Journal of Second Language Studies

metrics 2024

Empowering Educators with Groundbreaking Language Insights

Introduction

Welcome to the Journal of Second Language Studies, a premier publication dedicated to advancing the field of language acquisition and pedagogy. Published by John Benjamins Publishing Co in the Netherlands, this journal (ISSN: 2542-3835, E-ISSN: 2542-3843) holds a significant place within the academic community, reflected by its Q2 ranking in Education and Q1 in Linguistics and Language for 2023. With a strong Scopus presence, ranking 197/1088 in Language and Linguistics, it appeals to a broad audience of researchers, educators, and students interested in the complexities of second language learning. The journal has been publishing groundbreaking research from 2018 to 2024, focusing on innovative methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and practical applications that enhance second language education. Although currently not open access, this journal serves as an essential resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of language dynamics and teaching strategies in a diverse educational landscape.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.57
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.90
H-Index9
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.39
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life-
Citing Half Life11.80
JCI0.77
Total Documents77
WOS Total Citations64
SCIMAGO Total Citations191
SCIMAGO SELF Citations12
Scopus Journal Rank0.57
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.79
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.55
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.54

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #197/1088
Percentile 81.89
Quartile Q1
Linguistics and Language in Social Sciences
Rank #233/1167
Percentile 80.03
Quartile Q1
Education in Social Sciences
Rank #810/1543
Percentile 47.50
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 370/756
Percentile 51.10
Quartile Q2
LINGUISTICS
Rank 106/297
Percentile 64.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

EDUCATION & EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Rank 323/756
Percentile 57.28
Quartile Q2
LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS
Rank 116/393
Percentile 70.48
Quartile Q2
LINGUISTICS
Rank 139/297
Percentile 53.20
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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