Call for Chapters: Advancing Adaptive Education: Technological Innovations for Disability Support

This book will explore the intersection of education and technology, focusing on how adaptive learning strategies and tools can support students with disabilities. This book will cover theoretical foundations, technological frameworks, practical applications through case studies, emerging tools and techniques, and the ethical and future considerations of implementing such technologies in educational environments. The book will comprehensively examine how technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and assistive tools can be leveraged to create inclusive and personalized learning experiences.

This book will significantly impact the research community by contributing to the existing body of knowledge by integrating insights from educational theory and technological advancements, providing a robust framework for understanding adaptive education. This book will also provide detailed case studies offering practical insights and real-world applications that can inform future research and implementation strategies. This book will provide valuable recommendations for policymakers and educational practitioners, facilitating the development of more inclusive educational policies and practices. This book will also address ethical issues related to the use of AI and data in education and, in this process, promote a critical discourse on the responsible implementation of technology in learning environments.

The research questions guiding this book project include:

• How can adaptive learning technologies be effectively integrated into existing educational frameworks to support students with disabilities?
• What are the theoretical foundations and educational theories that underpin the development and use of adaptive learning technologies?
• What are the ethical considerations and potential challenges associated with using artificial intelligence and machine learning in adaptive education?
• How can case studies of adaptive learning implementations in various educational settings inform best practices and future strategies for inclusive education?
• What emerging technologies are most promising for enhancing adaptive education, and how can they be effectively utilized to create inclusive learning environments?

The intended audience for this publication includes researchers and academics studying educational technology, special education, and inclusive education. This book will appeal to teachers, school administrators, and educational technologists seeking to implement adaptive learning strategies in their classrooms as practical insights and case studies are presented.

This book should also benefit officials involved in education policy and planning as they will gain a deeper understanding of the potential and challenges of adaptive education, guiding the creation of supportive policies and frameworks. This book should interest developers of educational technologies and assistive tools as they will find inspiration and guidance for creating innovative solutions that cater to the diverse needs of students with disabilities.

• The proposed tentative content for this book is given below:
• Overview of Adaptive Education and Technology
• Educational Theories Supporting Adaptive Learning
• Constructivist and Connectivist Approaches
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• Collaborative Learning Technologies for Students with Disabilities
• Speech Recognition and Text-to-Speech Technologies
• Customizable Learning Pathways
• Neurodiversity and Personalized Education
• Game-Based Learning for Students with Disabilities
• Remote Learning Solutions for Students with Disabilities
• Parental Involvement in Adaptive Education
• Professional Development for Educators
• Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Support
• Wearable Technologies and Health Monitoring
• Learning Analytics for Disability Support
• Virtual Assistants in Education
• Multisensory Learning Approaches
• Inclusive Curriculum Design
• Peer Support and Mentoring Programs
• Transition Planning for Higher Education and Employment
• Policy and Legal Frameworks
• Global Perspectives on Adaptive Education
• Community Partnerships and Resources
• Innovative Assessment Methods
• Differentiated Instruction and Personalization
• Technological Frameworks for Adaptive Education
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Machine Learning and Data Analytics
• Assistive Technologies and Accessibility Tools
• Case Study: Implementing Adaptive Learning in K-12 Education
• Case Study: Adaptive Technologies in Higher Education
• Case Study: Personalized Learning for Students with Autism
• Emerging Technologies in Adaptive Education
• Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
• AI-Powered Learning Tools
• Designing and Implementing Adaptive Learning Environments
• Best Practices for Inclusive Classrooms
• Technological Infrastructure and Resources
• Assessment and Evaluation in Adaptive Education
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Ethical Considerations in Adaptive Education Technologies
• Ethical Use of AI and Data
• Privacy and Security Concerns
• Barriers to Implementation and Solutions
• Technological, Institutional, and Social Barriers
• Strategies for Overcoming Challenges
• The Future of Adaptive Education
• Trends and Predictions
• Policy Implications and Recommendations
• Synthesis and Final Thoughts
• Integrating Theory and Practice
• Moving Towards a More Inclusive Educational System

Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before September 30, 2024, a chapter proposal of 1,000 to 2,000 words clearly explaining the mission and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors will be notified by October 5, 2024 about the status of their proposals and sent chapter guidelines.Full chapters are expected to be submitted by November 3, 2024, and all interested authors must consult the guidelines for manuscript submissions at https://www.igi-global.com/publish/contributor-resources/before-you-write/ prior to submission. All submitted chapters will be reviewed on a double-anonymized review basis. Contributors may also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project.

Note: There are no submission or acceptance fees for manuscripts submitted to this book publication, Advancing Adaptive Education: Technological Innovations for Disability Support. All manuscripts are accepted based on a double-anonymized peer review editorial process.

All proposals should be submitted through the eEditorial Discovery^® online submission manager.

This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea Group Inc.), an international academic publisher of the "Information Science Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information Science Reference," "Business Science Reference," and "Engineering Science Reference" imprints. IGI Global specializes in publishing reference books, scholarly journals, and electronic databases featuring academic research on a variety of innovative topic areas including, but not limited to, education, social science, medicine and healthcare, business and management, information science and technology, engineering, public administration, library and information science, media and communication studies, and environmental science. For additional information regarding the publisher, please visit https://www.igi-global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2025.

September 30, 2024: Proposal Submission Deadline
October 5, 2024: Notification of Acceptance
November 3, 2024: Full Chapter Submission
December 15, 2024: Review Results Returned
January 12, 2025: Final Acceptance Notification
January 19, 2025: Final Chapter Submission

Professor Eriona Çela

University of New York Tirana, Albania

Email: erionacela@unyt.edu.al