Call for Chapters: Translational Computing Pedagogies for Interdisciplinary Classrooms

Editors

Aquil Mirza Mohammed, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: June 14, 2026
 Full Chapters Due: August 16, 2026
 Submission Date: August 16, 2026

Introduction

Translational computing seeks to bridge theory and practice by translating foundational computing concepts into usable pedagogies that resonate across disciplines. This book invites contributions that illuminate how computing can be taught and learned in interdisciplinary classrooms, where students from non-CS backgrounds engage with computational thinking, data literacy, and computational problem-solving. We will explore pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment, and real-world applications that demonstrate how computing concepts transfer across domains, empower students, and prepare graduates for a tech-infused future.

Objective

Define and disseminate effective translational teaching strategies that make computing accessible and relevant to students from diverse disciplines. Highlight interdisciplinary case studies, curricula, and assessment methods that demonstrate tangible learning gains. Examine technologies, tools, and pedagogical frameworks that support collaborative, project-based learning. Identify challenges and best practices in scaling translational computing across colleges and universities. Contribute to theoretical and practical knowledge that fosters inclusive, equity-centered computing education.

Target Audience

Computing educators and instructional designers who teach in interdisciplinary settings. Faculty from non-computing disciplines seeking to integrate computational thinking into their courses. Educational researchers studying STEM education, computing education, and interdisciplinary pedagogy. Curriculum developers, program coordinators, and policy makers focused on workforce-ready, data-literate graduates. Graduate students and teaching assistants involved in computational education initiatives.

Recommended Topics

Translational pedagogy frameworks for interdisciplinary classrooms Curriculum design that integrates computing across domains (e.g., biology, economics, engineering, humanities) Project-based and experiential learning in computing for non-CS majors Assessment and measurement of computational thinking and data literacy Inclusive teaching practices and accessibility in computing education Use of open-source tools and platforms to lower barriers to entry Collaboration and teamwork models across disciplines Case studies of successful interdisciplinary computing courses Industry partnerships and real-world problem solving Scalability and institutional strategies for cross-department computing education Ethics, privacy, and societal impact of computing in diverse fields Faculty development and professional learning for translational computing Educational technology, analytics, and learning analytics in interdisciplinary settings Diversity, equity, and inclusion in computing education

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before June 14, 2026, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by June 28, 2026 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters of a minimum of 10,000 words (word count includes references and related readings) are expected to be submitted by August 16, 2026, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Translational Computing Pedagogies for Interdisciplinary Classrooms. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery® online submission manager.

Publisher

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing, an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference", "Medical Information Science Reference", "Business Science Reference", and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global Scientific Publishing specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2027.

Indexing Information for Prospective Authors

IGI Global Scientific Publishing meets the criteria for inclusion in major indexing services such as Scopus; however, it is important to note that all indexing decisions are made independently by these services. IGI Global Scientific Publishing books are selectively indexed by the indexing organization after publication. Indexing cannot be guaranteed for any book prior to publication, and the indexing organization has complete control over the final selection and timeline.

Important Dates

June 14, 2026: Proposal Submission Deadline
June 28, 2026: Notification of Acceptance
August 16, 2026: Full Chapter Submission
September 20, 2026: Review Results Returned
October 18, 2026: Final Acceptance Notification
October 25, 2026: Final Chapter Submission

Inquiries

Aquil Mirza Mohammed The Hong Kong Polytechnic University ammoham@polyu.edu.hk
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