ROME 6th International Conference on Education, Teaching & Psychology: RETP-27

Call for papers/Topics

All Abstracts, Reviews, short articles, Full articles, Posters are welcomed related with any of the following research fields:

Foundation 1: Educational Psychology & Learning Theories

This intersection examines how human beings acquire, process, retain, and apply knowledge.

• Behavioral Learning Theories

  • Classical and operant conditioning in classroom management

  • Reinforcement schedules, token economies, and behavior modification

  • Extinction, habituation, and stimulus generalization

• Cognitive Psychology & Learning

  • Information Processing Model (sensory memory, working memory, long-term memory)

  • Cognitive Load Theory and intrinsic vs. extraneous mental load

  • Schema theory, chunking, and dual-coding theory

  • Metacognition, executive functioning, and self-regulated learning

• Constructivism & Social Learning

  • Piaget’s stages of cognitive development and assimilation/accommodation

  • Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) and instructional scaffolding

  • Social Learning Theory and observational modeling (Bandura)

  • Radical vs. social constructivism in active learning environments

• Motivation & Self-Belief

  • Self-Determination Theory (autonomy, competence, relatedness)

  • Intrinsic versus extrinsic motivators

  • Growth mindset versus fixed mindset (Dweck)

  • Self-efficacy, attribution theory, and learned helplessness

Foundation 2: Developmental Psychology & Individual Differences

Understanding learner diversity from cognitive, emotional, and physical perspectives across different ages.

• Lifespan & Child Development

  • Early childhood cognitive and motor milestones

  • Adolescent brain development, impulse control, and identity formation

  • Moral and social-emotional development (Erikson, Kohlberg)

• Neurodiversity & Special Education

  • Specific Learning Disabilities (Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia)

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and executive dysfunction

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and social communication differences

  • Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 accommodation plans

• Learner Diversity & Individual Profiles

  • Differentiated instruction based on readiness, interest, and learning profiles

  • Giftedness, twice-exceptionality (2e), and talent development

  • Language acquisition and supporting English Language Learners (ELL)

Foundation 3: Pedagogy, Instruction & Curriculum Design

The actionable strategies, methodologies, and frameworks teachers use to deliver effective instruction.

• Instructional Models & Methodologies

  • Direct instruction and explicit teaching models

  • Inquiry-based learning, problem-based learning (PBL), and project-based learning

  • Flipped classroom and blended learning frameworks

  • Cooperative learning, peer tutoring, and reciprocal teaching

• Curriculum & Instructional Design

  • Bloom’s Taxonomy and Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (DOK)

  • Understanding by Design (UbD) and backward design principles

  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework

  • Scope, sequence, and alignment of learning objectives

• Educational Assessment & Evaluation

  • Diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment strategies

  • Norm-referenced versus criterion-referenced evaluation

  • Authentic assessment, rubrics, and performance-based tasks

  • Test validity, reliability, and mitigating assessment bias

Foundation 4: Classroom Management & Social-Emotional Learning

The psychological dynamics of managing classroom environments, relationships, and well-being.

• Classroom Ecology & Climate

  • Establishing norms, procedures, and clear expectations

  • Proactive vs. reactive discipline models

  • Physical space design and psychological safety in the classroom

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

  • CASEL framework (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making)

  • Emotional regulation strategies and co-regulation

  • Conflict resolution, peer mediation, and restorative practices

• Teacher Psychology & Well-being

  • Teacher self-efficacy and pedagogical confidence

  • Burnout, compassion fatigue, and occupational stress management

  • Teacher-student relationship dynamics and attachment theory in school

Foundation 5: Sociology of Education & Sociocultural Contexts

How cultural, political, economic, and institutional systems shape teaching and learning environments.

• Cultural & Social Dynamics

  • Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) and cultural sustaining pedagogy

  • Implicit bias, stereotype threat, and teacher expectations (Pygmalion Effect)

  • Socioeconomic status (SES), equity, and the achievement gap

• Educational Policy & Systemic Frameworks

  • Standardized testing policies and accountability systems

  • Inclusive education mandates and systemic reform

  • School climate, community engagement, and family-school partnerships

Foundation 6: Educational Technology & Emerging Learning Environments

The intersection of psychological principles, modern technology, and teaching practices.

• EdTech Pedagogy

  • TPACK model (Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge)

  • SAMR model (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, Redefinition)

  • Digital literacy, citizenship, and media analysis

• Learning Analytics & AI in Education

  • Adaptive learning platforms and personalized instruction pathways

  • Psychological impacts of artificial intelligence on student autonomy

  • Generative AI in assessment, lesson design, and feedback loops