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Conference Theme: "Evidence-Based Pedagogy & Policy in Botswana"

Submissions are open across foundational, secondary, technical-vocational, and tertiary higher education disciplines.

October 01, 2026
Call for Abstracts Opened
December 01, 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
December 15, 2026
Reviewer Feedback & Decision
January 20, 2027
Full Paper Submission

Track 1: Basic & Secondary Education

Curriculum delivery, teacher continuous professional development, inclusive education, and language of instruction in Botswana schools.

Track 2: Tertiary & TVET Systems

Vocational alignment with economic priorities, postgraduate research capacity, and institutional governance across UB, BIUST, BUAN, and private colleges.

Track 3: Digital Learning & STEM

Artificial intelligence in pedagogy, laboratory equipment access, e-learning infrastructures, and STEM gender equity.

Editorial & Formatting Guidelines

All authors must adhere strictly to the following editorial standards before submitting abstracts.

Abstract Formatting Structure

  • Word Limit: 250 to 300 words maximum (excluding title and author list).
  • Background & Problem: Clearly define the educational challenge or research question in Botswana or Southern Africa.
  • Methodology: Explicitly state research design, sample size, institutional setting, and data collection instruments.
  • Key Findings: Empirical findings or preliminary research outcomes.
  • Significance: Practical recommendations for educational policy, classroom practice, or future research.
  • Keywords: 4 to 6 relevant keywords separated by commas.

Editorial Standards & Blind Peer Review

  • Double-Blind Review: Abstracts are independently refereed by two peer reviewers selected by the Editorial Board.
  • Citation Style: APA 7th Edition format for all references in extended summaries or full papers.
  • Originality: Submissions must represent original, unpublished empirical or conceptual work. Plagiarism check threshold is < 15%.
  • Review Feedback: Editorial feedback will designate submissions as Accepted, Revisions Requested, or Declined.
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