EDUCATION FOR INFORMATION

metrics 2024

Exploring New Frontiers in Educational Research

Introduction

EDUCATION FOR INFORMATION is an esteemed journal published by IOS PRESS, dedicated to advancing the fields of education, information systems, and library and information sciences. Established in 1983 and continuing through 2024, this scholarly publication provides a platform for innovative research and insightful discussions that cater to the evolving needs of these disciplines. The journal is recognized for its significant contributions to the academic community, holding a Q3 quartile ranking across several categories as of 2023, including Education and Information Systems. Although not an Open Access journal, EDUCATION FOR INFORMATION is indexed in Scopus, boasting a respectable ranking that positions it among the competitive tier of journals in its field. Researchers, practitioners, and students alike will find relevant articles that bridge theoretical foundations with practical applications, addressing contemporary challenges and trends in education and information science. With an international focus and a commitment to enriching the discourse in these vital areas, the journal remains a crucial resource for academia and industry professionals alike.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.25
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)6.70
H-Index22
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.52
Influence2.19
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life5.70
Citing Half Life6.30
JCI0.28
Total Documents456
WOS Total Citations1264
SCIMAGO Total Citations1043
SCIMAGO SELF Citations64
Scopus Journal Rank0.25
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.20
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.14
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.05

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Library and Information Sciences in Social Sciences
Rank #114/280
Percentile 59.29
Quartile Q2
Education in Social Sciences
Rank #863/1543
Percentile 44.07
Quartile Q3
Information Systems in Computer Science
Rank #291/394
Percentile 26.14
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE
Rank 104/160
Percentile 35.30
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE
Rank 92/161
Percentile 42.86
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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