International Journal of Lifelong Education

metrics 2024

Inspiring Change in Lifelong Learning Practices

Introduction

The International Journal of Lifelong Education, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a leading peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the dynamic field of lifelong learning. With an impressive convergence of research spanning from 1982 to 2024, the journal focuses on vital themes in education, e-learning, and life-course studies, and boasts a commendable Q2 ranking within its categories for 2023. It serves as an essential platform for researchers, educators, and professionals to explore and share innovative ideas and practices that address the complexities of lifelong learning in today's rapidly changing educational landscape. Although it does not currently offer Open Access, the journal provides robust access options through various academic databases, ensuring a wide audience reach. With its significant impact within the field, exemplified by its Scopus ranks—528th in Education and 30th in Life-span Studies—this journal is indispensable for those seeking to contribute to and stay informed about the latest advancements in lifelong education.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.56
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.00
H-Index54
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.17
Influence0.49
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life11.70
Citing Half Life10.20
JCI0.87
Total Documents1106
WOS Total Citations1501
SCIMAGO Total Citations2977
SCIMAGO SELF Citations553
Scopus Journal Rank0.56
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.52
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.34
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.23

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Education in Social Sciences
Rank #528/1543
Percentile 65.78
Quartile Q2
Life-span and Life-course Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #30/63
Percentile 52.38
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 212/756
Percentile 72.00
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 283/756
Percentile 62.57
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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