Call for 2027 Special Issue Proposals
We welcome proposals that address emerging or under-researched areas, respond to current challenges, or bring new perspectives to existing debates. Proposals should be up to 500 words and include the following information:
- Guest editor(s): Names, affiliations and a brief biography highlighting relevant experience and expertise in the field.
- Proposed theme: A description of the special issue theme, including possible topics and subthemes to be covered.
- Relevance: An explanation of how the proposed theme aligns with the scope and focus of the Journal. Consider highlighting its connection to current debates, challenges or innovations in the field.
- Significance: A discussion of the potential impact of the theme in advancing research and practice. Explain how it addresses gaps in the literature, responds to emerging trends or contributes to developing new approaches to teaching and learning for employability.
For reference, recent special issues have included (visit the journals Announcement page for examples of special issue calls):
- The graduate employability practitioner: What works to develop career, teaching capability and organisational capacity (2024)
- Recognising and Reconceptualising Ability: Reflections on Disability and Employ-Ability (2023)
- Micro-credentials and qualifications for future work and learning in a disrupted world (2021)
Editorial Process
All manuscripts submitted for special issues will undergo anonymous peer review, consistent with the Journal's regular submission process. Guest editors are expected to work closely with authors through potentially multiple rounds of developmental review to ensure high-quality submissions. The JTLGE Editor-in-Chief, Journal Managers and Editorial Board will provide guidance and support throughout the process to ensure a smooth and efficient editorial experience.
Submission and Contact Information
Proposals should be submitted to jtlge@deakin.edu.au by 30 January 2026. Please include "2027 Special Issue Proposal" in the email subject line.
For any queries regarding this call, please contact jtlge@deakin.edu.au.
