The Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments. would like to invite you to consider submitting a manuscript for inclusion in this scholarly journal. The following describes the mission, coverage, and guidelines for submission to IJVPLE.
Mission
The mission of the International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments (IJVPLE) is to study and disseminate research about the design, development, and evaluation of online learning environments. IJVPLE is committed to encouraging the best teaching and learning practices by examining the role of technology enhanced learning in the emerging area of virtual and personal learning environments.
Coverage
Topics to be discussed in this journal include (but are not limited to) the following:
3D online worlds
Adaptive and intuitive environments
Applications of the Semantic Web
Blended learning
Collaborative learning
Computer aided language learning (CALL)
Computer mediated communication
Computer mediated conferencing
E-assessment
Educational mashups
E-learning
Emerging technologies
E-portfolios
Gaming and learning
Intelligent content
Knowledge management and learning
Lifelong learning
Mobile learning environments and applications
Multimedia applications and virtual reality
Networks/grids for learning
Platforms and authoring tools
Remote and virtual laboratories
Responsive environments
Virtual learning environments
Web-based learning (WBL)
Book Reviews
IJVPLE publishes reviews of recently published books relating to the use of information and communication technologies and education. Book reviews should be not more than 2,000 words in length, including references. The following information should be provided below the book title:
Author
Publisher
Date of publication
Number of pages
ISBN
Price
The book should be briefly summarized, referring to the sequence of chapters, before engaging in a critical analysis of the contents. Book reviews should normally include reference to research in relevant or related areas. Reviews should be submitted to the book reviews editor, Sarah Robbins, by e-mail: intellagirl@gmail.com
Submission
Prospective authors should note that only original and previously unpublished articles will be considered. Interested authors must consult the journal’s guidelines for manuscript submissions at http://www.igi-global.com/development/author_info/guide.asp prior to submission. All article submissions will be forwarded to at least 3 members of the Editorial Review Board of the journal for double-blind, peer review. Final decision regarding acceptance/revision/rejection will be based on the reviews received from the reviewers. All submissions must be forwarded electronically.
All submissions and inquiries should be directed to the attention of:
Michael Thomas, PhD
Editor-in-Chief
International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments
Email: michael.thomas@gmx.co.uk