Invitation to contribute to the Sami Scientific Journal of the topic on Indigenous and minority language teaching research: Special issue number “Language in School and Learning”

29.10.20249.12.2024 by Attila Paksi

We invite researchers and experts to submit articles for the special issue, edited by Dr. Inker-Anni
Linkola-Aikio, Dr. Berit-Ellen Juuso, and Professor Pigga Keskitalo.

Suggested topics include:

Language Awareness

Minority Language Education
Indigenous Language Education
Second Language Teaching
Educational Support
Language Teaching Methods
Digitization of Language Teaching
Language Instruction
The Role of Language(s) in Schools or Educational Institutions
Language Proficiency in Schools
Lifelong Learning
Emerging Approaches in Indigenous and Minority Language Education

Abstract Submission:

Submit an abstract (150–200 words) to Inker-Anni Linkola-Aikio at inker-anni.linkola-
aikio(at)ulapland.fi by 28 February 2025. The abstract should outline the research background,
methods, results, and the research significance. Please include your name, email address, and the
institutional affiliation.

Timetable:

Abstract Submission: Submit a 150–200-word abstract with a title and five keywords by 28 February 2025.
Full Article Submission: The deadline for completed articles is 30 August 2025
Peer Review: Articles will undergo peer review, to be completed 21. October 2025.
Feedback will be sent to authors shortly after.
Final Submission: Finalized articles are due by 15 December 2025 and should belanguage-edited by then.

Articles may be written in Sámi or other languages. For further guidance, contact the special issue
editors.

Additional information on article format requirements can be found on the journal’s website:

https://www.dutkansearvi.fi/callinravvagat/
https://www.dutkansearvi.fi/kirjoittajille/
https://www.dutkansearvi.fi/for-authors/

Contact information:

Inker-Anni Linkola-Aikio (inker-anni.linkola-aikio(at)ulapland.fi)
Berit-Ellen Juuso ( beritej(at)samas.no )
Pigga Keskitalo ( pigga.keskitalo(at)ulapland.fi )

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