Sign Language Studies

metrics 2024

Elevating the discourse on sign language and society.

Introduction

Sign Language Studies is a prestigious peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the field of sign language research and the linguistic studies surrounding it. Published by Gallaudet University Press, this journal stands out in the realms of Linguistics and Language, being classified within the Q2 category as of 2023, which underscores its influence and relevance within academic circles. Operating under the ISSN 0302-1475 and E-ISSN 1533-6263, the journal has a remarkable Scopus ranking that positions it in the top 20% within the disciplines of Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences, attesting to the high quality and impact of its publications. Spanning a comprehensive timeline from 2002 to 2024, Sign Language Studies invites researchers, professionals, and students to engage with cutting-edge research, theoretical frameworks, and practical studies that contribute to our understanding of sign languages, their structure, use, and the communities they serve. This makes it an essential resource for those committed to the exploration and appreciation of sign language within both linguistic and social contexts.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.30
Journal Impact Factor0.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.90
H-Index31
Journal IF Without Self0.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.11
Influence0.62
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life15.20
Citing Half Life14.00
JCI0.46
Total Documents434
WOS Total Citations550
SCIMAGO Total Citations924
SCIMAGO SELF Citations130
Scopus Journal Rank0.30
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.72
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.79
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.91

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #211/1088
Percentile 80.61
Quartile Q1
Linguistics and Language in Social Sciences
Rank #246/1167
Percentile 78.92
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

LINGUISTICS
Rank 206/297
Percentile 30.80
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

LINGUISTICS
Rank 201/297
Percentile 32.32
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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