College and Research Libraries News

Aims & Scope

Established in 1966, College & Research Libraries News (C&RL News) provides articles on the latest trends and practices affecting academic and research libraries and serves as the official newsmagazine and publication of record of the Association of College and Research Libraries.

Monthly columns include Scholarly Communication, The Way I See It, Internet Resources, Internet Reviews, Washington Hotline, Grants and Acquisitions, and People in the News.

Other regular features include ACRL TechConnect, Perspectives on the Framework, and International Insights.

C&RL News is published 11 times per year.

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Metrics & Ranking

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.303

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	27

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	16529

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	142

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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

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in 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.

• Eigenfactor: Measuring the value and prestige of scholarly journals

  Citation: 310

  Authors: Carl

• Beyond Beall’s List: Better understanding predatory publishers

  Citation: 105

  Authors: Monica, Jill

• Moving on from Facebook: Using Instagram to connect with undergraduates and engage in teaching and learning

  Citation: 92

  Authors: Danielle

• ACRL STANDARDS: Information Literacy Compentency Standards for Higher Education

  Citation: 83

  Authors: American

• 2012 top ten trends in academic libraries: A review of the trends and issues affecting academic libraries in higher education

  Citation: 77

  Authors:

• QR codes and academic libraries: Reaching mobile users

  Citation: 71

  Authors: Robin

• Embedded librarianship in the research context: Navigating new waters

  Citation: 67

  Authors: Jake, Ruth

• The blended librarian: A blueprint for redefining the teaching and learning role of academic librarians

  Citation: 65

  Authors: Steven J., John

• Top trends in academic libraries: A review of the trends and issues affecting academic libraries in higher education

  Citation: 65

  Authors:

• Using instructional design principles to develop effective information literacy instruction: The ADDIE model

  Citation: 63

  Authors: Angiah L.

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