International Journal of Theory and Application in Elementary and Secondary School Education (IJTAESE), Volume 8, Number 1 (2026), features 5 scientific articles authored by 18 researchers from 4 countries. The geographical distribution of authors includes Indonesia (11 authors), the Philippines (5 authors), the United Kingdom (1 author), and Timor-Leste (1 author).

Among the 11 authors affiliated with Indonesian institutions, the geographical distribution covers 4 provinces, comprising the Special Region of Yogyakarta (4 authors), Banten (3 authors), West Sumatra (3 authors), and West Nusa Tenggara (1 author). These authors represent five Indonesian higher education institutions.

This issue reflects national and international scholarly contributions to advancing research, educational theory, and teaching practices in elementary and secondary education.

Note: The geographical distribution is based on the authors' institutional affiliations, not their nationalities.