We are pleased to announce an open call for academics and researchers to contribute to the forthcoming Handbook of Teaching and Learning in Social Innovation which will be published by Edward Elgar in 2025. This publication, led by Dr Erich J. Schwarz as the editor and in collaboration with Dr David B. Audretsch as the co-editor, aims to explore the intersections of teaching, learning, and Social Innovation to address pressing global challenges.

According to OECD, Social Innovation refers to the design and implementation of new solutions that imply conceptual, process, product, or organizational change, which ultimately aim to improve the welfare and well-being of individuals and communities.

We warmly invite authors specializing in fields of social innovation, education, and sustainability, while also welcoming contributions from other related disciplines. This comprehensive handbook embraces an interdisciplinary and global perspective, seeking the insights and expertise of scholars, educators, and professionals. By fostering the integration of theoretical frameworks, practical methodologies, and advanced research, the handbook aims to provide a diverse range of perspectives, resources, and knowledge that drive positive societal change.

The Handbook of Teaching and Learning in Social Innovation encompasses a wide scope of topics, including but not limited to:

To express your interest and receive detailed submission guidelines, please email us at [email protected] by the end of August 2023.

If you are engaged in Social Innovation and its potential for transformative change through education, we invite you to submit a proposal of up to 1,000 words for a chapter. Your proposal should emphasize its relevance to the scope and objectives of the handbook and be submitted by 16th October 2023. Additionally, we encourage you to share your previous work addressing these areas. The editorial team will carefully review all submissions, and a decision regarding participation will be communicated to the authors within one month following the submission deadline.

The chapter or case study itself must be original and unpublished, with a maximum length of 6,000 words for chapters and 2,000 words for case studies, including references.

We also welcome suggestions for potential collaborators or colleagues who may be interested in contributing to the handbook. Feel free to share this open call widely within your academic professional network.

Join us in shaping the world by exploring teaching and learning in Social Innovation. Your valuable contributions will benefit advancing knowledge, fostering social change, and creating a more equitable and sustainable society.

We look forward to receiving your proposals and collaborating on this exciting endeavor.

Best regards,

Dr Erich J. Schwarz (Editor)

Dr David B. Audretsch (Co-Editor)