About the Journal

The Association of Southeast Asian Teacher Education Network (AsTEN) is an ASEAN network of teacher education institutions that seeks to promote research and publications, scholarship of teaching, teacher education leadership, curriculum and pedagogy, reciprocity programs, quality assurance and harmonization of standards to shape and redefine teacher education in the ASEAN region.

The AsTEN Journal of Teacher Education is AsTEN's flagship publication. It is a peer-refereed journal that serves as the main platform for the Network to engage with the wider academic community. It provides an international scholarly forum for research and ideas on teacher education in Southeast Asia and beyond. The journal is an annual publication that covers an extensive array of relevant and emerging topics and issues in teacher education. It brings to the fore significant findings and contributions on teacher education that will lead to a better understanding of the dynamics of education contexts and empower teacher education institutions. It publishes articles that report research, review of research literature, practice innovations, and research-policy nexus in teacher education that will be of interest to a wide range of readership through its five main sections: research articles, review articles, teaching and assessment practices, policy briefs, and book reviews.

Please read our Review Criteria and Instructions to Authors for further information.

Section 1: Research Articles and Research Briefs

This section of the journal covers research studies that address important questions about preparing teacher trainees for service as well as the continuous professional development and learning of teachers in service. The focus can be on generic teacher education or specific curricular and subject areas. Research can also address emerging trends, values, and norms in teacher education, management and leadership trends, teacher cognition, classroom practice, and data-driven evaluation of teacher education courses and programs. Other topics relevant to teacher education not mentioned here are also welcome. Full-length articles (4,000–5,000 words) are strongly encouraged. Potential authors can also submit research briefs (1,000–2,000 words) of an ongoing or completed study. Studies conducted in countries outside of ASEAN should have implications that are relevant for the region.

Research articles should include:

1. Introduction: Provide an overview of the topic, the context, and the article's purpose.

2. Literature Review: Include relevant literature related to the research topic. The literature review should be presented thematically. Please observe a decade-old citation of literature.

3. Research Questions/Objectives: List the questions/objectives that the research aims to answer/address. If possible, provide the major goal of the study and the specific research questions or objectives.

4. Participants: Describe the participants involved in the research and the sampling process utilized in the study.

5. Methodology: Describe how the research was carried out. This section should include sub-sections such as research design, instruments, procedures or data collection, and data analysis.

6. Findings and Discussion: State the findings and critically discuss the strengths and gaps in the current research. This section must have sub-levels coherent with the identified objectives/questions. In each sub-level, present the data in tabular or graphical format following APA style (7^th ed.). Discussion per theme should highlight a) trends in data, b) inferences, insights, and implications of findings for practice, policies, or theories, and c) literature citations.

7. Implications: State some implications of the findings for teacher education and/or teaching.

8. Conclusion: Restate your research, highlight its significance, and make suggestions for future research on the topic.

Research briefs (about 2 pages) should include:

1. Background of the Study: Provide the context and purpose of the study.

2. Focus of Study: Include the research questions or the aims of the study.

3. Research Design: Describe how the research was carried out.

4. Participants: Describe the participants involved in the study.

5. Key Findings: State the main findings.

6. Significance of Findings: State the importance of the above findings.

Section 2: Review Articles

Review articles (4,000–6,000 words) should provide a comprehensive summary of research and a critical perspective on a particular focus or discipline in education. Authors should draw conclusions from the literature reviewed and identify research areas and questions for future research. Cited literature must be articles published within the last ten years from the time of writing.

Review articles should include:

1. Introduction: Provide an overview of the topic, the context, and the purpose of the review.

2. Key Advances: Highlight key advances that have been made and areas where more focused research may lead to greater impact and understanding of the topic.

3. Methodological Section: Provide details/information on the research design, participants, research locale, data collection and analysis, and ethical considerations.

4. Results and Discussion: State the findings and present a critical discussion of the strengths and gaps in the current research.

5. Conclusion: Highlight the unknowns that remain and make suggestions for future research on the topic.

Section 3: Teaching and Assessment Practices

This section comprises articles on teaching and assessment strategies that have been shown to be effective in the classroom, both in schools and teacher education institutions. The articles (3,500–4,000 words) can be based on innovative practices that have been proven effective in authentic classroom settings and are preferably supported by action research findings.

The article should include:

1. Introduction: Provide the purpose of the article, the context in which the strategy is used, and evidence for the effectiveness of the strategy. It would be best if the author designs the manuscript using an action research framework.

2. Action research intervention: Describe the intervention.

3. Strategy:

Describe the teaching or assessment strategy.
State the pedagogical or assessment principles underpinning the strategy.
Include the lesson or activity outline to show how the strategy is enacted.
Conclusion: Provide considerations for the application of the strategy. (Authors should take into consideration ASEAN educational settings.)

Section 4: Policy Briefs

This section publishes policy briefs (1,500–2,000 words), which are concise summaries of information deduced from research that can help readers understand and likely make decisions about official or institutional policies. Such a document aims to distill research products and findings in language that is clear to non-specialized audiences and draws clear connections to policy initiatives.

Policy briefs should include:

1. Title: Reflect the contents of the brief to a non-research-oriented audience or readers.

2. Executive Summary: Present in one to two paragraphs an overview of the problem and the proposed policy action.

3. Context or Scope of Problem: State the importance of the problem and explain the necessity of policy action.

4. Policy Alternatives: Discuss the current policy approach and explain the proposed options.

5. Policy Recommendations: State and explain the concrete steps to be taken to address the policy issue.

6. Appendices: Include, where necessary, extra information as an appendix to provide support for the author’s argument

7. Sources: Include reliable sources that the authors have used throughout the brief.

Section 5: Book Reviews

This section publishes academic book reviews of important or interesting new titles that are relevant to the scope of the journal. Each review (2,000–3,000 words, which excludes the title, authors’ information, abstract, list of references, figures, tables, and appendices) can be written as a complete prose with the aim of informing journal readers of the purpose and quality of a book and explaining how it contributes to the current literature on a topic. Graduate students are encouraged to contribute book reviews to this journal.

Book Reviews should include:

Title: Include an effective title, the name(s) of the author(s), the affiliation(s) and address(es) of the author(s), and the email address of the corresponding author.

1. Abstract: Write an abstract of 150–200 words.

2. Keywords: Include 3–4 keywords.

3. Citation and Price: State the necessary information about the book reviewed and its price.

4. Summary: Summarize the various parts of the book and its key arguments.

5. Significance: Discuss the significance of the book and its relevance to the intended readership.

6. Critique and Recommendation: Include a summary of the critique of the book and make recommendations.

7. Reviewer’s Particulars: State the reviewer’s name and institution.

AsTEN Journal accepts the following types of articles:

Research Articles
Research Briefs
Review Articles
Teaching and Assessment Practices
Policy Briefs
Book Reviews

Usage

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Google Citation

h-index: 9
i10 index: 9

Total citations: 265

Speed/acceptance

13 days avg. from submission to first decision
219 days avg. from submission to first post-review decision
12 days avg. from acceptance to publication
5% acceptance rate

Editorial Board

Editor-in-Chief

Asst. Prof. Dr. Watsatree Diteeyont, Faculty of Education, Kasetsart University, Thailand

Managing Editor

Dr. Marie Paz E. Morales, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Advisory Board

Dr. Bert J. Tuga, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Prof. Dr. Sunaryo Kartadinata, M. Pd., Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia

Dr. Sieng Sovanna, National Institute of Education, Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Singapore

Prof. Dr. Soukkongseng Saignaleuth, National University of Laos, Laos

Dr. U Aung Min, Yangon Institute of Education, Myanmar

Prof. Christine Goh, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Dr. Vo Van Sen, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Associate Editor

Dr. Tran Anh Tien, Office of Scientific Research and Project Management, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Asst. Prof. Dr. Chatree Faikhamta, Science Education Division, Kasetsart University, Thailand

Prof. Ramer V. Oxiño, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Dr. Adelyne C. Abrea, Philippine Normal University – Mindanao, Philippines

Prof. Dr. Fuad Abdul Hamied, Indonesia University of Education, Indonesia

Prof. Dr. Ace K. Suradi, Indonesia University of Education, Indonesia

Dr. Khin Pyone Yi, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Aye Aye Myint, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Jessie Png Lay Hoon, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Dr. Huang Mai Khanh, Faculty of Education, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Prof. Dr. Suriani Abu Bakar, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Prof. Ts. Dr. Wong Kung Teck, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Editorial Staff

ADMIN STAFF

Jirich P. Baldemoro, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

WEB EDITOR

Patricia Mae C. Purificacion, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

JOURNAL STAFF

Kobe Angelo Leocadio, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

TECHNICAL STAFF

Christine Pearl B. Salimo, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

LAYOUT AND GRAPHIC ARTIST

Mars M. Majul, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Editorial Review Board

Dr. Neau Vira, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Mam Chansean, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Chheang Sangvath, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Soeung Sopha, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Dr. Chhorn Than, National Institute of Education, Singapore

Dr. Allen A. Espinosa, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Dr. Ali G. Anudin, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Dr. Levi E. Elipane, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Dr. Arlyne C. Marasigan, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Dr. Adonis P. David, Philippine Normal University, Philippines

Dr. May Cho Min, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Cherry Zin Oo, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Khin Nyunt Nyunt Saw, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Aye Su Myat, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Khin Khin Thant Sin, Yangon University of Education, Myanmar

Dr. Chatree Faikhamta, Kasetsart University, Thailand

Dr. Nongluck Manowaluilou, Kasetsart University, Thailand

Dr. Narudol Semchuchot, Kasetsart University, Thailand

Dr. Boonlerst Outayanik, Kasetsart University, Thailand

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosmilah Misnan, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ing Maizatul Hayati Mohamad Yatim, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Dr. Anis Nazihah Mat Daud, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mazlina Che Mustafa, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mazura Mastura Muhammad, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia

Dr. Dawn Ng Kit Ee, National Institution of Education – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr. Tan Chee Soon, National Institution of Education – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr. Poh Soon Koh, National Institution of Education – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr. Ng Chiew Hong, National Institution of Education – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr. Robbie Lee Sabnani, National Institution of Education – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Dr. Le Hoang Dung, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Dr. Nguyen Duy Mong Ha, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Dr. Cao Thi Chau Thuy, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Dr. Nguyen Thi Hao, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Dr. Dao Van Vy, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam

Abstracting and Indexing

Publishing Schedule

Articles in this journal are published once a year (every December).

Publication Details

Online EISSN: 2467-7825

1 online issue

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 AsTEN Journal. 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.

How can I propose a Special Issue?

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Access and Publishing Model

As part of the ongoing changes in scientific publishing, the journal follows an open-access publishing model that aims to increase the readership, reach, and impact of published research through an open-access system using PKP’s Open Journal System.

With an open-access platform, authors are assured of the following benefits:

Enhance the visibility and readership of your article
Create an impact and attract new readers
Share your work freely with anyone, anywhere
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Instructions to Authors for AsTEN Journal

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Checklist: What to Include

1. Author details. Please ensure all listed authors meet the authorship criteria in the Details on authorship. All manuscript authors should include their full name, affiliation, and country affiliation on the cover page. Where available, please also include ORCiDs. One author must be identified as the corresponding author, with their email address usually displayed in the PDF copy and the online copy of the article. Authors’ affiliations are the affiliations where the research was conducted. Please fill out the Author’s Declaration Form to provide all the information required. If any named co-authors change affiliations during the peer-review process, the new affiliation can be given as a footnote. The journal also requires a 70-word biographical note for each author of the manuscript. Please note that no changes to affiliation can be made after your paper is accepted. Read more on authorship.

Please fill out the Author’s Declaration and Contributions Form.

2. Statements and Declarations (Please include these items after the manuscript before the reference section.)

2.1. Funding details. Please supply all details required by your funding and grant-awarding bodies as follows:

For single-agency grants:

This work was supported by the [Funding Agency] under Grant [number xxxx].

For multiple agency grants:

This work was supported by [Funding Agency #1] under Grant [number xxxx]; [Funding Agency #2] under Grant [number xxxx], and [Funding Agency #3] under Grant [number xxxx].

2.2. Disclosure statement. This is to acknowledge any financial or non-financial interest arising from your research's direct application. If there are no relevant competing interests to declare, please state this within the article: The authors report no competing interests to declare.

2.3. Acknowledgment: A one- to two-line statement of appreciation for other services from organizations or individuals. (Please check acknowledgment section in details on authorship)

2.4. Ethical Approval: A statement declaring the ethical approval of the research and a declaration of the ethics approval code.

2.5. Declaration of Generative AI in scientific writing

Guidelines for Declaring the Use of Generative AI in Scientific Writing:

These guidelines focus solely on the writing process and not on using AI tools for data analysis in research. Authors should prioritize enhancing readability and language when utilizing generative artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted technologies during writing. However, it is crucial to exercise human oversight and control, reviewing, and editing the output due to AI's potential to generate authoritative yet inaccurate, incomplete, or biased content.

Authorship and Citation: Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies should not be credited as authors or co-authors or cited as authors. Authorship responsibilities and tasks are inherently human and are detailed in our AI policy for authors.

Disclosure Instructions: Authors using generative AI must disclose this in their manuscript. A statement in a dedicated section titled 'Declaration of Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process' should outline the tool or service used for the purpose and affirm the author's responsibility for content accuracy. Basic tools for grammar, spelling, and references are exempt from this disclosure.

Sample Statement: During the preparation of this work, the author(s) used [NAME TOOL / SERVICE] to [REASON]. After using this tool/service, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content as needed and take(s) full responsibility for the publication's content.

This declaration does not apply to basic tools for checking grammar, spelling, references, etc. There is no need to add a statement if there is nothing to disclose.

Peer Review Process and Ethics

1. Criteria for Publication

Publication in this journal is free of charge. The AsTEN organization covers all expenses associated with article processing. Preference is given to articles aligned with the journal's identified themes. The submitted article is expected to follow the prescribed manuscript format and submission procedures. Evidence shows that the article is scholarly, discusses a timely topic, and could connect with the journal's target audience.

2. Review Mechanics

The refereeing system shall adopt a three-stage evaluation process: initial appraisal, double-blind peer review, and Editorial Board evaluation.

2.1. The Publication Team will appraise each submitted manuscript upon receipt. Each initial appraisal will include a plagiarism check, a technical review regarding the number of words, adherence to the journal format, a statement of declaration, ethics approval, and AI detection. This process will ensure that each manuscript fits the objectives and standards of the journal. It will establish the manuscript’s significance, technical soundness, and originality (the similarity index should not exceed 10%). The result of the initial appraisal will be endorsed for the Editor’s review based on scope, novelty, and relevance to the national and international community; completeness of parts; and authenticity and quality of references. The result of the Editor’s review will determine whether the manuscript will be endorsed for a peer review or returned to the author(s) for revision. The author is given two to four weeks to revise the manuscript, depending on the quality and completeness of the revisions required.

2.2. After revising the manuscripts following the initial appraisal and completing and submitting them with comprehensive and signed commitment forms, the Editorial Board sends them to double-blind refereeing. At least two peer reviewers, determined by the Editorial Board, are given, at most, one month to evaluate the manuscripts. Comments and suggestions resulting from the refereeing are reviewed by the Editor(s) and are consolidated and sent to the authors for appropriate action. The author(s) are given two (2) to four (4) weeks to revise and resubmit the manuscript.

2.3. The revised manuscript shall undergo final scrutiny by the Editorial Board. This process ensures that the peer reviewers’ suggestions are incorporated into the manuscript, on which the acceptance for publication of the proposed article is contingent.

2.4. Accepted papers for publication are then subjected to other publishing procedures. When ready, proofs are sent to the author(s) for his/her/their final review. The author(s) are expected to return the proofs within a week. Failure of the author(s) to send feedback within said time implies acceptance of proofs without corrections. A camera-ready copy of the article will be sent to the Web Editor for uploading online.

The following summary describes the peer review process for this journal:

Identity transparency: double anonymized

Reviewer interacts with: Editor

Review information published: none

Publication Ethics

Publishing an article in a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal is crucial in disseminating knowledge and contributing to scientific development. As a peer-reviewed journal, the rigor of scientific publication is expected to be observed while evaluating submitted papers. Therefore, ethical behavior is expected of all parties involved in the publishing process: the author, the journal editor, the peer reviewer, and the publisher.

Please check the Publication Ethics available on our website to read the duties for authors, editors, and reviewers according to the Omnia Publisher Publication Ethics Statement and COPE.

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global knowledge exchange.

Revenue sources

Publication in this journal is free of charge. The AsTEN organization supports all expenses incurred for article processing.

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Updated September 10, 2024