Reference Librarian

Aims & Scope

The Reference Librarian aims to be a standard resource for everyone interested in the practice of reference work, from library and information science students to practicing reference librarians and full-time researchers.

It enables readers to keep up with the changing face of reference, presenting new ideas for consideration.

The Reference Librarian publishes articles about all aspects of the reference process, some research-based and some applied.

Current trends and traditional questions are equally welcome.

Many articles concern new electronic tools and resources, best practices in instruction and reference service, analysis of marketing of services, and effectiveness studies.

Metrics & Ranking

Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar

Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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.

• Smartphones, Smart Objects, and Augmented Reality

  Citation: 57

  Authors: Harry E.

• Knowledge Gap, Information-Seeking and the Poor

  Citation: 54

  Authors: Elfreda A., Victoria EM

• Deconstructing Plagiarism: International Students and Textual Borrowing Practices

  Citation: 48

  Authors: Dawn

• Increasing students’ ability to identify fake news through information literacy education and content management systems

  Citation: 43

  Authors: Kendra

• Factors That Influence Reference Success: What Makes Questioners Willing to Return?

  Citation: 41

  Authors: Joan C.

• Working Together: Academic Librarians and Faculty Collaborating to Improve Students' Information Literacy Skills: A Literature Review 2000–2009

  Citation: 40

  Authors: Michael

• Librarian or Social Worker: Time to Look at the Blurring Line?

  Citation: 36

  Authors: Rachael

• Artists, Art Historians, and Visual Art Information

  Citation: 34

  Authors: Sara Shatford

• Using the Flipped Classroom Model in Your Library Instruction Course

  Citation: 29

  Authors: Eduardo

• Introducing Open Government Data

  Citation: 29

  Authors: Karen