38th LISBON International Conference on Education, Teaching & Psychology: LCETP-26

Call for papers/Topics

Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

1. Educational Psychology

This field applies psychological theories to understand and improve the learning process.

• Human Development

  • Cognitive Development (Piaget’s Stages, Vygotsky’s Socio-cultural Theory).

  • Moral and Psychosocial Development (Erikson, Kohlberg).

  • Language Acquisition and Literacy Development.

• Learning Theories

  • Behaviorism (Operant Conditioning, Reinforcement).

  • Cognitivism (Information Processing Theory, Memory, Schemas).

  • Constructivism (Active Learning, Discovery Learning).

  • Connectivism (Learning in a Digital Age).

• Motivation and Affect

  • Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation.

  • Self-Efficacy (Bandura) and Growth Mindset (Dweck).

  • Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in the Classroom.

2. Pedagogy & Instructional Design 

The strategies and mechanics of delivering knowledge effectively.

• Teaching Methodologies

  • Direct Instruction vs. Inquiry-Based Learning.

  • The Flipped Classroom Model.

  • Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Project-Based Learning.

  • Gamification and Play-based Learning.

• Classroom Management

  • Establishing Norms and Behavioral Interventions.

  • The Physical and Virtual Learning Environment.

  • Conflict Resolution and Restorative Justice in Schools.

• Curriculum Development

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

  • Differentiation and Scaffolding Techniques.

  • Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Approaches.

3. Special Education & Neurodiversity

Understanding diverse learning needs through a psychological and clinical lens.

• Learning Disabilities and Disorders

  • Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia.

  • ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and Executive Functioning.

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Educational Settings.

• Inclusive Excellence

  • Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and 504 Plans.

  • Gifted and Talented Education (GATE).

  • Trauma-Informed Pedagogy.

4. Assessment & Evaluation 

The psychological and statistical tools used to gauge progress.

• Types of Assessment

  • Formative vs. Summative Assessment.

  • Diagnostic and Ipsative Assessment.

  • Authentic Assessment (Portfolios, Real-world Tasks).

• Psychometrics

  • Validity and Reliability in Testing.

  • Standardized Testing: Pros, Cons, and Socio-economic Bias.

  • Data-Driven Instruction (Using Analytics to Pivot Teaching).

5. Educational Sociology & Philosophy

The external factors that shape how education and psychology interact.

• Sociology of Education

  • Social Stratification and the Achievement Gap.

  • Cultural Capital and Hidden Curricula.

  • Multicultural Education and Social Justice.

• Philosophy of Education

  • Perennialism, Progressivism, and Essentialism.

  • Critical Pedagogy (Paulo Freire).

  • The Ethics of Care in Teaching.

6. Modern Trends & Technology 

Where psychology meets the digital transformation of learning.

• Educational Technology (EdTech)

  • Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL).

  • Adaptive Learning Systems and Artificial Intelligence.

  • The Psychology of Remote and Hybrid Learning.

• Teacher Wellbeing

  • Occupational Stress and Burnout Prevention.

  • Reflective Practice and Action Research.

  • Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

Interrelated Themes 

• Metacognition: A mix of psychology (thinking about thinking) and teaching (study strategies).

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): A mix of psychology (emotional regulation) and education (soft skills curriculum).

• Neuroeducation: The "Brain-Based Learning" bridge between neuroscience, psychology, and the classroom.