Call for Chapters: Global Perspectives on the Internationalization of Elementary Education

Editors

Caren Ventayen, Pangasinan State University (PSU), Philippines

Call for Chapters

Proposals Submission Deadline: July 19, 2026
 Full Chapters Due: September 20, 2026
 Submission Date: September 20, 2026

Introduction

Internationalization has become an important direction in education as schools respond to globalization, technological advancement, cultural diversity, and the need to prepare learners for active participation in an interconnected world. While internationalization has commonly been discussed in the context of higher education, its relevance is now increasingly recognized in primary and elementary education. At the foundational level of learning, schools play a critical role in developing global awareness, intercultural understanding, multilingual competencies, digital readiness, and responsible citizenship among young learners. Elementary education systems across the world are now adopting global perspectives in curriculum development, school leadership, teacher professional development, student engagement, digital learning, and community partnerships. These initiatives support the development of globally competent learners who can understand cultural differences, communicate across boundaries, and appreciate both local and international perspectives. Internationalization in elementary education also provides opportunities for schools to strengthen educational quality, promote inclusive learning environments, and align teaching practices with global standards and emerging educational needs. This book, Global Perspectives on the Internationalization of Elementary Education, seeks to bring together scholarly works, policy discussions, case studies, and best practices from different countries and educational contexts. It will examine how elementary schools implement internationalization through effective educational management, curriculum innovation, leadership strategies, teacher development, technology integration, and international collaboration. The publication will provide a platform for researchers, educators, school administrators, policymakers, and practitioners to share evidence-based practices and contribute to the growing discourse on internationalization in basic education.

Objective

This book intends to advance research and practice on the internationalization of elementary education by examining how global perspectives, educational management strategies, and best practices are integrated into primary and elementary school systems. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how internationalization can be applied at the foundational level of education, particularly in curriculum design, school leadership, teacher training, student development, digital learning, and cross-cultural engagement. Specifically, this book seeks to explore internationalization strategies and practices in primary and elementary education across diverse global contexts. It examines the role of educational management and leadership in building internationally oriented elementary schools, while also presenting comparative studies, policy analyses, and case studies on internationalization in basic education. The book also highlights curriculum innovations that promote global citizenship, intercultural competence, multilingual learning, and inclusive education. In addition, it analyzes the use of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, virtual exchange, and learning management systems in supporting international learning initiatives. The book further aims to provide evidence-based models and best practices that can guide school administrators, teachers, policymakers, and researchers. It also addresses gaps in existing literature by extending internationalization research beyond higher education and into elementary education. By focusing on elementary education, this book will contribute to current research by opening new discussions on how young learners can be prepared for global citizenship and future careers. It will also encourage cross-country dialogue and collaboration among scholars and practitioners working toward quality, inclusive, and globally responsive education.

Target Audience

The target audience of this book includes researchers, scholars, graduate students, and faculty members in the fields of education, elementary education, educational management, educational leadership, comparative education, curriculum studies, teacher education, and international education. It is also intended for school administrators, principals, curriculum developers, teacher educators, policymakers, government agencies, and international education organizations seeking to strengthen internationalization initiatives in primary and elementary education. This book will also benefit elementary teachers, basic education practitioners, development organizations, and educational consultants who are interested in implementing global perspectives in classroom instruction, school leadership, curriculum development, and learner engagement. Institutions involved in teacher preparation, school improvement, global citizenship education, educational technology, quality assurance, and international collaboration will find this publication useful as a reference for policy development, institutional planning, and research-based practice.

Recommended Topics

• Internationalization strategies in primary and elementary education • Educational management for internationalized schools • Global perspectives in elementary education leadership • Internationalization policies in basic education • Comparative studies of primary and elementary education systems • International school partnerships and collaborations • Global citizenship education in elementary schools • Cross-cultural learning and intercultural competence development • Curriculum internationalization in primary education • International and transnational curriculum frameworks • International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme • Multilingual and bilingual education programs • English language instruction in internationalized schools • Teacher mobility and international teaching experiences • International professional development for elementary teachers • Global competencies among primary learners • Educational leadership in globally connected schools • Digital transformation and internationalization in elementary education • Technology-enhanced global learning environments • Virtual exchange and international classroom collaborations • Artificial intelligence applications in primary education • Learning management systems for international learning initiatives • Internationalization through educational technology • Student exchange and mobility programs at the basic education level • Inclusive approaches to internationalized primary education • Internationalization and educational equity • Sustainable Development Goals in primary education • Global education policies and governance • Quality assurance in internationalized elementary schools • International accreditation and quality standards • Community engagement in global education initiatives • Parent and stakeholder involvement in internationalization efforts • School culture and internationalization • Global best practices in primary and elementary education • Educational innovations in internationalized schools • International perspectives on assessment and evaluation • Teacher preparation for globally oriented classrooms • Leadership competencies for internationalized schools • Internationalization in rural and underserved elementary schools • Internationalization and indigenous education • Global challenges and opportunities in primary education • Case studies of successful internationalization initiatives • Future directions for internationalization in primary and elementary education • Policy reforms supporting internationalization in basic education • International research collaborations in elementary education • Ethical and cultural considerations in educational internationalization • Internationalization and lifelong learning foundations • Preparing young learners for global citizenship and future careers

Submission Procedure

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before July 19, 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 August 2, 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 September 20, 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, Global Perspectives on the Internationalization of Elementary Education. 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

July 19, 2026: Proposal Submission Deadline
August 2, 2026: Notification of Acceptance
September 20, 2026: Full Chapter Submission
October 25, 2026: Review Results Returned
November 22, 2026: Final Acceptance Notification
November 29, 2026: Final Chapter Submission

Inquiries

Dr. Caren Casama Orlanda-Ventayen Pangasinan State University, Philippines cventayen@psu.edu.ph
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