Scheduled Thematic Feature Sections

The "Features" section of each issue of Education About Asia will address a specific theme (see below for a listing of scheduled themes).

Prospective authors of feature-length articles are strongly advised to be aware of the focus of each thematic issue before developing a manuscript. Although feature articles that are unrelated to the theme of a given issue will occasionally be published, it is probable that there will often be a long time lapse between acceptance of these types of manuscripts and their publication.

Prospective authors should bear in mind, however, that the "Resources" section of EAA will continue to include essays and reviews about a variety of topics. Authors are welcome to submit resource essays and reviews on topics dealing with any aspect of Asia.

Regardless of the type of article a prospective author is considering submitting, he or she should carefully read the Author Guidelines.

As is the case with all manuscripts, please send electronic versions to the EAA editorial office at edast@utc.edu.


Thematic Issue Publication Schedule

SPRING 2012 (17:1) Asian Visual and Performing Arts, Part I
“Asian Visual and Performing Arts” is scheduled for the spring 2012 issue. In this special section, we invite authors to submit manuscripts that address aspects of Asian visual and performing arts, including the importance of textiles (tapestries, silk, batik), pottery, dance, opera, painting, sculpture, or any other art form that will stimulate an interest in Asia and assist readers in more effectively teaching or learning about Asia-related topics. Deadline for initial submission of manuscripts was NOVEMBER 10, 2011.

FALL 2012 (17:2) Afghanistan: Multidisciplinary Perspectives
This special section will provide instructors and students with a broad introductory understanding of Afghanistan. Hopefully, articles will be published on a wide array of topics including geography, history, literature, visual and performing arts, contemporary affairs, and economics. Deadline for initial receipt of manuscripts: APRIL 10, 2012.

WINTER 2012 (17:3) US, Asia, and the World: 1914–2012
Authors are invited to submit manuscripts on a wide-range of US-Asia topics that focus upon interactions and significant events. Manuscripts are sought from scholars and teachers working in a variety of fields. We are especially interested in manuscripts where authors address US-Asia interactions that had, or still have, global impact. Deadline for initial receipt of manuscripts: JULY 10, 2012.

SPRING 2013 (18:1) Asian Visual and Performing Arts Part II
Authors are invited to submit manuscripts on all areas of Asia that address both visual and performing arts. Since the large majority of our readers are not visual or performing arts specialists, authors should craft manuscripts where the arts are used as a medium to stimulate student interest in Asia or help students better understand Asian cultures. Deadline for initial receipt of manuscripts: OCTOBER 10, 2012.

FALL 2013 (18:2) Cyber Asia and the New Media
Manuscripts are sought where authors depict the impact of recent innovations in technology and communications upon politics, entertainment, economics, education, and globalization. Deadline for initial receipt of manuscripts: MARCH 10, 2013.

WINTER 2013 (18:3) Central Asia
This special section will include articles on both historical and contemporary topics and manuscripts on a variety of topics including early and modern history, geography, and contemporary geopolitics are especially encouraged. Deadline for initial receipt of manuscripts: JUNE 10, 2013.