Challenges of Educational Research after the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

This paper provides a wide view of the challenges of educational research in a current context characterized by the COVID 19 pandemic at the international level. It is based on the keynote lecture given on the occasion of the 2020 Ibero-American Award for Excellence in Educational Research awarded to the author of this article. The analysis of the social, economic, health and educational effects of the COVID 19 pandemic serves as a reference point to mark possible scientific trajectories of educational research. Areas of interest for new studies are ICT and education, sustainable development, and research training, among others. For each area, themes and attainable goals are pointed out and proposed to contribute valuable educational scientific knowledge to society. This systematization aims to guide and encourage young researchers to work on relevant issues that constitute a present and future challenge for educational research.