TGCHE Journals – Telangana Council of Higher Education

Submission Guidelines

The Telangana Journal of Higher Education (TJHE) invites contributions that engage with contemporary challenges, policies, and practices in higher education, with a particular focus on the Indian context. The journal values submissions that adhere to rigorous academic standards and contribute to ongoing debates in the field. It accepts a wide range of scholarly works, including empirical studies, theoretical analyses, critical literature reviews, case studies, and reflective essays.

TJHE places a strong emphasis on contributions that critically re-examine established paradigms and propose alternative approaches to higher education. By encouraging interdisciplinary conversations and promoting inclusivity, the journal seeks to shape academic discourse in India while contributing to global conversations on higher education.

Through its commitment to fostering diverse perspectives, TJHE aims to serve as a platform for thought-provoking research and innovative ideas that address the evolving needs of higher education. Submissions must comply with the journal’s guidelines to be considered for publication.

Review Process

Initial Screening: All submitted manuscripts are evaluated by an Associate Editor for scope, adherence to submission guidelines, and plagiarism and AI content detection. Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria are rejected at this stage.
Reviewer Selection: Manuscripts passing the initial screening are assigned to at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the subject area. TJHE follows a double-blind peer review process, where reviewers and authors remain anonymous.
Reviewer Feedback: Reviewers assess manuscripts for originality, clarity, methodology, coherence, and relevance to higher education research. Their recommendations are: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, or Reject.
Authors are required to respond to the reviewer comments point by point within the specified timeframe (5 days for minor revisions and 10 days for major revisions). Revised manuscripts must address all reviewer comments.
Editorial Decision: Based on reviewer feedback and revision, if any, the Editor-in-Chief or an Associate Editor makes the final decision.
Ethical Standards: Reviewers and editors treat all submissions with strict confidentiality.
Accepted Manuscripts: Once approved, manuscripts undergo copyediting, layout editing, and proofreading before publication.

Call for Papers

Inaugural Issue Theme: Technology and Higher Education

The Telangana Journal of Higher Education (TJHE), published by the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE), Government of Telangana, invites submissions for its inaugural issue, focusing on “Technology and Higher Education.” This issue aims to discuss the transformative role of technology in reshaping the practices, policies, and experiences within higher education. With a focus on the Indian context and a global outlook, the journal seeks contributions that examine innovative approaches, critical challenges, and forward-thinking strategies in the integration of technology across diverse areas of higher education.

We welcome original research articles, empirical studies, theoretical analyses, case studies, critical reviews, and reflective essays that address the above theme and its sub-themes listed below. Submissions should engage with contemporary debates, offer interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary perspectives, and contribute to academic and policy discussions on technology in higher education.

Sub-themes

We invite submissions on (but not limited to) the following sub-themes:

Blended Learning Models: Integrating online and face-to-face instruction
Collaborative Learning Technologies: Promoting teamwork and communication
Data Analytics in Higher Education: Improving decision-making and student success
Digital Assessment Tools: Improving evaluation methods in higher education
Ethical Considerations in the Use of Technology in Higher Education
Faculty Development for Technology Integration in Teaching Practices
Impact of Digital Divide on Access to Higher Education Technologies
Impact of Technology on Curriculum Design and Development
Influence of Technology on Faculty-Student Interactions
Role of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) in Expanding Educational Access
Role of Technology in Facilitating Experiential Learning Opportunities
Role of Technology in Promoting Lifelong Learning and Professional Development
Role of Technology in Supporting Diverse Learning Needs
Role of Technology in Supporting Environmental Sustainability in Higher Education
Social Media as a Learning Tool: Communication and collaboration
Technology-Enhanced Language Learning: Tools and strategies for success
Use of Data Visualisation Tools in Higher Education
Use of Podcasts in Higher Education: Engaging students through audio learning
Use of Simulation and Modelling Tools in Higher Education
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in Higher Education

Submission Guidelines

Abstract: Abstracts should include the title, author(s) name(s) with affiliations, and a summary of 250-300 words outlining the study’s purpose, methods, findings, and implications. Do not include references in the abstract. Provide 5-7 keywords relevant to the manuscript.

Full Manuscript: Manuscripts should be prepared following the TJHE Author Guidelines, which include detailed instructions on formatting, referencing, and submission processes.

Word Limit
Research articles, empirical studies, theoretical analyses: 5,000-8,000 words
Case studies, critical reviews, and reflective essays: 3,000-5,000 words

All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer-review process to maintain academic rigour and quality

Planned Timeline
Manuscript Submission Deadline: 31 March 2025
Review Feedback to Authors, where necessary: 25 April 2025
Final Submission Deadline (for Revised Manuscripts): 05 May 2025
Expected Publication Date: 30 May 2025

Submission Process
Abstracts and manuscripts should be submitted by email. For detailed submission instructions, visit the journal’s website. For queries, please contact the editorial office.

Address for Correspondence
The Editor, Telangana Journal of Higher Education (TJHE)
Telangana Council of Higher Education
JNAFAU Building, Mahaveer Marg, Masab Tank, Hyderabad 500028 Telangana, India

Email ID:editor.tjhe@tgche.ac.in

Open Access and Publication Policy
The Telangana Journal of Higher Education is an open-access journal. Authors retain copyright and grant publication rights to TJHE under a Creative Commons licence. No submission or publication fee is charged.

We look forward to your contributions to this inaugural issue, which will set the stage for meaningful academic dialogue on the intersection of technology and higher education.