About the Journal
About the Journal
The Normal Lights Journal of Education Plus is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal for educators that provides a platform for innovative research and practices in education and other related fields. The journal aims to bridge gaps between theory, research, and practice, fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas among education stakeholders. Submissions in this journal contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals.
The journal focuses on publishing high-quality, impactful studies that contribute to the advancement of education as a dynamic and evolving field. Its inclusive approach invites submissions from various disciplines intersecting with education, ensuring the dissemination of knowledge that addresses contemporary global and local education challenges and futures of education. Submissions should include implications to education quality.
The themes are the following: Core Knowledge and Instructional Practices (Content Knowledge and Pedagogy, Learning Environment, Diversity of Learners), Curriculum Studies, Learners' Assessment, Community Linkages and Service Learning, and Teacher Professional Development.
Focus and Scope
The Normal Lights: Journal of Education Plus publishes original empirical research articles, review papers, theoretical articles, and policy articles in the following thematic areas:
Core Themes:
- Core Knowledge and Instructional Practices (Content Knowledge and Pedagogy, Learning Environment, Diversity of Learners)
- Curriculum Studies (Planning, Design, Development, Implementation, Assessment and Evaluation, Comparative and Historical Studies)
- Learners' Assessment (Assessment “of”, “for”, and “as” Learning)
- Community Linkages and Service Learning
- Teacher Professional Development
The journal supports an extensive array of fields including but not limited to STEAM/STEM Education, Education in other Fields (e.g., sports, engineering), Education in Social Science and Humanities, Basic Education and Early Childhood Care and Development, Action Research, Investigatory Projects, and Graduate and Undergraduate Research.
Sections:
a. Empirical Research
The Empirical Research Articles section of The Normal Lights: Journal of Education Plus publishes original research that bridges the gap between theory and practice within the education landscape. These articles focus on systematic inquiry across core themes, including instructional practices, curriculum studies, and teacher professional development. A full-length manuscript in this section typically adheres to a limit of 6,000 words, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the research problem and its implications for educational quality.
Based on the traditional requirements and specific sections of the journal, the manuscript is organized into the following parts:
Abstract: The abstract provides a standalone summary of the study, covering its purpose, methodology, principal results, and major conclusions, with a word-limit of 150.
Introduction: This part outlines the background and significance of the research problem. It includes a review of the related literature, the study's objectives or research questions, and the theoretical or conceptual framework that grounds the inquiry.
Methodology: Authors must detail the research design, the research process, and the data collection methods. This section explains how interventions were developed or assessed and describes the participants or information sources involved to ensure the study is transparent and replicable.
Results: The results section presents the discoveries, outcomes, or observed changes resulting from the study. Data should be presented clearly, with evidence from the analysis, to address the initial research questions.
Discussion: This section provides an in-depth analysis of the findings, highlighting their significance and implications for teaching and learning. It relates the results back to the broader educational context and existing literature.
Conclusion and Recommendations: The conclusion summarizes the study’s contributions and impact. It proposes actionable recommendations for practice, policy, or future research to improve educational outcomes.
b. Review Articles
Review papers include critical, integrative reviews of studies and theoretical papers in education at any level and discipline that respond to the futures of education and its implications to educators' quality, towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. Manuscripts in this category present alternative and/or sustainable solutions to educational research problems and challenges using the review approach, including interpretations, conceptualizations, scoping, bibliometric, systematic, meta-synthesis, or meta-analysis of literature and scholarly work. This may include theoretical, integrative, methodological, and thematic reviews.
Systematic Review Meta Analysis Meta Synthesis (5000-6000 words)
- Title
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Methods (Search strategy, Selection criteria, Data extraction process, Analysis and process)
- Results
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
Bibliometric Review (2500-3000 words)
- Title
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Data Collection (Search strategy, Selection criteria, Data extraction, Methodology, Bibliometric indicators, Tools and software, Techniques)
- Results (Publication trends, Citation analysis, Collaboration patterns, Visualization)
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
Scoping
- Title
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Data Collection (Bibliometric indicators)
- Result and analysis
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
Theoretical Review
- Title
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Background and Context
- Characteristics of Theories
- Comparisons
- Critical Evaluation
- Synthesis
- Implications
- Conclusion
- References
Interpretative and Conceptual Review
- Title
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Methodology (Eligibility, Criteria, Information, Sources and Search Strategy, Data Extraction - Process, Screening and Selection Process)
- Results
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References
c. Theoretical Articles
Theoretical articles present an argument or a discussion that is focused on renewing theoretical debates in education and other related fields and show how theory is related to practice. Additionally, researches on the history of the development of ideas relating to education are also accepted. Submissions that include original data or experimental material bearing on theory will be considered (e.g., comparative study, statistical data analysis, computer simulations, field observations, philosophical arguments). Highly speculative papers not based on current education or other related fields’ knowledge will not be accepted. Full-length theoretical articles should be within 5,000-6,000 words only.
Basic Parts:
Abstract: Summarize the study by stating the main argument, principal results, and major conclusions in 150-200 words.
Introduction: Outline the background of the study, its aims, and a summary of existing literature, and the issue under discussion.
Main Text: Contains the body of the article, which may be broken into subsections with short headings.
Conclusion: State the main conclusion and an explanation to its relevance or importance in the field.
d. Policy Articles
Policy articles present a concise summary of discussions that inform stakeholders towards the understanding of, and eventually making decisions, about various policies related to education. These articles offer an objective overview of relevant and timely research efforts and provide policy options and advocate courses of action. Through clear and direct use of language, policy articles encourage the engagement of non-specialist readers emphasizing practical implications of education research. Consequently, policy articles synthesize scientific findings in empowering the readers to decide on specific issues thereby prompting decisions and actions stemming from policy debates and research outcomes in the education landscape.
Basic Parts:
Abstract: includes a brief statement on the a) purpose/objective of the study b) results/findings of the study, c) methods used, d) framework adopted
Introduction: includes review of related literature, motivations, objectives/research questions/problems, theoretical framework
Methods: proposed methods in addressing the objectives/research questions/problems
Results: data analysis, comparison if applicable)
Conclusions and Recommendations:
References: include default format e.g. APA
Usage
- 183,460 article views and 121,714 article downloads (January to December 2025)
- 2,849 Users (January 2026)
Google Citation
- h-index: 18
- i10 index: 41
- Total citations: 1,424
Speed/acceptance
- 44 days avg. from submission to first decision
- 162 days avg. from submission to first post-review decision
- 23 days avg. from acceptance to publication
- 10% acceptance rate
Advisory Board
Editorial Board
Dr. Sabeeha Hamza Dehham, University of Babylon, Iraq
Prof. Catherine Young, PhD.,M.Ed., B.Ed. (Hons), Course Leader for MA Literacy Programme Development, United Kingdom
Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Marie Paz E. Morales, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Associate Editor
Dr. Caesar P. Palisoc, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Arlyne C. Marasigan, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Teresita T. Rungduin, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Celina P. Sarmiento, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Nina Christina L. Zamora, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Nikolee Marie S. Reyes, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Wensley M. Reyes, University of the Philippines - Manila, Philippines
Dr. Inero V. Ancho, University of the Philippines - Los Baños, Philippines
Editorial Staff
WEB EDITOR
Patricia Mae C. Purificacion, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
JOURNAL STAFF
Nicole Angela R. Cruz, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
TECHNICAL STAFF
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LAYOUT AND GRAPHIC ARTIST
Mars M. Majul, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Editorial Review Board
Dr. Jessie Png Lay Hoon, National Institute of Education, Singapore
Prof. Kei Koga, School of Social Sciences Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Prof. Madya Dr. Wan Azlinda Binti Wan Mohamed, Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia
Dr. Vonzell Agosto, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies University of South Florida, USA
Prof. Reynaldo M. Cacho, Assistant Professor Philippine Normal University-South Luzon, Philippines
Dr. Linda Valli, Professor Emerita, College of Education University of Maryland, USA
Dr. Alejandro Iborra, Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Netherlands
Dr. Sabeeha Hamza Dehham, College of Basic Education University of Babylon, Iraq
Dr. Clive Aspin, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
Dr. Brian D. Joseph, Ohio State University, USA
Dr. James A H Mclellan, MA, BA (Hons), Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei
Dr. Bambang Suryadi, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University, Indonesia
Dr. Renuka A/p V Sthasivam, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Prof. Jose Mathew P. Luga, University of the Philippines-Baguio, Philippines
Dr. Crist John M. Pastor, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Corey L. M. Keyes, Emory University, USA
Dr. Darwin C. Rungduin, Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Philippines
Dr. Wee Hock Ann Lee, Department of English Language & Literature National University of Singapore, Singapore
Dr. Aileen Ng Cheng Cheng, School of Humanities Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Prof. David Michael San Juan, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Vicente Chua Reyes Jr., School of Education University of Queensland, Australia
Associate Prof. Dr. Abdul Halim bin Masnan, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia
Datin Associate Prof. Dr. Sharifah Norul Akmar Binti Syed Zamri, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Teresa Ogina, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Dr. Joselito delos Reyes, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Prof. Rodney Jubilado, University of Hawaii, USA
Dr. Samuel Adeyemo, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Dr. Mohamad Termizi Borhan, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia
Associate Prof. Dr. Dorothy Dewitt, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Emil C. Alcantara, Batangas State University, Philippines
Associate Prof. Dr. Ahmad Zabidi Bin Abd, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Prof. Imee C. Acosta, Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar, Qatar
Dr. Angelito Calma, The University of Melbourne, Australia
Dr. Adonis P. David, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Darin Jan C. Tindowen, University of Saint Louis, Philippines
Dr. Lorelei C. Tabago, Isabela State University, Philippines
Dr. Daryll Ace Cornell, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Philippines
Dr. Stamatios Papadakis, University of Crete, Greek
Dr. Edwehna Elinore S. Paderna, University of the Philippines – Diliman, Philippines
Dr. Sheryl Lyn C. Monterola, University of the Philippines – Diliman, Philippines
Dr. Sterling Plata, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Craig Mertler, Arizona State University, USA
Dr. Francisco Perlas Dumanig, University of Hawaii, USA
Dr. Paolo Nino M. Valdez, De La Salle University – Manila, Philippines
Dr. Eric Friginal, Georgia State University, USA
Dr. Peter Charles Sinclair Taylor, Murdoch University – Australia, Australia
Dr. Betsy Ng, National Institute of Education, Singapore
Dr. Jovito C. Anito, Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Philippines
Dr. Jake M. Laguador, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Philippines
Dr. Feorillo Petronilo A. Demeterio III, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Handjoko Permana, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
Prof. Anne Pazaver, World Maritime University, Sweden
Dr. Minie Rose Lapinid, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Ronnel King, Hong Kong Institute of Technology, China
Dr. Michael Anthony B. Mantala, UPNISMED, Philippines
Dr. Rodulfo S. Treyes, UPNISMED, Philippines
Dr. Matthew A. Eichler, Texas State University, USA
Dr. Socorro Aguja, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Tae Rim Lee, Korea National Open University, South Korea
Dr. Sayantan Mandal, Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, India
Dr. D. Uma Devi, Gayatri Vidya Parashid, College of Engineering, India
Dr. K.P. Joo, Pennsylvania State University, USA
Dr. Milan Pol, Masaryk University, Czech Republic
Dr. Pushpanadham Karanam, The M.S.University of Baroda India, India
Dr. Jomar Empaynado, Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
Dr. Ines Gil Jaurena, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia, Spain
Dr. Cesario A. Bacosa, Holy Trinity University, Philippines
Dr. Voltaire Mistades, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Rizaldi C. Nocon, De La Salle - College of St. Benilde, Philippines
Dr. Mohd Asri Mohd Nor, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia
Dr. Leonora N. Palansigui, Philippine Women's University, Philippines
Prof. Mae Ran Park, Pukyong National University, South Korea
Dr. Maricar Prudente, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Twila G. Punsalan, AusAID Philippines, Philippines
Dr. Isabel N. Quita, San Francisco State University, USA
Dr. Elizabeth R. Ramos, St. Paul University, Philippines
Dr. Gil Nonato G. Santos, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Sri Harto, S. Pd, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Dr. Melchor A. Tatlonghari, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Topsie Ruannie F. Tupaz, National Institute of Education, Singapore
Dr. Soledad A. Ulep, UP-NISMED, Philippines
Dr. Carlo Magno, National University, Philippines
Dr. Dina S. Ocampo, Department of Education, Philippines
Dr. Nabeel Abedalaziz, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Adelaida C. Gines, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Leonora Fernandez, Manila Doctors Hospital, Philippines
Dr. Marlene Ferido, UP-NISMED, Philippines
Dr. Myrna D. Nicolas, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Dr. Paulo Nino M. Valdez, Philippine Journal of Linguistics, Philippines
Dr. Cecilia M. Mendiola, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Josephine Daguman, Summer Institute of Linguistics, USA
Dr. Haileng Chin, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Brenda B. Corpuz, Department of Education, Philippines
Dr. Supachai A. Basit, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Philippines
Dr. Mark Charles Baildon, National Institute of Education, Singapore
Prof Madya Dr Mohd Hassan Abdullah, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia
Dr. Elvira L. Arellano, West Visayas State University, Philippines
Prof. Dr. Tatang Herman, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
Prof. Madya Dr Raja Nor Safinas Raja Harun, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia
Dr. Genaro V. Japos, International Association of Multidisciplinary Research, Philippines
Dr. Auxencia Limjap, Far Eastern University, Philippines
Dr. Aileen Wang, Manila Doctors Hospital, Philippines
Dr. Razak Abd Samad Yahya, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia
Dr. Glen R. Mangali, Colegio De San Juan De Letran – Manila, Philippines
Dr. Heidi B. Macahilig, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Judy Cañero Bautista, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Rowena DT. Baconguis, University of the Philippines - Los Baños, Philippines
Prof. Kavitha R V, PES University, India
Prof. Ikhfan Haris, PhD, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo, Indonesia
Daniel Joseph E. Berdida, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Dr. Denis A. Tan, Central Mindanao University, Philippines
Dr. Josephine Luz De Leon-Pineda, Don Honorio Ventura State University, Philippines
Dr. Enriquita Reston, University of San Carlos, Philippines
Dr. Rodney T. Cajimat, Nueva Vizcaya State University - Bambang Campus, Philippines
Associate Prof. Dr. Ahmad Zabidi Bin Abdul Razak, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Ryan V. Lansangan, University of Santo Thomas, Philippines
Associate Prof. Dr. Juliana Binti Othman, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Cecilia Junio Sabio, Asian Institute for Distance Education, Philippines
Dr. Romiro G. Bautista, Quirino State University, Philippines
Dr. Imee C. Acosta, Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar, Qatar
Dr. Melissa T. Bartolome, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Jaeriel Rala Bersamina, Department of Education, Philippines
Jan Christian C. Gube, The Education University of Hong Kong, China
Dr. Witawat Jangiam, Università di Bologna, Italy
Massimiliano Tarozzi, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines
Prof. Rosario Torres-Yu, University of the Philippines, Philippines
Prof. Zion Michal, Bar Ilan University, Israel
Dr. Ira C. Valenzuela, Technological University of the Philippines, Philippines
Prof. Chin Hai-Leng, PhD, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Dr. Milano O. Torres, First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities, Philippines
Paul Downes, Dublin City University, Ireland
Dr. Venancio Mendiola, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Martin Oliver, UCL Institute of Education, United Kingdom
Dr. Rodney C. Jubilado, University of Hawaii, USA
Dr. Ferdinand Bulusan, Cagayan State University, Philippines
Dr. Von Anthony Torio, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Prof. Nomanesi Madikizela-Madiya, PhD, University of South Africa, South Africa
Dr. Tupas Topsie Ruanni Fernandez, National Institute of Education, Singapore
Dr. Lionel Hock Ann Wee, National University of Singapore, Singapore
Dr. Wilfred V. Espulgar, Osaka University, Japan
Prof. Pee Choon Toh, PhD, National Institute of Education, Singapore
Dr. Victoria Uvas, Philippine Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Chenee Dino, Far Eastern University, Philippines
Dr. Luigi Saludez, Southern Luzon State University, Philippines
Dr. Rochelle Irene Garcia Lucas, De La Salle University, Philippines
Dr. Arra Q. Abaniel, Ramon Magsaysay State University, Philippines
Dr. Helen Boholano, Cebu Normal University, Philippines
Dr. Maria Azela L. Tamayo, Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation, Lucena City, Philippines
Michaela Jennarine DL. Cruz, Wesleyan University – Philippines, Philippines
Dr. Adelyne C. Abrea, Philippine Normal University – Mindanao, Philippines
Dr. Amcy Esteban, Department of Education - Manila, Philippines
Dr. Bernadeth T. Abequibel, Western Mindanao State University, Philippines
Dr. Louie Dasas, University of Sto. Tomas, Philippines
Abstracting and Indexing
1. Andrew Gonzales Philippine Citation Index
2. EBSCO
4. Crossref
Publishing Schedule
Articles in this journal are published bi-annually (every June and December).
The journal publishes two (2) issues per year: No. 1 issue for January to June and No. 2 issue for July to December.
Publication Details
Print ISSN: 1656-4413
Online EISSN: 2350-6733
2 online issues and 2 print issues
Special Issues
Special Issues are curated collections of articles centered on a timely and significant topic that closely aligns with the aims and scope of TNL. These issues are expected to attract sufficient high-quality papers to warrant a dedicated issue. Special Issues are edited either by the Co-Editors-in-Chief or Guest Editors.
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1. Criteria for Publication
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