African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education

Aims & Scope

The editorial policy of' the African Journal of Research in Mathematics, Science and Technology Education (AJRMSTE) is to disseminate, as widely as possible, high quality research findings and well written articles on Curriculum Studies; Teacher Education; Education for Development; Mathematics Education; Science Education; Design & Technology Education and Computer Education.

Articles that promote the understanding of curricular policy and diverse socio-cultural issues and those which stimulate epistemological and methodological debates are welcome.

The editorial board welcomes articles that will contribute to the overall development of science, mathematics, technology and environmental education in Africa.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.5
2024	0.70

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	18593

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	71

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.250

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Astronomy and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Improving PCK of Chemical Equilibrium in Pre-service Teachers

  Citation: 85

  Authors: Elizabeth, Marissa

• Language and other background factors affecting secondary pupils' performance in Mathematics in South Africa

  Citation: 53

  Authors: Sarah J.

• A Framework for Describing Mathematics Discourse in Instruction and Interpreting Differences in Teaching

  Citation: 49

  Authors: Jill, Erlina

• Indigenous knowledge systems and science and technology education: A dialogue

  Citation: 42

  Authors: Gilbert, Mogege

• Research on multilingualism in mathematics education in South Africa: 2000–2007

  Citation: 42

  Authors: Mamokgethi, Nancy, Anthony

• The Development and Use of an Instrument to Investigate Science Teachers’ Views on Indigenous Knowledge

  Citation: 35

  Authors: Annelize, Josef, Piet

• Effectiveness of PhET Simulations and YouTube Videos to Improve the Learning of Optics in Rwandan Secondary Schools

  Citation: 31

  Authors: Kizito, Jean, Irénée

• The Role of Language in the Teaching and Learning of Early Grade Mathematics: An 11-year Account of Research in Kenya, Malawi and South Africa

  Citation: 26

  Authors: Anthony A.

• Out of the frying pan…?: Case studies of the implementation of Curriculum 2005 in some science classrooms

  Citation: 26

  Authors: J. M.

• The Role Played by Contextual Challenges in Practising Inquiry-based Science Teaching in Tanzania <i>Secondary Schools</i>

  Citation: 25

  Authors: Selina Thomas, Dijana, Marianne

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