International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design

Aims & Scope

The mission of the International Journal of Online Pedagogy and Course Design (IJOPCD) is to provide a platform for the latest research, analysis, and development of online education, effective online teaching methods, and course design.

IJOPCD covers the pedagogical design aspects of science education and computing education, as well as courses supported by educational technologies.

Targeting academic researchers and educators who work in the field, this journal focuses on the importance of developments in online course design and teaching methods to improve teachers’ teaching and students’ learning.

Researchers are encouraged to submit cross-disciplinary, high-quality syntheses that are interesting, beneficial, and apprehensible to all those interested in or teaching science and related disciplines.

Topics to be discussed in this journal include (but are not limited to) the following: -Adoption of e-learning -Best practices in computing education -Best practices in science education -Blended learning -Computer-mediated communication -E-learning -Emerging technologies -Evaluation of learning technology systems -Evaluation of online learning effects -Learning management systems -Multimedia and interactive learning systems -Online course design -Online learners’ behavior -Pedagogy and teaching with technology -Virtual reality environments -Web-based teaching methods

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.6
2024	0.30

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.191

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

h-index

Year	Value
2024	12

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	21750

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	75

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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 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.

• Expanding Learning Opportunities for Graduate Students with HyFlex Course Design

  Citation: 86

  Authors: Mariam Mouse Matta, Julia Lynn

• Faculty Resistance to Change

  Citation: 36

  Authors: Erin, Lisa

• Top Technologies for Integrating Online Instruction

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Lawrence A.

• Expectations, Challenges and Suggestions for Faculty Teaching Online Courses in Higher Education

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Alec, Davison M, Joachim S, Fidelis, Brian K

• Process Mining and Learners' Behavior Analytics in a Collaborative and Web-Based Multi-Tabletop Environment

  Citation: 20

  Authors: Parham, Wichian

• An Exploration of Students’ Participation, Learning Process, and Learning Outcomes in Web 2.0 Computer Supported Collaborative Learning

  Citation: 19

  Authors: Chun-Yi, Chen-Hsien

• Videogame Performance (Not Always) Requires Intelligence

  Citation: 19

  Authors: M. Ángeles, Francisco J., Ana, Herman, Javier, María, Marta, Roberto

• Using Personal Learning Environment (PLE) Management to Support Digital Lifelong Learning

  Citation: 18

  Authors: Cherng-Jyh, Chih-Hsiung, Laura E, Hoda, Claudia R.

• Motivational Influences for Higher Education (HE) Students

  Citation: 18

  Authors: Robert, Murray

• A Synchronous Pedagogy to Improve Online Student Success

  Citation: 16

  Authors: Robert P., Mohini

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