Internet Reference Services Quarterly

Aims & Scope

Internet Reference Services Quarterly welcomes articles covering topics on the online, electronic and digital aspects and nature of library reference and information services, including reference practices, research consultations, reference sources and tools, professional librarianship, electronic communications, information literacy, instruction, online searching, training and education, managing reference services, evaluating information services and sources, software and technology, and user populations.

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Metrics & Ranking

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	6892

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	159

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.790

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	23

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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.

• The Problems and Potential of MySpace and Facebook Usage in Academic Libraries

  Citation: 98

  Authors: Melanie, Yvonne Nalani

• ChatGPT and Its Possible Impact on Library Reference Services

  Citation: 65

  Authors: Xiaotian

• Perspectives of Librarians on Awareness and Readiness of Academic Libraries to Integrate Artificial Intelligence for Library Operations and Services in Nigeria

  Citation: 52

  Authors: Yusuf Ayodeji, Adeyinka, Khadijah Yetunde, Firdausi

• The Art and Science of Prompt Engineering: A New Literacy in the Information Age

  Citation: 52

  Authors: Leo S.

• Walking a Mile in the User's Shoes: Customer Journey Mapping as a Method to Understanding the User Experience

  Citation: 42

  Authors: Joe J., Annie, Ryan

• ChatGPT and Librarians for Reference Consultations

  Citation: 35

  Authors: Adebowale Jeremy

• Using an Interactive Online Tutorial to Expand Library Instruction

  Citation: 29

  Authors: Katherine

• Ethnography of Novices' First Use of Web Search Engines

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Diane

• Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology Adoption Model for Entrepreneurs: Case of ChatGPT

  Citation: 26

  Authors: Varun, Hongji

• Making LibGuides Work: Student Interviews and Usability Tests

  Citation: 25

  Authors: Kate, Cheryl

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