About the Journal

Focus and Scope

This journal publishes original research articles, theoretical studies, and critical reviews that advance the understanding of legal principles, practices, and innovations. It focuses on exploring novel legal concepts, emerging issues, and the application of law across various sectors and jurisdictions. The journal covers a broad spectrum of legal disciplines including criminal law, customary law, business law, private law, philosophy of law, legal theory, fundamental law, comparative law, and anything related to legal issues.

The scope includes but is not limited to:

  1. Development and analysis of new legal theories and doctrines
  2. Examination of legal reforms and policy implications
  3. Studies on the legality and legitimacy of laws and regulations
  4. Comparative legal studies across different legal systems
  5. Interdisciplinary research bridging law with social sciences, technology, and economics
  6. Empirical research on law enforcement, judiciary, and legal processes
  7. Discussions on justice, human rights, and legal ethics.

Open Access Policy

EduLaw is an open-access journal, which means that all published articles are freely available to the public without subscription or paywall restrictions. This policy is based on the belief that knowledge should be accessible to all and aims to foster a global exchange of ideas in education and law. Authors retain copyright to their work, and articles are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing for sharing and adaptation with proper attribution.

Copyright Notice

Authors submitting to EduLaw agree to the following terms:

  1. Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the right of first publication under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).
  2. Authors are permitted to distribute and share their published work (e.g., posting to institutional repositories or personal websites) with acknowledgment of its initial publication in EduLaw.
  3. Authors can enter into separate contractual agreements for non-exclusive distribution of the journal's published version (e.g., publishing in a book), with proper citation of the original work in EduLaw.

Peer Review Process

EduLaw follows a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of published research. Each submitted manuscript undergoes a rigorous evaluation process, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to guarantee impartiality and fairness. The editorial board works closely with expert reviewers in education law, policy, and legal studies to provide constructive feedback for manuscript improvement.

Sponsorship Disclosure

EduLaw is an independent, academic journal and does not receive funding from commercial organizations. However, it may be supported by academic institutions, government agencies, or professional associations involved in education and law research. Each issue will transparently disclose any sponsorships, research grants, or institutional support received.

Journal History

EduLaw was established to address the increasing legal complexities in education systems worldwide. Over the years, it has become a leading forum for legal scholars and education researchers, publishing cutting-edge analyses on emerging trends in education law and governance. The journal has expanded its scope to include international perspectives, comparative law, and policy analysis to ensure a global outlook on educational legal studies.