Papers in this format contain original research studies addressing one of the themes of the conference. Research studies should contain:

• A clear theoretical basis, building on existing literature on the relevant topics

• A carefully designed study with appropriate use of research methods to support the investigation and stated results. 

• A clear and complete description of methods and how they can be used to address the research problem and research questions

• An explication of the paper's impact on, and contribution to existing knowledge 

To whom might this track be of interest? 

• Researchers from academia (school as well as higher ed in different disciplines, including research students), industry, government organizations and NGOs/foundations. The research may have been conducted in a variety of contexts such as schools, colleges & universities, training settings, etc. 

• Note: Papers submitted as research studies may involve a variety of research methods, including quantitative, qualitative or mixed methods and design-based research. The methods should be appropriate to support the claims made. 

Research studies may be submitted as full-length or short papers.

• Full-length papers (6-8 pages) are expected to contain a detailed description of the background research, the relevant theoretical basis, details of the methodology, findings of the study, interpretation of the findings, and resulting implications for other researchers or practitioners.

• Short papers (3-4 pages) are expected to make a significant contribution but they may be missing one or more criteria of full papers. They may focus on small-scale research studies or may be extensions of the authors’ previously validated research.