The Cloud in Education: Towards Pedagogical and Digital Transformation
A special issue of Education Sciences (ISSN 2227-7102).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2026
Special Issue Editor
Interests: educational technology, active methods, pedagogical innovation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are delighted to invite you to contribute to our upcoming Special Issue, “The cloud in education: towards pedagogical and digital transformation”, in Education Sciences. The rapid evolution of cloud computing has profoundly impacted various sectors, and education is no exception. Cloud-based technologies offer unprecedented opportunities to transform teaching and learning, fostering more flexible, collaborative, and personalized educational experiences. Understanding their real-world impact, challenges, and future potential is crucial for advancing educational practices in the digital age.
This Special Issue aims to explore the multifaceted applications and implications of cloud-based technologies across all educational settings, from K-12 to higher education and lifelong learning. We seek to gather cutting-edge research that addresses both theoretical frameworks and practical applications, offering insights into how these technologies are shaping pedagogical approaches, administrative efficiencies, and learner outcomes.
Suggested themes for submission include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Cloud platforms for learning management and content delivery;
- Impact of cloud computing on digital literacy and skills development;
- Security, privacy, and ethical considerations in cloud-based education;
- Cloud solutions for collaborative learning and virtual classrooms;
- Teacher training and professional development for cloud integration;
- Assessment and analytics in cloud-based learning environments;
- Accessibility and equity in cloud-enabled education;
- Case studies of successful cloud implementation in educational institutions;
- Future trends and challenges of cloud technologies in education.
We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions.
Prof. Dr. Enrique Sánchez Rivas
Guest Editor
Dr. Enrique Sánchez-Rivas
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- cloud computing
- educational technology
- digital learning
- innovation in education
- virtual learning environments
- flexible learning
- digital transformation
- online education
- distance education
- information and communication technologies (ict) in education
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