Topics in Early Childhood Special Education

Aims & Scope

Topics in Early Childhood Special Education (TECSE) communicates information about early intervention, which is defined broadly and includes services provided to (a) infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who are at risk for or display developmental delays and disabilities and (b) the families of such youngsters.

TECSE includes articles on personnel preparation, policy issues, and operation of intervention programs.

The intent is to publish information that will improve the lives of young children and their families.

Manuscripts from (a) diverse theoretical perspectives, (b) all disciplines related to early intervention, and (c) all authors with information of value to the early intervention community are welcome.

There are two topical issues—which address an identified problem, trend, or subject of concern and importance to early intervention—and two non-topical issues.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.4
2024	2.00

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	1.212

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	66

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	3501

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	359

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Abstracting & Indexing

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

• Scopus
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• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine and 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.

• Behavior Problems of Preschool Children From Low-Income Families

  Citation: 369

  Authors: Cathy, Ann P.

• The Tie That Binds

  Citation: 261

  Authors: Samuel L.

• Supporting Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices Through Practice-Based Coaching

  Citation: 243

  Authors: Patricia A., Mary Louise, Lise

• Influences of Family-Systems Intervention Practices on Parent-Child Interactions and Child Development

  Citation: 220

  Authors: Carol M., Carl J., Deborah W.

• Randomized, Controlled Trial of the LEAP Model of Early Intervention for Young Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders

  Citation: 209

  Authors: Phillip S., Edward H.

• A Review of Processes and Outcomes in Family-Centered Services for Children With a Disability

  Citation: 203

  Authors: Ian, Deb

• Using Relationship-Focused Intervention to Enhance the Social—Emotional Functioning of Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

  Citation: 188

  Authors: Gerald, Frida

• Promising Interventions for Promoting Emergent Literacy Skills

  Citation: 179

  Authors: Laura M., Paige C.

• Preschool Inclusion

  Citation: 177

  Authors: Samuel L.

• Evaluating the Implementation of the <i>Pyramid Model for Promoting Social-Emotional Competence</i> in Early Childhood Classrooms

  Citation: 169

  Authors: Mary Louise, Patricia A., Lise, James

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