Alanyazın (CRES Journal - Journal of Critical Review of Educational Sciences) is an international, refereed academic journal published biannually. The journal aims to advance critical discourse in educational sciences by publishing high-quality review articles that synthesize and evaluate scientific knowledge across interdisciplinary fields.

Alanyazın (CRES Journal) seeks to:

1. Critically analyze and integrate knowledge from a diverse array of disciplines, including but not limited to philosophy, sociology, psychology, political science, economics, information technologies, and statistics, to foster a deeper understanding of educational phenomena.
2. Address contemporary challenges and opportunities in education, such as equity, diversity, sustainability, digital transformation, and global citizenship.
3. Provide a holistic perspective on educational theories, policies, and practices by offering systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and critical appraisals of existing literature.
4. Serve as a bridge between theory and practice, delivering actionable insights for educators, administrators, policymakers, and researchers.
5. Promote the global exchange of ideas by encouraging submissions from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.

Alanyazın (CRES Journal) focuses on contributions that:

• Explore the intersection of education with emerging trends like artificial intelligence, online learning, and decolonized curricula.
• Offer comparative and international perspectives on educational systems, policies, and practices.
• Engage with ongoing debates on the future of education and provide recommendations for transformative change.

Voices of Experts

• In addition to peer-reviewed scholarly articles, Alanyazın (CRES Journal) is committed to elevating the voices of seasoned professors and experts in the field of educational sciences.
• We invite contributions that offer critical analyses, reflective insights, and informed perspectives on educational practices, policies, and scientific advancements. These non-peer-reviewed submissions will provide a unique platform for experts to share their wisdom, critique prevailing trends, and propose innovative approaches to advancing educational sciences.
• By including these expert voices, Alanyazın (CRES Journal) aims to enrich the discourse, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and its practical implications in the academic and professional realms.

Specific Focuses and Types of Articles in Alanyazın (CRES Journal)

Alanyazın (CRES Journal) publishes high-quality scholarly work that critically reviews, synthesizes, and evaluates educational knowledge and practices. The journal focuses on non-empirical contributions and welcomes submissions in the following categories:

Types of Articles

1. Review Articles: Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and meta-syntheses that consolidate existing research and offer new insights.
2. Theoretical Articles: Papers that advance or critique educational theories and frameworks.
3. Critical Analyses: In-depth evaluations of current debates, trends, or practices in education.
4. Comments on Previous Studies: Scholarly critiques or reflections on notable published works.
5. Brief Reports: Short but impactful analyses or perspectives on emerging topics.
6. Book, Journal, or Project Reviews: Analytical reviews of significant books, academic journals, or research projects in education.
7. Policy and Institute Reviews: Evaluations of educational policies, institutions, or historical movements.
8. Monographs and Historical Research: Detailed studies or historical investigations in educational sciences.
9. Ecole or Paradigm Reviews: Reviews focusing on specific schools of thought or educational paradigms.
10. Conference Reviews and Reflections: Summaries and analyses of key insights from educational conferences and any type of scientific meetings.
11. Biographies and Autobiographies: Scholarly accounts of influential educators, theorists, or policymakers.
12. Methodological Articles: Discussions on research methods in educational studies, particularly those relevant to reviews.
13. Interdisciplinary Studies: Articles integrating knowledge from multiple disciplines to address educational challenges.
14. Letters to the Editor and Commentary: Opinions, reflections, or critiques addressing educational topics or prior articles.

Specific Focus Areas
• Articles must primarily contribute to critical reviews, syntheses, or theoretical discussions.
• Submissions should align with Alanyazın (CRES Journal)'s goal of bridging theory and practice, offering practical insights for educators, researchers, and policymakers.
• Alanyazın (CRES Journal) explicitly excludes empirical/research articles based on original data collection, except when they are part of a systematic review or meta-analysis.

Period Months

May November