Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Emerging Perspectives in Education (IJEPE)

The inaugural issue of the International Journal of Emerging Perspectives in Education (IJEPE) serves as a vital platform for advancing research and discussions on contemporary educational challenges and solutions. Published by the Centre for Research and Publications, Islamic University of Maldives, this first issue (Volume 1, Issue 1, March 2025) features a collection of original, empirical studies that explore key themes shaping the future of education.

This issue includes research on fostering lifelong learning through sustainable Muslim retirement villages, the development of an Islamic pre-marriage education framework for child marriage applicants, and factors influencing teachers’ responses to student misbehaviour in Maldivian secondary education. Other featured studies compare digital competency among accounting students in Malaysian public and private universities.

In his Chief Editor’s Note, Assistant Professor Dr. Mohamed Solih highlights IJEPE’s commitment to publishing high-quality research that contributes to educational discourse and policy development. The journal maintains a rigorous peer-review process and aspires to achieve recognition in international academic indexing. The Editorial Board expresses gratitude to the authors, reviewers, and academic institutions that contributed to this inaugural volume and welcomes future submissions that further enrich educational research and practice. Through this issue, IJEPE sets a strong foundation for meaningful academic discussions, encouraging innovative solutions to contemporary educational challenges.