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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): At the Intersections of Identity, Space, and the Body: Readings in the Dialectic of the Structural and the Subjective
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Through the second issue of the Journal of Multidisciplinary Research Horizons, we seek to consolidate an epistemological horizon where the social sciences, humanities, and educational studies intersect to offer nuanced, multifaceted explanations of human phenomena. While methodological and thematic diversity characterizes the journal, the overarching thread running through the contributions in this issue lies in deconstructing the dialectic between the structural and the subjective; by examining how identities, stances, and policies are shaped under the constraints of structures, institutions, and spaces, and conversely, how social actors respond through mechanisms of adaptation, negotiation, and resistance.

Published: 2026-06-30

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e-ISSN: 3156-9617
Publication Frequency
Quarterly
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Peer Review Time
2 to 4 Weeks

The journal invites researchers to contribute to an edited peer-reviewed volume examining the impacts of digital transformation and artificial intelligence on societal, educational, ethical, and epistemological frameworks in Morocco.

• International Standard Book Number (ISBN) • Dedicated DOI per Chapter • Double-Blind Peer Review • Open Access Digital Publication
Key Thematic Tracks:
1. AI, Knowledge, Education, Learning, and the Question of Critical Thinking.
2. Digital Sociology, Alternative Media, and Transformations of the Public Sphere.
3. Values, Digital Citizenship, Ethical, and Legal Dimensions.
4. Socio-Economic Transitions, Labor Markets, and Spatial Justice in Morocco.
Chapter Length: 4,000 to 7,500 words | Format: APA 7th | Languages: English, Arabic, French.
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Aims, Scope, and Peer Review System

The journal aims to publish original research and comparative studies in the fields of social sciences and humanities, fostering interdisciplinary and cross-cutting perspectives.

• Double-Blind Peer Review: Initial screening by the editorial board, followed by rigorous evaluation by at least two independent expert reviewers.
• Publication Ethics & Conflict of Interest: Strict policy against plagiarism and duplicate submission; authors are required to disclose any financial support or competing interests.
• Publication Languages: The journal accepts research papers submitted in English, Arabic, or French.

Author Guidelines (Journal Articles)

Article Length: Between 5,000 and 9,000 words (including notes and references).
Abstracts & Keywords: Dual abstracts (150–250 words each) accompanied by 3 to 5 keywords.
Typography: Font: Times New Roman (12 pt) | Line Spacing: 1.5 | Margins: 2.5 cm.
Citation Style: APA (7th Edition) or Chicago Manual of Style depending on field.
⚠️ Notice: Submissions are processed exclusively online via the OJS portal using the official template, with author details fully blinded.

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Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0) Fully Open Access (No Embargo)

Open Access: The journal provides immediate full open access; all published papers are freely accessible to read, download, copy, and distribute without restriction.

Copyright: Authors retain full intellectual and proprietary rights to their work, granting the journal right of first publication.

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The journal welcomes original research submissions from scholars and researchers across all disciplines within the humanities and social sciences.