The Journal of Education for Sustainability and Transformation (JESTRA) is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal focused on the role of education in shaping sustainable futures. It provides a platform for research and scholarship that explores the transformative potential of education in promoting environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic development. The journal publishes articles that examine the integration of sustainability principles within educational systems, curriculum design, teaching methodologies, and learning outcomes.

JESTRA encourages contributions that address both theoretical and practical approaches to sustainability, including case studies, innovative educational programs, and policy discussions. By fostering dialogue between educators, researchers, and practitioners, the journal aims to support the development of transformative education that empowers individuals and communities to contribute to a sustainable world. Through this, JESTRA hopes to catalyze positive change by exploring the intersection of education and sustainability across various disciplines and contexts. This journal is managed by the Aliansi Peneliti Pendidikan Berkelanjutan (Sustainable Education Researchers Alliance) in collaboration with STKIP Kusuma Negara.

Scope:

1. Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)

• Integration of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into curriculum and pedagogy
• Implementation strategies for ESD in formal, non-formal, and informal education
• Assessment and evaluation of ESD learning outcomes
• Interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral approaches to ESD

2. Transformative Learning and Education

• Theories and practices of transformative learning
• Education as a means of ecological, social, and economic change
• Values-based education, ethics, and global citizenship
• Critical pedagogy and empowerment through education

3. Curriculum Innovation for Sustainability

• Curriculum design that integrates sustainability principles
• Local wisdom and indigenous knowledge in sustainability education
• Transdisciplinary and holistic frameworks for curriculum development
• STEM/STEAM approaches for sustainability-oriented learning

4. Teacher Education and Professional Development

• Pre-service and in-service training for sustainability educators
• Capacity-building programs and leadership development for educators
• Teacher identity, agency, and community of practice in the context of ESD
• Reflective and critical practices in sustainability-oriented teaching

5. Environmental Literacy and Awareness

• Development of ecological awareness and environmental consciousness
• Climate change education and biodiversity literacy
• Outdoor learning, nature-based learning, and eco-pedagogy
• Green school programs, eco-campus initiatives, and environmental stewardship

6. Policy, Governance, and Institutional Transformation

• Education policy for sustainable development and transformation
• Institutional strategies and governance models for embedding sustainability
• Comparative education policy studies related to sustainability
• The role of education in promoting climate justice and social equity

8. Learning Media and Emerging` Technologies for Sustainability

• Development and evaluation of learning media for ESD
• Use of emerging technologies such as Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT) in sustainability education
• Digital pedagogy including flipped classrooms, adaptive learning, MOOCs, and mobile learning for sustainable development
• Gamification, simulations, and serious games for environmental and social awareness