Publisher: Institute for Research and European Studies - Bitola

Journal of Liberty and International Affairs

Journal of Liberty and International Affairs

Frequency: irregular and other / Country: North Macedonia

Journal of Liberty and International Affairs is a triannual (3 regular issues per year), international, open-access, and peer-reviewed journal published by the Institute for Research and European Studies. This journal follows a regular publishing schedule with the occasional addition of a special issue. The Journal of Liberty and International Affairs has embraced a rolling submission and publication model to better accommodate scholars in light of the changing landscape of academic publishing. After publishing all articles intended for an issue, the issue's Acknowledgment to Reviewers is published, and thus the specific issue is considered closed. Following this, within a certain time period, the journal opens the next issue.

Journal of Liberty and International Affairs aims to provide an active international forum for analysis, research, and debate in the fields of political sciences, international relations, and law. Additionally, contributions from economics and related fields are also encouraged. The JLIA intends to offer academic and public debate, taking into account the following topics, but not limited to Individual Liberty, Libertarianism, Liberalism, Objectivism, Capitalism, Anarchism, Democracy, Political Anthropology, International Relations and Diplomacy, Public and Private International Law, Geopolitics, Nationalism, Multilateralism, Ideology, Politics and Religion, Neo-Ottomanism, Yugosphere, Propaganda, Regional Cooperation, European Federalism, EU Law and Politics, European Economic Governance, EU Foreign and Security Policy, Competitive Federalism, Comparative Constitutional Law, Human Rights and Liberties, Local Government, Gender Studies, Emerging Powers (BRICS, Russia, China, India, etc.), Transatlantic Relations, and other related topics.

This journal places particular emphasis on Europe/EU as a pivotal element in today's international affairs. Moreover, the editorial team actively encourages submissions that delve into Balkan issues, particularly focusing on the region's stance towards European integration and its role in the evolving international landscape.

Journal of Liberty and International Affairs intends to broaden the knowledge base of its readers significantly and, in this context, shall focus on only those articles that fall within its scope. While seeking to stimulate interest in and understanding of liberty and international affairs, the journal does not seek to promote any particular policies or approaches.

Journal of Legal and Political Education

Journal of Legal and Political Education

Frequency: 2 issues / Country: North Macedonia

The Journal of Legal and Political Education is a bi-annual (2 regular issues per year), international, open-access, and peer-reviewed journal published by the Institute for Research and European Studies. It follows a regular publishing schedule with the occasional addition of a special issue. The journal has adopted a rolling submission and publication model called Continuous Article Publishing (CAP). By adopting this innovative model, the Journal of Legal and Political Education positions itself at the forefront of academic publishing, offering a dynamic and responsive platform that better serves the needs of the scholarly community. This means that each article, after peer review and acceptance, will be published immediately within the particular issue, including a digital object identifier (DOI) and page numbers.

The focus and scope of this journal revolve around the interdisciplinary exploration and advancement of knowledge in the realms of law and politics, particularly within an educational context.

Key areas of focus are not limited to but may include:

- Academic Innovations: The journal seeks to explore innovative teaching methods, curriculum designs, and educational technologies in legal and political education. This includes research on experiential learning, simulation exercises, and interdisciplinary approaches to teaching law and politics.

- Legal and Political Theory: Scholars are encouraged to submit papers that critically engage with foundational theories in law and politics and their implications for educational practice. This may include discussions on democracy, justice, human rights, governance, and the rule of law.

- Citizenship Education: The journal welcomes research on civic education and its role in fostering informed and engaged citizenship. Topics may include civics curriculum development, civic participation, political socialization, and the cultivation of democratic values and skills.

- Legal and Political Institutions: Papers exploring the functioning and reform of legal and political institutions from an educational perspective are of interest. This could encompass studies on legal systems, governmental structures, electoral processes, and the role of law in society.

- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The journal promotes research that examines issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in legal and political education. This includes investigations into the representation of marginalized groups in the curriculum, efforts to promote diversity in the legal and political professions, and strategies for creating inclusive learning environments.

- Law and Politics in Practice: The journal encourages submissions that analyze the intersection of law and politics in real-world contexts and their implications for educational practice. This may involve case studies, policy analyses, and evaluations of educational interventions addressing contemporary legal and political challenges.

- Media Literacy: The journal encourages submissions that analyze the significant role of media in shaping public understanding of law and politics. This may involve exploring the integration of media literacy education, examining the impact of media on legal and political processes, and fostering critical media consumption skills in students and practitioners.

Journal of Legal and Political Education is oriented towards a wide audience of interested fellow specialists, geared towards informing policy-makers and engaging students. It is open to any researchers, regardless of their geographical origin, race, nationality, ideological affiliation, religion, or gender, as long as they have an adequate article. Since the journal addresses a wide range of academics, we encourage the presentation of research to be made at a level that is understandable to a broad audience. The editorial team encourages established and early-career researchers and doctoral students to participate in this journal to stimulate a greater exchange of ideas and knowledge.