Books in the series may employ global, cross-national, regional, or other comparative approaches to educational phenomena. They may utilize large datasets for quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods analyses; feature multi-sited ethnography; present in-depth or comparative case studies; or compare and contrast educational phenomena historically across sites, scales, and systems.

Responsibilities of the Series Editor(s)
The Series Editor(s) will review book prospectuses and manuscripts, make initial assessments regarding their scholarly merit and suitability for publication, organize virtual writing workshops for selected authors when appropriate, and work closely with authors to strengthen manuscripts by connecting them with specialists in relevant fields and facilitating scholarly feedback. The Series Editor(s) will also be expected to mentor and support early-career authors throughout the publication process as part of the Society’s commitment to fostering the next generation of scholars.

Application Materials
Please submit a letter of interest, a brief biographical sketch outlining scholarly expertise and experience, a current curriculum vitae (CV), and a summary of editorial and administrative experience. Prospective editors should demonstrate familiarity with the highest standards of scholarly assessment and publication through experience as authors of refereed journal articles and books, editors of scholarly journals and books, or members of editorial boards and related scholarly review bodies.

Selection Process: The CIES Publications Committee will review applications and make recommendations to the CIES Board of Directors for final approval.

Term of Appointment: The three-year term will commence in Fall 2026.

Application Deadline: October 15, 2026

For more information: Contact oed@cies.us