New Review of Academic Librarianship

Aims & Scope

The New Review of Academic Librarianship publishes reviews, research, critiques and exemplar case studies on substantive topics relevant to those providing library and information services to academic communities.

Emphasis is placed on establishing the relevance and applicability of theory and/or research for the academic library practitioner.

The intention is to disseminate developments and encourage discussion on the future role of academic libraries and their services.

The scope of the Journal covers, but is not restricted to, developments in the following: -Scholarly communication (including institutional repositories)- Support for learning & research- Information literacy- Deployment of information and communication technologies- Changing use of physical space- Performance monitoring and service evaluation- Human resources and workforce development- Collection management - Conservation and preservation - Collaboration and co-operation - Electronic content procurement- National/international policy on higher education library and information provision

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.3
2024	1.90

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.862

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	28

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	6079

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	202

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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.

• A Study Exploring Learners' Informal Learning Space Behaviors, Attitudes, and Preferences

  Citation: 84

  Authors: Deborah, Bea

• Envisioning the Academic Library: A Reflection on Roles, Relevancy and Relationships

  Citation: 83

  Authors: Geraldine, Jessica

• Authors’ Awareness and Attitudes Toward Open Access Repositories

  Citation: 65

  Authors: Claire, Jenny, Helen, Charles, Steve, Valérie, Sonya

• Transforming academic library operations in Africa with artificial intelligence: Opportunities and challenges: A review paper

  Citation: 56

  Authors: Anthonia U., Omorodion

• Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and Their Impact on Academic Library Services: Exploring the Issues and Challenges

  Citation: 52

  Authors: Hannah

• Measuring the economic impact of the British library

  Citation: 43

  Authors: Caroline, Ann, Laurie

• Scholarly communication and epistemic cultures

  Citation: 42

  Authors: Blaise

• Is Information-Seeking Behavior of Doctoral Students Changing?: A Review of the Literature (2010–2015)

  Citation: 41

  Authors: Valérie

• Positioning the Academic Library within the Institution: A Literature Review

  Citation: 40

  Authors: John

• Evaluating the Impact of Academic Liaison Librarians on Their User Community: A Review and Case Study

  Citation: 38

  Authors: Louise, Michael, Nial, Thomas, Ginny, Elizabeth, Helen

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