CHILDDEV HMPG

About the Journal

Journal of Foundational Learning and Child Development
(J. Found. Learn. Child Dev.) — International • Peer-Reviewed 
About the Journal
Journal of Foundational Learning and Child Development | Childdev Journal (J. Found. Learn. Child Dev.) is an international, peer-reviewed academic journal committed to publishing high-quality and impactful scholarship in foundational learning, child development, and early years education. The journal serves as a rigorous platform for researchers, teacher educators, practitioners, and policymakers to disseminate original studies, critical reviews, and evidence-informed discussions that advance knowledge on children’s learning and developmental trajectories from birth to 8 years.
The journal welcomes submissions from diverse methodological and theoretical perspectives, including empirical research, systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses, conceptual papers, Community Service Articles and policy studies. Contributions are expected to demonstrate scholarly rigor, methodological transparency, theoretical relevance, and practical implications for educational improvement in local, regional, and global contexts.
Scope Priorities
  • Early childhood education (0–8 years)
  • Primary/elementary education
  • Foundational literacy and numeracy
  • Curriculum and pedagogy
  • Cognitive and socio-emotional development
  •  Inclusive and special education
  • Learning environments and assessment
  • Teacher professional development
  • Education policy and early learning systems
Article Types
  • Empirical research (quantitative/qualitative/mixed)
  • Systematic reviews and meta-analyses
  • Conceptual and theoretical papers
  • Policy and implementation studies
  • Community Service Articles (evaluated programs)
Quality Expectations
  • Scholarly rigor and ethical conduct
  • Methodological transparency
  • Theoretical relevance
  • Clear practical implications
  • Equity-focused impact
Mission
Through internationally relevant and ethically grounded scholarship, the journal aims to advance educational sciences, support evidence-based policy and practice, and foster equitable learning opportunities for young children across diverse cultural and institutional settings.
Journal title Journal of Foundational Learning and Child Development Cover
Subject Early childhood education (0–8 years); Primary/elementary education; Foundational literacy and numeracy; Curriculum and pedagogy; Cognitive and socio-emotional development; Inclusive and special education; Learning environments and assessment; Teacher professional development; Education policy and early learning systems.
Abbreviation J. Found. Learn. Child Dev
Publisher INSPIRETECH GLOBAL INSIGHT
Language English
Frequency 3 issues per year: January 27 | May 27 | September 27
DOI Prefix 10.53905/ChildDev by Crossref
Online ISSN 3090-8183
Chief Editor Assoc. Prof. Ahmad Yani, Ed. D.
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Journal aims to promote scholarly discourse and empirical research on topics including but not limited to early literacy and numeracy, child psychology, pedagogical innovation, inclusive education, curriculum development, teacher education, socio-emotional learning, and policy issues related to early years and primary education.

Current Issue

Vol. 2 No. 02 (2026): Journal of Foundational Learning and Child Development
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The  Childdev Journal section contains fully peer-reviewed and accepted articles that have completed the editorial and ethical evaluation process according to COPE guidelines. These articles have been assigned a DOI and are immediately accessible to the public to accelerate scientific dissemination. The final formatted versions will appear in upcoming issues of Childdev Journal. Minor copyediting or layout adjustments may still occur, but the scientific content is considered final.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.53905/ChildDev.v2i02
Published: 2026-04-05

Original Reserach

  • Applying a Deep Learning Instructional Approach in Rhythmic Gymnastics Learning for Phase D Grade VIII Junior High School Students

    Perolihen Natalia Boangmanalu, Samsuddin Siregar, Ester Febriyanti Napitupulu, Valentia Febriyani Manurung, Falih Ariq Subakti, Mardongan Togatorop, Sarwoedi Wibowo, Enzi Yoel Fransiskus Tarigan, Muhammad Fadli Boang Manalu (Author)
    66-72
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    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53905/ChildDev.v2i02.10

Review Articles

  • Digital Transformation in Physics Education: A Systematic Review of Technology-Enhanced Learning Environments

    Yesi Yusmita, Lailatul Syifa Tanjung, Raffly Henjilito (Author)
    73-81
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    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53905/ChildDev.v2i02.11
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