International Journal of Game-Based Learning

metrics 2024

Harnessing the Power of Play for Educational Growth

Introduction

The International Journal of Game-Based Learning serves as a vital platform for the exploration and dissemination of research focused on the intersection of gaming, education, and psychology. Published by IGI GLOBAL, a well-respected name in academic publishing, this journal seeks to provide valuable insights and innovative strategies that harness the educational potential of game-based learning. With a 2023 impact factor reflecting its growing influence—ranking in the Q3 category for Developmental and Educational Psychology and Education—this journal is essential for researchers and practitioners eager to bridge theory and practice through gamification. The journal is indexed in renowned databases such as Scopus, ranking in the 67th percentile for Social Sciences - Education and 51st percentile for Developmental and Educational Psychology, making it an anchor for scholarly contributions in these fields. By facilitating access to cutting-edge research, the International Journal of Game-Based Learning purports to redefine educational methodologies in an increasingly digital world.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.37
Journal Impact Factor1.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.60
H-Index26
Journal IF Without Self1.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.35
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life6.50
Citing Half Life8.50
JCI0.57
Total Documents240
WOS Total Citations290
SCIMAGO Total Citations916
SCIMAGO SELF Citations52
Scopus Journal Rank0.37
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.70
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.10
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.30

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Education in Social Sciences
Rank #497/1543
Percentile 67.79
Quartile Q2
Developmental and Educational Psychology in Psychology
Rank #176/360
Percentile 51.11
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 328/756
Percentile 56.70
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 418/756
Percentile 44.71
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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