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African Perspectives of Research in Teaching and Learning (APoRTAL) is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing research, scholarship and innovation in teaching and learning in higher education, with particular emphasis on African contexts and perspectives.

The journal publishes original research articles, systematic reviews, theoretical papers, scholarly reflections, and evidence-informed practice that contribute to improving teaching, learning, student success, curriculum transformation, and academic development within universities, universities of technology, and other higher education institutions.

APoRTAL welcomes contributions from all academic disciplines, provided they address questions related to teaching, learning, assessment, curriculum, or the higher education student experience. The journal encourages disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary scholarship that offers new insights into contemporary challenges and opportunities in higher education.

The journal publishes three regular issues annually and provides a platform for rigorous scholarly debate on teaching and learning without privileging any particular theoretical perspective, methodological approach, or philosophical worldview....read more

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Published by: University of Limpopo,
Print ISSN :2521-0262
Online ISSN:2662-012x
Centre for Academic Excellence (CAE)
Private Bag X 1106
Sovenga
0727
South Africa
Tel: +27 15 268 3161
Email: aportal.journal@ul.ac.za

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. APoRTAL is accredited by the South African Department of Higher Education and Training and is indexed in the International Bibliography of the Social Sciences (IBSS).

No. The journal does not charge authors any submission or publication fees.

The journal publishes theoretical and empirical research focused on teaching and learning, particularly in African contexts. It welcomes interdisciplinary perspectives and occasionally publishes themed special issues on topics such as sustainability, equity, digital innovation, and inclusive education.

Yes. Authors are welcome to submit original research articles for consideration in regular issues throughout the year. Special issue calls are separate and will specify any additional requirements.