Museums & Social Issues-A Journal of Reflective Discourse

metrics 2024

Innovating Dialogue on Identity and Representation in Museums

Introduction

Museums & Social Issues: A Journal of Reflective Discourse, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a distinguished platform for dialogue surrounding the intersection of museum practices and social discourse. With an ISSN of 1559-6893 and E-ISSN 2051-6193, the journal aims to reflect critically on the evolving role of museums in society, fostering discussions that engage with contemporary issues such as identity, representation, and community engagement. With a notable Q3 ranking in Cultural Studies and a Q2 ranking in Museology in 2023, it is positioned prominently within the academic landscape, inviting contributions from scholars, practitioners, and students alike. Spanning a convergence of years from 2015 to 2019 and 2021 to 2024, this journal serves as a vital resource for those invested in exploring innovative approaches and methodologies within museological practice. By promoting open discourse and reflection on social responsibilities, it plays a crucial role in shaping the future of museums as dynamic agents of change in their communities.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.14
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.70
H-Index8
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.01
Influence0.28
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life-
Citing Half Life-
JCI1.19
Total Documents87
WOS Total Citations69
SCIMAGO Total Citations92
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2
Scopus Journal Rank0.14
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.48
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.48
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.58

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Museology in Arts and Humanities
Rank #27/83
Percentile 67.47
Quartile Q2
Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #520/1304
Percentile 60.12
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 55/406
Percentile 86.45
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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