SOCIAL SCIENCE INFORMATION SUR LES SCIENCES SOCIALES
Scope & Guideline
Illuminating the Intersection of Society and Information
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal encourages research that crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries, integrating insights from sociology, anthropology, political science, and economics to address complex social phenomena. - Methodological Diversity:
A strong emphasis is placed on various research methodologies, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods approaches, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of social issues. - Focus on Contemporary Issues:
Research published in the journal often tackles pressing contemporary issues such as migration, inequality, and the impact of technology on society, making it relevant to current socio-political contexts. - Critical Analysis of Social Theories:
The journal frequently engages in critical discussions of established social theories, exploring their application and relevance in modern contexts, thus contributing to theoretical advancements. - Translation and Knowledge Production:
There is a notable focus on the politics of translation and its implications for knowledge production in social sciences, reflecting a commitment to addressing linguistic and cultural barriers in academia.
Trending and Emerging
- Trust and Distrust in Society:
There is a notable increase in research exploring the concepts of trust and distrust, particularly in relation to science, media, and social institutions, reflecting a growing concern about societal cohesion and legitimacy. - Impact of Technology on Social Dynamics:
Emerging themes focus on the intersection of technology and society, including studies on social media, digitalization, and their effects on public perceptions, which are increasingly relevant in today’s digital age. - Migration and Global Mobility:
Research on migration patterns and the socio-economic drivers behind them is gaining traction, highlighting the complexities of global mobility and its implications for social policies. - Student Debt and Economic Mobility:
The moral economy surrounding student debt is emerging as a significant theme, reflecting broader societal concerns about education, economic inequality, and the changing landscape of higher education. - Ecological and Environmental Issues in Anthropology:
There is a rising interest in the environmental dimensions of social research, particularly within anthropology, indicating a growing awareness of the interplay between cultural practices and ecological sustainability.
Declining or Waning
- Evaluation of Scientific Practices:
Themes surrounding the evaluation of scientific practices and bibliometrics, although previously significant, appear to be less frequently addressed in recent publications, possibly due to a shift towards more applied social issues. - Historical Sociological Analysis:
Research focusing specifically on historical sociological analysis has decreased, indicating a potential waning interest in purely historical perspectives in favor of contemporary, real-time social analysis. - Crisis Studies in Isolation:
While crises such as COVID-19 have been a focal point, studies that examine these crises in isolation, without connecting them to broader social transformations, seem to be less prevalent. - Theoretical Debates on Neoliberalism:
Although neoliberalism was once a hot topic, discussions surrounding its theoretical implications are becoming less frequent, suggesting a potential shift towards more immediate socio-economic issues. - Gender Studies within Sociology:
Research specifically addressing gender studies within sociology, while still present, has seen a relative decline, with fewer dedicated analyses as the journal shifts towards broader social dynamics.
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