INSTRUCTIONAL SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Pioneering the future of instructional practices.

Introduction

INSTRUCTIONAL SCIENCE is a premier academic journal published by Springer that focuses on advancing the field of education through research in instructional methodologies and practices. With an ISSN of 0020-4277 and an E-ISSN of 1573-1952, this journal is recognized for its rigorous scholarly contributions, evident in its impressive 2023 impact factor that places it in the top quartile (Q1) for both Developmental and Educational Psychology and Education. Situated in the Netherlands, the journal has a comprehensive publication history from 1972, making it a respected source for researchers seeking to explore innovative teaching strategies and learning processes. Its Scopus rankings further reflect its esteemed position, ranking #285 out of 1543 in Social Sciences – Education and #99 out of 360 in Psychology – Developmental and Educational Psychology, highlighting its relevance and impact within these fields. While currently not offering Open Access, INSTRUCTIONAL SCIENCE remains a vital resource for educators, psychologists, and students who are committed to fostering effective learning environments through evidence-based practices.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.20
Journal Impact Factor2.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.20
H-Index89
Journal IF Without Self2.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.30
Influence0.96
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life11.50
Citing Half Life10.40
JCI1.23
Total Documents798
WOS Total Citations2824
SCIMAGO Total Citations5869
SCIMAGO SELF Citations298
Scopus Journal Rank1.20
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.24
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.91
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.08

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Education in Social Sciences
Rank #285/1543
Percentile 81.53
Quartile Q1
Developmental and Educational Psychology in Psychology
Rank #99/360
Percentile 72.50
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 120/756
Percentile 84.20
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL
Rank 26/74
Percentile 65.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 159/756
Percentile 78.97
Quartile Q1
PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL
Rank 19/74
Percentile 74.32
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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