Focus and Scope

Paramartha: Journal of Islamic Guidance and Counselling in Education is published by the [insert institution/university name here]. This journal publishes scientific papers that discuss the results of empirical research, literature reviews, and critical issues in the field of Islamic Guidance and Counselling (BKPI), particularly within educational settings. The journal is published twice a year, in April and October.

The scope of the journal covers, but is not limited to, the following areas:

1. Islamic Guidance and Counselling Practices

Articles focusing on the theory and practice of Islamic guidance and counselling in various educational contexts. This includes individual counselling, group counselling, career guidance, family counselling, and Islamic-based counselling approaches.

2. Issues and Trends in Islamic Counselling and Education

Analytical, interpretive, or critical essays addressing current issues, challenges, and trends in Islamic counselling and education. Contributions may include position papers, polemical discussions, or reflective commentaries that promote scholarly dialogue.

3. Educational Psychology and Student Development

Studies exploring the psychology of learners in educational contexts from an Islamic perspective. Topics include personality development, social-emotional growth, spiritual intelligence, resilience, mental health, and psychological challenges of students.

4. Professionalism of Islamic Counsellors and Educators

Research and theoretical studies on the professional identity, training, ethics, and practices of counsellors and educators in Islamic education institutions. This also includes studies on supervision, counsellor competencies, and professional development.

5. Educational Policy and Counselling Services

Articles analyzing policies, regulations, and strategies related to the development of guidance and counselling services in Islamic educational institutions. This includes the role of government, schools, and communities in implementing and supporting effective counselling practices.

6. Counselling Models, Media, and Technology

Research on the design, development, and evaluation of counselling models, strategies, and media in Islamic education. Studies may include traditional and technology-based media, digital counselling platforms, and innovations in counselling service delivery.