About the Journal

QR-ECE Journal Cover
Journal NameQR-ECE: Qualitative Research in Early Childhood Education
PublisherArendra Publisher
Frequency6 Issues per Year [January, March, May, July, September, November]
Online ISSN3123-9897
DOI Prefix10.66291 (Crossref)
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QR-ECE (Qualitative Research in Early Childhood Education) is a scholarly journal dedicated to publishing high-quality qualitative research in the field of early childhood education. The journal serves as an academic platform for exploring meanings, experiences, and practices in early childhood education across diverse social, cultural, and institutional contexts. QR-ECE emphasizes qualitative approaches such as case studies, phenomenology, ethnography, grounded theory, and narrative inquiry. It encourages in-depth analysis of interactions among children, teachers, families, and learning environments.

The journal covers key themes including play-based learning, holistic child development, inclusion, and child well-being. QR-ECE also welcomes reflective studies on early childhood education policies and practices at local, national, and global levels. Published articles are expected to contribute meaningful theoretical and empirical insights to the field, grounded in ethical considerations involving children.

Submission Requirements:
  • Original research articles reporting qualitative studies.
  • Focus on Early Childhood Education themes.
  • Manuscripts should be in English (preferred).
  • Double-blind peer review process by at least two reviewers.
Automatic Rejection:
  • Non-qualitative research methodology.
  • Plagiarism indication or low research integrity.
  • Out of focus and scope (Early Childhood Education).
"QR-ECE is committed to transparency, academic integrity, and high publication standards for global educational betterment."

Current Issue

Vol. 1 No. 4 (2026): Qualitative Research in Early Childhood Education
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Published: 2026-07-31

Articles

  • Implementation of English Language Learning for Early Childhood at Al-Ikhlas Klapanunggal Preschool: A Qualitative Study

    ERYANDI ERY, UNIVERSITAS PANCA SAKTI BEKASI, Indonesia Indonesia
    Subadar Badar, UNIVERSITAS PANCA SAKTI BEKASI, Indonesia Indonesia
    206-233
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    • Abstract View: 78 Total Downloads: 60
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.66291/qr-ece.v1i4.169

  • The Role of Educators in Encouraging Problem-Solving Skills in Early Childhood

    Febriyanti Utami,, Early Childhood Education Program, Faculty of Education, State University of Jakarta, East Jakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    R. Sri Martini Meilanie, Early Childhood Education Program, Faculty of Education, State University of Jakarta, East Jakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Hapidin Hapidin, Early Childhood Education Program, Faculty of Education, State University of Jakarta, East Jakarta, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    234-243
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    • Abstract View: 107 Total Downloads: 86
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.66291/qr-ece.v1i4.172

  • Emotion Regulation and Resilience among Street-Connected Children in Early Childhood: A Systematic Literature Review

    Assyifa Aulia Ibrohim, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Roby Naufal Arzaqi, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Serang, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Aulia Juliyanti, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Serang, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Yulia Romadhoni, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Serang, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    244-254
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    • Abstract View: 66 Total Downloads: 62
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.66291/qr-ece.v1i4.98

  • Screen-Based Digital Media Exposure and Early Childhood Self-Regulation : A Systematic Literature Review with Attention to Short-Form Video

    Dea Rahmadani, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Banten, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Roby Naufal Arzaqi, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Banten, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Alia Nurul Aulia , Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Banten, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    Ana Bella Arifah, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Banten, Indonesia, Indonesia Indonesia
    255-283
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    • Abstract View: 224 Total Downloads: 119
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.66291/qr-ece.v1i4.97
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