About the Journal

The Busitema Journal of Science and Education (BJSE) promotes research at the intersection of scientific advancement and educational practice, fostering knowledge that enhances teaching, learning, and innovation. In line with Busitema University’s commitment to academic excellence and capacity building, BJSE focuses on:

  • Advancing research in science education and pedagogy

  • Promoting innovative teaching and learning approaches

  • Strengthening the integration of science, technology, and education for societal impact

Aims and scope 

The Busitema Journal of Science and Education (BJSE) is a peer-reviewed journal focused on research in science, computer science, education and pedagogy. It publishes studies on teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment, and classroom practice across these fields. 

The journal welcomes work that examines how science and computer science are taught and learned, how instructional approaches and curricula can be improved, and how educational innovation can strengthen learning outcomes across these fields.

It provides a platform for researchers, educators, curriculum developers, policymakers, and students to share research and practice-based insights that connect classroom practice with educational development.

Through published research, JSE contributes to improving teaching, learning processes, and education systems in science and computer science education.

 

Key Focus Areas 

BJSE welcomes submissions from the following science and education fields, including but not limited to  :  

  1. Computer science

  2. Science education and pedagogy research

  3. Policy and practice in science and education systems

  4. Innovative teaching and learning approaches in science

  5. Assessment, evaluation, and learning outcomes in science and education

  6. Integration of science, technology, and education for societal impact

  7. Interdisciplinary approaches in science learning and instruction

Journal Content and Audience 

Busitema Journal of Science and Education (BJSE) publishes high-quality, double-blind, peer-reviewed scholarly work  in the form of : 

  1. Original research articles

  2. Applied research in science education and pedagogy

  3. Case studies on curriculum implementation, classroom practice, and innovative teaching and learning approaches

  4. Review articles and systematic reviews

  5.  Short communications and research notes

  6. Commentaries, perspectives, and critical debates on emerging issues in science education, educational innovation, and the integration of science, technology, and learning

The journal particularly serves researchers, science educators, curriculum developers, teacher educators, policymakers, education practitioners, and students engaged in science and education, pedagogical innovation, and the advancement of teaching and learning in science and related fields.