About the Journal

This journal issue includes selected and extended papers from the Fifth International Conference on Information Systems in Higher Education (ISHE 2026). ISHE is a recurring international academic event dedicated to advancing research and practice in information systems, digital transformation, and intelligent technologies in higher education. Building on the success of ISHE 2025, the 2026 edition continues to serve as a platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

Theme: Digital Platforms and Intelligent Systems

Scope and Research Areas
The journal welcomes contributions aligned with the conference theme, including but not limited to:

  • Applied AI and Data Science in Education
  • Learning Systems: LMS, ERP, SIS, and Academic Platforms
  • Software Engineering and Systems Design in Education
  • Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, and Networking in Universities
  • Smart Campus Technologies and Digital Ecosystems
  • Natural Language Processing for Low-Resource Languages
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Digital Transformation in Higher Education

Submissions related to ICT, information systems, and intelligent technologies in academic environments are also considered.

Peer Review Process
All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process managed via the Microsoft CMT platform. The service was provided free of charge by Microsoft, including infrastructure support through Azure cloud services.

Organizing Committee

  • Chairperson: Prof. Dr. Meirambek Zhaparov
  • Program and Review Chair: Prof. Dr. Ruslan Isaev
  • Conference Coordinator: Laurence Maningo

Open Access and Copyright
The journal follows an open access policy, ensuring free and immediate availability of published research. Authors retain copyright while granting the journal the right of first publication.

Archiving and Preservation
The journal supports long-term digital preservation through recognized archival systems such as LOCKSS/CLOCKSS (if applicable).

Ethics and Privacy
The journal adheres to standard publication ethics and ensures confidentiality in the peer-review process. Personal data collected during submission and review is used solely for editorial purposes.

Sponsorship and Support
The conference and associated publication activities may receive institutional and technical support, including Microsoft CMT services.