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Social Work Education
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Social Work Education

0261-5479

Published by: Taylor & Francis

https://www.tandfonline.com/toc/cswe20/current

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Social Sciences and Humanities 910 7 11 6

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 17
Documents by Best Scientists*: 22
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 0
SCIMAGO H-index: 54
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.664
Impact Factor: 1.1

Overview

Top Research Topics at Social Work Education?

Social Work Education mostly deals with topics like Social work, Pedagogy, Social work education, Public relations and Medical education. It addresses concerns in Social work which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Context (language use), Social psychology, Curriculum, Higher education and Professional development. Pedagogy research featured in Social Work Education incorporates concerns from various other topics such as Field (Bourdieu), Engineering ethics and Competence (human resources).

Discussions in the journal are anchored in the subject of Social work education and the similar topic of Service user. Social Welfare, Training (civil) and Social change, Social philosophy, Social position are some topics wherein Public relations research discussed in Social Work Education have an impact. Issues in Social change were discussed, taking into consideration concepts from other disciplines like Social relation and Social engagement.

The journal connects the study in Medical education with the closely related area of Nursing.

  • Social work (75.10%)
  • Pedagogy (38.58%)
  • Social work education (22.40%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Avoiding the traps: seeking good practice in the use of self assessment and reflection in professional courses (214 citations)
  • The quest for a universal social work: some issues and implications (194 citations)
  • From Mastery to Accountability: Cultural Humility as an Alternative to Cultural Competence (188 citations)

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

The journal articles tackle a plethora of topics, such as Social work, Pedagogy, Public relations, Social work education and Social psychology. The studies on Social work discussed at the most cited articles can also contribute to research in the domains of Context (language use), Social change, Higher education and Professional development, Medical education. The journal publications with studies in Pedagogy featured incorporate elements of Field (Bourdieu) and Engineering ethics.

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

  • Law
  • Social science
  • Social psychology

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal focuses on Social work, Social work education, Pedagogy, Public relations and Medical education. The Social work works, particularly on Field education are tackled in the journal. Topics in Social work education explored in the journal were investigated in conjunction with research in Diversity (politics), Curriculum and Service user.

It focuses on Pedagogy but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Practice learning and Reflexivity. The journal holds forums on Public relations that merges themes from other disciplines such as Social Welfare and General partnership. The journal tackles research in various disciplines, including 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak and Pandemic.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • My grandmother’s hands: racialized trauma and the pathway to mending our hearts and bodies: by Resmaa Menakem, Las Vegas, NV, Central Recovery Press, 2017, 309 pp., £ 12.99 (hardback), 9781942094470, Published in the UK (2021) by London, Penguin Books, £9.99, ISBN 9780141996479 (16 citations)
  • Using blended learning in South African social work education to facilitate student engagement (5 citations)
  • Eats me alive!: social workers reflect on practice in neoliberal contexts (5 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 Social Work Education (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Hugh McLaughlin (20 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Jill Manthorpe (20 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Beth R. Crisp (17 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Michael Preston-Shoot (13 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Viviene E. Cree (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 Social Work Education (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Pedagogical University (56 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Calgary (43 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
  • University of Toronto (34 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of Birmingham (26 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Deakin University (25 papers) published 2 papers 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, 13.97% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 12.99% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 4.55% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 18.83% of all publications and 63.64% 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

In further connecting the disciplines discussed, it's also worth considering how these topics and research impact practical applications in the social work field. For instance, learning about social work education and the principles of pedagogy is crucial for those who aspire to be professionals in this field. But what does the path to professional development look like?

One profession that's directly linked to the topics tackled in social work education is a Substance Abuse Counselor. This important role assists individuals who are dealing with substance addiction, providing them with the necessary tools and strategies to overcome their addiction. As such, the study of social work, psychology, and education play a significant part in shaping the competencies of these professionals.

To become a substance abuse counselor, one typically needs to earn at least a bachelor's degree, although a master's degree is preferred. Coursework generally includes studying psychology, sociology, and other related fields. After obtaining the necessary degree, aspiring counselors must also complete a certain number of supervised work hours and pass a state-issued examination.

For those who are interested in pursuing this career path, you can find more detailed information about becoming a certified substance abuse counselor in Kansas by visiting this substance abuse counselor certification Kansas page.

In conclusion, the study of social work education does not only contribute to the body of knowledge but also aims to develop competent professionals who make a difference in society. It is essential to keep in mind the potential career paths and professional roles of this discipline, as well as the responsibilities and requirements of these roles.

Top Publications

  • Translating knowledge into practice: using simulation to enhance mental health competence through social work education

    Eunjung Lee;Toula Kourgiantakis;Marion Bogo

    (2020)
    44 Citations
  • Information Communication Technology during Covid-19

    (2022)
    18 Citations
  • Cognitive and affective processes: MSW students’ awareness and coping through simulated interviews

    Karen M. Sewell;Jane E. Sanders;Toula Kourgiantakis;Ellen Katz

    (2021)
    17 Citations
  • Practicing alliance: an experiential model of teaching diversity and inclusion for social work practice and education

    Shelley L. Craig;Terry Gardiner;Andrew D. Eaton;Nelson Pang

    (2021)
    14 Citations
  • Social work field instruction: a scoping review

    Marion Bogo;Karen M. Sewell;Faisa Mohamud;Toula Kourgiantakis

    (2020)
    13 Citations
  • The health social work competency rating scale: development of a tool for education and practice

    Shelley L. Craig;Lauren B. McInroy;Ami Goulden;Andrew D. Eaton

    (2021)
    7 Citations
  • Connecting worlds: social work educators’ perceptions on the role of lived experience in pedagogic practice

    (2022)
    6 Citations
  • Exploring Islamic social work - between community and the common good

    (2023)
    1 Citations
  • Evaluating an embodied mindfulness approach to teach reflective practice to MSW students: a mixed methods case study

    (2022)
    0 Citations
  • Social work faculty attitudes towards diversity and oppression content in MSW curricula

    (2022)
    0 Citations

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