Journal of Education for Library and Information Science

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Education for Library and Information Science (JELIS) is a fully refereed scholarly periodical that has been published quarterly by the Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) since 1960.

JELIS supports scholarly inquiry in library and information science (LIS) education by serving as the primary venue for the publication of research articles, reviews, and brief communications about issues of interest to LIS educators.

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Metrics & Ranking

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	13675

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	125

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.405

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	13

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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.

• Core and More: Examining Foundational and Specialized Content in Library and Information Science

  Citation: 52

  Authors: Laura

• Library and Information Science Schools in Canada and USA: A Webometric Perspective

  Citation: 51

  Authors: Heting, Shaoyi, Mike

• Knowledge Management: Semantic Drift or Conceptual Shift?

  Citation: 46

  Authors: Elisabeth, Blaise

• Where Do We Stand? Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in North American Library and Information Science Education

  Citation: 45

  Authors: Alex H., Denise, Jane, Xia, Erjia

• The Panda Syndrome: An Ecology of LIS Education

  Citation: 38

  Authors: Nancy Van, Stuart A.

• Current Educational Trends in the Information and Library Science Curriculum

  Citation: 36

  Authors: Karen

• International Students in the U.S.: Trends, Cultural Adjustments, and Solutions for a Better Experience

  Citation: 35

  Authors: Kwasi

• Crying Wolf: An Examination and Reconsideration of the Perception of Crisis in LIS Education

  Citation: 35

  Authors: Andrew, April

• Education for Information Literacy Instruction: A Global Perspective

  Citation: 35

  Authors: Heidi

• Effects of Learning Styles and Class Participation on Students' Enjoyment Level in Distributed Learning Environments

  Citation: 32

  Authors: Carol, Yunfei

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