Education Policy, Leadership & Governance
The Education Policy, Leadership & Governance section of IRELS publishes research that examines the formulation, implementation, and impact of education policies, leadership practices, and governance structures at local, national, and international levels.
This section focuses on analytically rigorous and empirically grounded studies that explore how policy decisions, leadership approaches, and governance mechanisms shape educational systems, institutional performance, and educational equity. Contributions are expected to engage with relevant policy frameworks, leadership theories, and research methodologies.
Scope of the Section
The section welcomes research on topics including, but not limited to:
- ▪ Education Policy Analysis and policy implementation studies.
- ▪ Educational Leadership and management theories and practices.
- ▪ Governance Structures in education systems and institutions.
- ▪ Comparative & International education policy.
- ▪ Accountability, quality assurance, and system evaluation.
- ▪ Equity & Social Justice in education governance and inclusion.
Types of Contributions
- Empirical research using quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods
- Policy analyses supported by empirical evidence
- Comparative studies and theoretically informed reviews
Exclusions
Please note: Manuscripts that primarily offer opinion-based commentary or normative statements without analytical or empirical support are not considered for this section.
Editorial Oversight
Manuscripts submitted to this section are handled by the designated Section Editor, who coordinates the peer review process and ensures that accepted articles meet the academic standards of IRELS and the specific aims of the Education Policy, Leadership & Governance section.
