International Journal of Design Education

Aims & Scope

The International Journal of Design Education explores aspects of learning to become a designer and to develop modes of “design thinking.” It explores design strategies, methodologies, and tactics.

It analyzes forms of professional stance, and it examines pedagogies of engagement with design purposes, designed objects, and design.

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Metrics & Ranking

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	23029

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	31

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.171

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	6

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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 Arts and Humanities 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.

• Contribution towards a Reflection about Methodological Strategies in Design Education and the Function of Drawing in Design

  Citation: 30

  Authors: Suzana, Susana

• Design Thinking in EFL Context: Studying the Potential for Language Teaching and Learning

  Citation: 9

  Authors: Debopriyo, John

• Experiential Learning in Design Education: Teaching Construction and Technology through Active Experimentation in Interior and Architectural Design

  Citation: 8

  Authors: Nidhi

• Integrated Project Delivery and Building Information Modeling: Redefining the Relationship between Education and Practice

  Citation: 8

  Authors: Daniel, Burcin

• Rethinking Learning Design: Reconceptualizing the Role of the Learning Designer in Pre-Service Teacher Preparation through a Design-led Approach

  Citation: 7

  Authors: Steven, Natalie, Jason, Les

• Integration of Sustainable Practices in Fashion Design Education: An Experimental Study Based on Experiential Learning

  Citation: 6

  Authors: Shlagha

• Photoshop and Illustrator Use in Instructional Design: A Case Study of College Visual Communication Course Design

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Guan-Chen, Chih-Hsiang

• Incorporating a Sustainability Approach in Teaching Architectural Design Studio

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Mustafa G., Eman Sabry

• Understanding Students’ Conceptions of and Approaches to Learning Design

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Ching Yeh, Chin Chung

• Collaborative Learning in Design Education: The Value of Collaboration and Collective Experience in Team Projects

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Alexander

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