Journal History

Social & Educational Lens was established in 2024 as an initiative of the Network for Education with Emerging Technologies (EDUTEM), with the mission of advancing the dissemination of knowledge in the fields of social sciences, education, and technology. Published by Latin American Knowledge Editors LAKED S.A.S., the journal was founded with a strong commitment to promoting interdisciplinary research and contributing to academic dialogue through an open-access and continuous publication model.

Since its inception, Social & Educational Lens has been supported by renowned national and international scholars who voluntarily serve on its Editorial Board and International Review Committee. This network of experts has enabled the journal to consolidate a rigorous and transparent peer review process that ensures the scientific quality of published research.

In its first year, the journal began its indexing process in recognized scientific databases, meeting international standards for academic visibility and credibility. It has also expanded its reach through strategic collaborations with institutions and academic networks that share its vision of open access and the democratization of knowledge.

The journal's commitment to editorial excellence is reflected in its steady growth, the adoption of the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform for editorial management, and the implementation of quality standards aligned with best international practices in scientific publishing.

About

Social & Educational Lens (eISSN 3073-1445) is the official journal of the Network for Education with Emerging Technologies (EDUTEM), registered with SENESCYT under number REG-RED-24-0245, and published by Latin American Knowledge Editors LAKED S.A.S. It is an open-access scientific journal dedicated to the dissemination of original research in the fields of social sciences, education, and technology.

The aim of the journal is to contribute to the development of scientific knowledge by publishing high-impact studies that address social, educational, and technological issues from an interdisciplinary perspective. Social & Educational Lens is intended for teachers, researchers, professionals, and students interested in understanding and analyzing the transformations shaping contemporary societies.

Scope

The journal promotes critical debate and the dissemination of research in the following thematic areas:

Social Sciences

• Legal and Government Studies: Research in law, jurisprudence, governance, public policy, state administration, and regulatory frameworks impacting society.
• Development and Social Justice: Equity, human rights, inequality, social inclusion, and welfare policies focused on building fairer societies.
• Communication and Journalism: Studies on media, social discourse, misinformation, digital narratives, and the impact of emerging platforms on society.
• Social Behavior: Social psychology, human interactions, power structures, community dynamics, and factors influencing collective decision-making.
• Sustainable Development: Social economy, environmental sustainability, education for sustainable development, the impact of globalization, and equitable growth models.

Education and Technology

• Educational Innovation: Emerging pedagogical methods, new teaching-learning approaches, and strategies to improve the educational experience in various settings.
• Curriculum and Teacher Training: Curriculum design, educational assessment, competency development, and professional training of educators in changing societies.
• Emerging Technologies Applied to Teaching: The impact of virtual reality, artificial intelligence, mobile learning, interactive digital environments, and distance education on teaching and learning.

Publication Frequency

Social & Educational Lens follows an annual publication frequency, with a continuous publication model. This means that articles are published online as soon as they are accepted and have completed the editorial process. Continuous publication ensures timely dissemination of research to the academic community and promotes immediate knowledge exchange.