Education Issue IAFOR Journal of Education: Volume 11 – Issue 2 – Technology in Education Editor: Michael P. Menchaca, University of Hawaii at Manoa Associate Editors: Daniel L. Hoffman, University of Hawaii at Manoa Devayani Tirthali, Research Associate, India Published: August 26, 2023 ISSN: 2187-0594 https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.11.2 Dear Readers, Another year, another …

Conference Report: The IAFOR European Conference Series 2023
The IAFOR European Conference Series 2023 (ECE/ECLL/ECAH/EGen2023), held between July 13–17, 2023 at SOAS University of London and UCL, UK, has successfully concluded, reinforcing The International Academic Forum (IAFOR)’s commitment to the advancement of international, intercultural and interdisciplinary study, teaching and research. With over 750 participants hailing from over 75 countries, the event underlined the …

Now Published: Volume 8 – Issue 1 – IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 8 – Issue 1 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: July 5, 2023 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.8.1 Dear Readers, Welcome to the summer 2023 issue of IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies. As the world is slowly digging itself out of the …

Conference Report: PCE/PCAH2023
The 2nd Paris Conference on Education (PCE2023) and The 2nd Paris Conference on the Arts & Humanities (PCAH2023) were held between June 16-19 at the Maison de la Chimie in Paris. These concurrent conferences illuminated the intricate nexus between Education and Arts & Humanities, providing attendees a vibrant forum to delve into the pedagogical intricacies …

Conference Report: ACAH/ACSS2023
From May 26-29, 2023, scholars and professionals convened at the Toshi Center Hotel in Tokyo for The 14th Asian Conference on Arts & Humanities (ACAH2023) and The 14th Asian Conference on the Social Sciences (ACSS2023). These tandem conferences emphasised the intrinsic links between the disciplines of Arts & Humanities and Social Sciences, offering a rigorous …

Conference Report: ACAS/ACCS2023
Between May 19-22, IAFOR hosted both The 13th Asian Conference on Asian Studies (ACAS2023) and The 13th Asian Conference on Cultural Studies (ACCS2023) at the Toshi Center Hotel in Tokyo. These parallel events illuminated the intricate intersections of Asian Studies and Cultural Studies, providing a multidisciplinary platform for scholars and professionals to delve deep into …

Conference Report: ERI2023
Held between April 21-24 at Virginia Tech in Washington DC, The 3rd IAFOR International Conference on Educational Research and Innovation (ERI2023) successfully brought together professionals and academics focused on the evolving landscape of education. The emphasis on both research and innovation was evident throughout, offering participants a comprehensive understanding of contemporary educational methodologies and strategies. …

Conference Report: ACP/ACERP/AGen2023
The 13th Asian Conference on Psychology & the Behavioral Sciences (ACP2023), The 13th Asian Conference on Ethics, Religion & Philosophy (ACERP2023) and The 9th Asian Conference on Aging & Gerontology (AGen2023), held from March 31, 2023 to April 3, 2023 at the Toshi Center Hotel, Tokyo, Japan, has successfully concluded, reinforcing The International Academic Forum …

Conference Report: ACEID2023
From March 27-30, 2023, Tokyo’s Toshi Center Hotel became a hub for innovative thoughts and ideas during The 9th Asian Conference on Education & International Development (ACEID2023). This conference was a shining example of IAFOR’s determination to champion interdisciplinary dialogues that propel education and international development into new horizons. This hybrid conference was held in …

Professor Jun Arima named President of IAFOR
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Jun Arima as the new President of IAFOR. He succeeds Ambassador Toshiya Hoshino in this role. The President is the senior academic officer of the organisation. In this role, Professor Arima is the Honorary Chair of the International Academic Advisory Board, as well as both the …

Professor Anne Boddington Named Executive Vice-President and Provost of IAFOR
IAFOR is happy to welcome Professor Anne Boddington to the senior management team. As Executive Vice-President and Provost of IAFOR, Professor Boddington will report to the Chairman and CEO, overseeing the academic programs, research and policies of the forum. She will also assist in managing the intersections of intellectual, economic, and operational processes such that …

IAFOR President Ambassador Toshiya Hoshino to Step Down
His Excellency Professor Toshiya Hoshino, has stepped down from the role of President of IAFOR as he takes on a senior position at the United Nations in Geneva. He was confirmed as an Inspector of the Joint Inspection Unit of the UN system (JIU) by the UN General Assembly. Ambassador Hoshino, who has served on …

Conference Report: SEACE2023
The 4th Southeast Asian Conference on Education (SEACE2023) successfully brought together professionals, enthusiasts, and experts from diverse backgrounds to explore, challenge, and celebrate the evolving landscape of education in the Southeast Asian region. This event, held in partnership with Singapore Management University (SMU) and the IAFOR Research Centre at the Osaka School of International Public …

Now Published: IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 7 – Issue 2
IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies: Volume 7 – Issue 2 Editor-in-Chief: Holger Briel, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), China Published: January 31, 2023 ISSN: 2187-4905 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijcs.7.2 Welcome to Volume 7 Issue 2 of the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies Dear Readers, According to one calendar, the year 2022 is already …

Now Published: IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities: Volume 9 – Issue 2
Welcome to the winter 2022 issue of IAFOR Journal of Arts and Humanities IAFOR Journal of Arts & Humanities: Volume 9 – Issue 2 Editor: Dr Alfonso J. García-Osuna Hofstra University and The City University of New York, United States Published: December 31, 2022 ISSN: 2187-0616 https://doi.org/10.22492/ijah.9.2 The winter 2023 Issue contains six articles plus …

IAFOR Journal of Education: Call for Papers
Volume 11 – Issue 1: The Language Learning in Education Issue Submissions open: Monday January 16, 2023 Submissions close: Friday February 24 (9am JST), 2023 Target publication date: Friday May 26, 2023 Educators engaged in teaching and researching the teaching and learning of second and additional languages continue to encounter new challenges and face the …

Now Published: Volume 10 – Issue 3 – IAFOR Journal of Education – Studies in Education
Welcome to the Studies in Education Issue IAFOR Journal of Education: Volume 10 – Issue 3 – Studies in Education Editor: Pearl Subban, Monash University, Australia Editor-in-Chief: Joseph Haldane Published: December 4, 2022 ISSN: 2187-0594 https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.10.3 Greetings readers! So much of our world has changed. Human interaction has been profoundly impacted by the global pandemic, …

IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies now in Scopus
We are delighted to announce that from summer 2022, the IAFOR Journal of Cultural Studies will be listed in Elsevier’s Scopus database. Scopus is the #1 curated abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature, covering over 23,000 journals. By being included in Scopus it will mean the visibility of research from the journal will be …

THE Campus Live Japan: Exclusive Discount for IAFOR Members
IAFOR is happy to support Times Higher Education (THE) as they launch their first Campus Live event in Japan this December 13-14 at Keio University, Tokyo, Japan. As a strategic partner for the event, IAFOR is happy to offer our Members, as well as registered delegates for The Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022), a 50% …

Announcing The Global Innovation Value Summit (GIVS2022)
As climate change affects people around the world, concepts like the UN’s SDGs and ESG frameworks have been pushed to the forefront of global discussion. Join IAFOR on November 18, 2022, as we host The Global Innovation Value Summit (GIVS2022), a symposium on the future of ESG and Value in collaboration with the IAFOR Research …

IAFOR Announces Partnership with Times Higher Education
IAFOR has entered a strategic partnership with London-based Times Higher Education (THE) to cooperate on events held in Japan, and globally. In an age where interconnectivity and internationalisation has become increasingly important, both organisations have recognised the value of higher education without borders. As event organisers, both IAFOR and Times Higher Education are aiming to …

Japan to Resume Visa-free Entry
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that Japan will resume visa-free entry for individual visitors on October 11, bringing border regulations back to pre-pandemic levels for the first time in over two years. Prior to the pandemic, 68 countries and regions, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and the United States, were permitted visa-free short-term travel …

Now Published: Volume 10 – Issue 2 – IAFOR Journal of Education –Technology in Education
Welcome to the Technology in Education Issue IAFOR Journal of Education: Volume 10 – Issue 2 – Technology in Education Editor: Michael P. Menchaca Associate Editors: Daniel L. Hoffman and Devayani Tirthali Editor-in-Chief: Joseph Haldane Published: August 27, 2022 ISSN: 2187-0594 https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.10.2 Greetings readers! The current issue comes to press amongst a sense of reflection …

Summer 2022 IAFOR Conference Report
In July, IAFOR hosted a series of conferences in Porto (ECADE2022) and London (ECE2022 / ECLL2022 / EGen2022 / ECAH2022 / EuroMedia2022), as it continued to refine and develop its hybrid conference model, offering an opportunity to reimagine events by enhancing and renewing engagement opportunities onsite, online and in hybrid form. It was no surprise …

SMU-IRC Lecture | Women and Innovation: Challenges and Opportunities
On June 29, IAFOR will be hosting a free online lecture titled “Women and Innovation: Challenges and Opportunities” in collaboration with The IAFOR Research Centre (IRC) at the Osaka School of International Public Policy (OSIPP), Osaka University, and Singapore Management University (SMU). This event is organised as part of SMU’s “Thought Leadership Series”, organised by …

Ambassador Toshiya Hoshino Named IAFOR President
The IAFOR Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of His Excellency Professor Toshiya Hoshino as the organisation’s new President. Ambassador Hoshino, who has served on the IAFOR Board of Directors since 2019, will succeed Professor Steve Cornwell, who passed in April of this year. The President of IAFOR is the senior academic …