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Journal of Social Work Education
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Journal of Social Work Education

1043-7797

Published by: Taylor & Francis

https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/cswe20

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Social Sciences and Humanities 634 12 16 8

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 19
Documents by Best Scientists*: 25
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 0
SCIMAGO H-index: 68
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.56
Impact Factor: 1.2

Overview

Top Research Topics at Journal of Social Work Education?

The journal focuses largely on the fields of Social work, Pedagogy, Medical education, Professional development and Higher education. Journal of Social Work Education is focused mainly on Social work, particularly Social work education. The Pedagogy works featured in the journal incorporate elements from Mathematics education, Field (Bourdieu), Engineering ethics and Accreditation.

While Medical education is the focus of Journal of Social Work Education, it also provided insights into the studies of Nursing and Competence (human resources). The majority of Curriculum studies in Journal of Social Work Education are focused on the subject of Curriculum development. The journal investigates Public relations research which frequently intersects with Social change.

  • Social work (96.63%)
  • Pedagogy (36.36%)
  • Medical education (22.03%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards: Do They Work for Clients? (814 citations)
  • CRITICAL RACE THEORY AND THE CULTURAL COMPETENCE DILEMMA IN SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION (311 citations)
  • Strengthening Qualitative Studies and Reports (215 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Journal of Social Work Education:

The journal papers are organized to reinforce research efforts on Social work, Pedagogy, Higher education, Professional development and Social work education. While work presented in the journal publications provide substantial information on Social work, it also covers topics in Social psychology, Curriculum, Public relations, Medical education and Teaching method. The journal papers with studies in Pedagogy featured incorporate elements of Mathematics education, Engineering ethics and Field (Bourdieu).

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Law
  • Education
  • Social science

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The main research concerns discussed in Journal of Social Work Education are Social work, Social work education, Medical education, Public relations and Pandemic. Topics in Social work explored in it were investigated in conjunction with research in Pedagogy, Curriculum, Field (Bourdieu) and Engineering ethics. Teaching method is a focus of the Pedagogy works in the journal.

Perception, State (polity), Inclusion (education), Gender studies and Critical race theory are some topics wherein Social work education research discussed in Journal of Social Work Education have an impact. The featured Medical education works encompass concepts such as Accreditation and Practicum and examines them in conjunction with Course (navigation). Journal of Social Work Education addresses concerns in the field of Public relations by exploring it in line with topics in Download which intersect with Warranty subjects.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Integrating Micro and Macro Practice: An Evaluation of the Policy Advocacy Course (4 citations)
  • Walk the Talk of Power, Privilege, and Oppression: A Template Analysis (4 citations)
  • Teaching Technology Competencies: A Social Work Practice With Technology Course (3 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Journal of Social Work Education (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Marion Bogo (30 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Bruce A. Thyer (24 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Susan P. Robbins (16 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition,
  • Danielle E. Parrish (15 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Eileen D. Gambrill (13 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Journal of Social Work Education (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Virginia Commonwealth University (52 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Florida State University (33 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • University of Toronto (30 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition,
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (29 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • University of Michigan (28 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 94.31% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 57.14% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 28.57% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 14.29% of all publications and 0.00% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Opportunities in Social Work

The pursuit of a career in Social Work, especially social work education, requires knowledge and passion for making positive societal changes. By understanding and addressing social issues, individuals can significantly impact their community. One such pathway leading to such impacts is becoming a mental health counselor. Working in fields such as healthcare, education, public relations, and law, mental health counselors leverage the principles of human learning, social relations, and ethics to create a positive difference. Importantly, these professionals apply their learnings from social work research published in respected journals, like the Journal of Social Work Education, directly into practice. For instance, individuals interested in pedagogy can pursue a career as a counselor in schools or universities, helping students navigate their academic and personal challenges. Those interested in medical education can use their expertise to guide and educate patients and families on different medical procedures, disease management, and healthy living. Similarly, those fascinated by social sciences could play a vital role in advocating for social justice issues, influencing public policies, or working directly with people facing socio-economic difficulties. If you're interested in this rewarding and impactful career path, understanding the educational requirements, licensure details, and potential career pathways is crucial. To help with that, we've compiled a comprehensive guide on How to become a mental health counselor in Wyoming. This guide will walk you through all the necessary steps you'll need to take to become a mental health counselor in Wyoming. You'll also find helpful tips on where and how to start your journey, and how to enhance your skills in social work education to become a well-rounded, effective counselor. A career in social work offers a lifetime of opportunities to support, empower, and advocate for those in need, driven by the knowledge and insights gained from leading research in publications like the Journal of Social Work Education. Start your journey today, and equip yourself with the necessary tools to make a real difference to individual lives and society as a whole.

Top Publications

  • Naming and Addressing Homophobic and Transphobic Microaggressions in Social Work Classrooms

    David S. Byers;Lauren B. McInroy;Shelley L. Craig;Sarah Slates

    (2020)
    22 Citations
  • Teaching Note—Enhancing Social Work Education in Mental Health, Addictions, and Suicide Risk Assessment

    Toula Kourgiantakis;Karen M. Sewell;Eunjung Lee;Keith Adamson

    (2020)
    21 Citations
  • Colorblind Attitudes, Empathy, and Shame: Preparing White Students for Anti-Racist Social Work Practice

    (2022)
    15 Citations
  • Conflict in Field: LGBTQ Social Work Students’ Stories of Identity Management, Discrimination, and Practice

    Lori Messinger;Anthony P. Natale;Michael P. Dentato;Shelley L. Craig

    (2020)
    15 Citations
  • Current Landscape of Doctoral Education in Social Work: A Look at the PhD and DSW Programs

    (2023)
    9 Citations
  • Preparing for the Academic Job Market: A Guide for Social Work Doctoral Students and Their Mentors

    Elizabeth Lightfoot;Cynthia Franklin;Raiza Beltran

    (2021)
    9 Citations
  • Examining relationships among student empowerment, sense of community, and the implicit curriculum: a multigroup analysis of race and ethnicity

    Sheila M. McMahon;N. Andrew Peterson;Antoinette Y. Farmer;Shari E. Miller

    (2020)
    8 Citations
  • Interrupting Hetero- and Cisnormativity in Social Work Programs: LGBTQ+ Student Strategies for Increasing Inclusion

    M. Alex Wagaman;Edward J. Alessi;Jacob Goffnett;Keith J. Watts

    (2021)
    8 Citations
  • Forensic Social Work: Why Social Work Education Should Change

    Athena Kheibari;Robert J. Walker;James Clark;Grant Victor

    (2021)
    5 Citations
  • Measuring Competence in Social Work: A Tribute to the Contributions of Marion Bogo

    (2023)
    2 Citations

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