Rural Special Education Quarterly

Aims & Scope

Published quarterly since 1981, RSEQ is the only national scholarly publication focused entirely on: presentation of experimental or applied research that examines variables affecting rural programs or personnel; analysis of policy developments at the state and federal levels that have important implications for rural areas; description of program models or practice in action appropriate for rural schools or community agencies serving individuals with special needs; and thought-provoking discussion of regional or national issues and trends in rural service delivery or personnel preparation.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.9
2024	0.90

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.464

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	20

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	12317

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	69

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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.

• Issues in Special Education Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Professional Development: Considerations in Supporting Rural Teachers

  Citation: 136

  Authors: Ann B., Robert A., Maggie L., Thomas W.

• A Comparative Study of Rurality and Urbanicity on Access to and Satisfaction with Services for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

  Citation: 88

  Authors: Melissa A., Lisa A.

• Policy Challenges and Opportunities for Rural Special Education

  Citation: 77

  Authors: Harvey, Kevin J.

• Virtual Reality: Emerging Applications and Future Directions

  Citation: 75

  Authors: Barbara L.

• Distance Education Support for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Complex Needs During COVID-19 and School Closures

  Citation: 73

  Authors: Donald M., Robert C., Melissa C.

• Progress Monitoring as Essential Practice within Response to Intervention

  Citation: 66

  Authors: Pamela M., Douglas, Lynn S.

• Mixed-Methods Analysis of Rural Special Educators’ Role Stressors, Behavior Management, and Burnout

  Citation: 64

  Authors: Justin D., Margaret G., Cheryl, Leanne

• The Relationship of Perceived Support to Satisfaction and Commitment for Special Education Teachers in Rural Areas

  Citation: 61

  Authors: Ann B.

• Educating Students With Disabilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned From Commerce Independent School District

  Citation: 58

  Authors: Patricia, Rachel, David A., Brittany L.

• Defining and Describing Rural: Implications for Rural Special Education Research and Policy

  Citation: 55

  Authors: Leslie R., Natalie A., James A., Carina M., Greg W., Ann M., Kirstie

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