https://pedapub.com/editorial/index.php/emerging-learning-technologies <p>Emerging Learning Technologies is an open-access international journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research. All articles undergo a thorough peer-review process. The journal releases one issue per year, ensuring that valuable research in the field of educational technology is made available to the academic community as soon as it is ready.</p> Pedapub en-US Emerging Learning Technologies 3062-1348 https://pedapub.com/editorial/index.php/emerging-learning-technologies/article/view/139 <p>The concept of flexibility demands a redefinition of the roles played by both teachers and learners, requiring learners to exhibit higher levels of self-initiative, self-motivation, and self-control. The assumption that learners are actively engaged is fundamental. Teachers must transition from traditional instructional roles to take on more prominent positions as consultants, collaborators, instructors, and facilitators. The goal of flexible learning is to provide educational accessibility, personalization, and adaptability to various life situations. Granting learners increased flexibility places greater expectations on teachers, often necessitating additional time and effort. Interaction, perseverance, creativity, and innovation are not explicitly instructed; rather, they are inherent aspects within various teaching methods and methodologies. Ensuring equitable access to technology and resources is essential for bridging the digital divide. By addressing these challenges, educational institutions can foster dynamic and inclusive learning experiences that equip students for the complexities of the modern world.</p> Syed Tahir Tasleema Jan Copyright (c) 2025 Syed Tahir, Tasleema Jan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-12-31 2025-12-31 2 1 1 9 https://pedapub.com/editorial/index.php/emerging-learning-technologies/article/view/203 <p>The aim of this study is to systematically examine the effects of the Philosophy for Children (P4C) approach on the development of gifted students. Within the scope of the research, open-access articles published in Turkish and English between 2015 and 2024 were reviewed, and six studies meeting the inclusion criteria were analyzed using content analysis. The findings revealed that the P4C approach has been primarily investigated in relation to its effects on academic skills such as language development, critical thinking, and problem-solving in gifted students. Furthermore, it was determined that P4C practices also support social-emotional competencies, including empathy, self-awareness, and social adaptation. Additionally, positive increases were observed in students’ intrinsic motivation towards learning and in-class interactions. Based on the analyzed data, it was concluded that P4C is a strong pedagogical approach that contributes significantly to the holistic development of gifted individuals. Suggestions for future research are also presented.</p> Süleyman Erkam Sulak Zeynep Yılmaz Alkan Copyright (c) 2025 Süleyman Erkam Sulak, Zeynep Yılmaz Alkan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-12-31 2025-12-31 2 1 10 23 https://pedapub.com/editorial/index.php/emerging-learning-technologies/article/view/204 Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 2025-12-31 2025-12-31 2 1 i iii