Communications in Information Literacy is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that publishes scholarly articles on information literacy. The journal is dedicated to the dissemination of research and best practices in the field of information literacy, serving as a platform for educators, librarians, and researchers to share their work and engage in scholarly dialogue. It covers a wide range of topics related to information literacy, including its theoretical underpinnings, pedagogical approaches, assessment methods, and its role in various educational contexts and beyond.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
16
weeks to review
Average · median is 15 wks
Q1
SJR Rank
Top 25% in field
General Information
Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published2007
FrequencySemi-annual
StatusActive (last: 2025)
Total Publications388
Publisher OrgCommunications in Information Literacy
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Library and Information SciencesQ1
EducationQ2
E-learningQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Information Science & Library Science
Scopus Categories
E-learningLibrary and Information SciencesEducation
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Library Science and Information LiteracyWeb and Library ServicesLibrary Science and AdministrationOnline and Blended LearningEducational Strategies and EpistemologiesLibrary Collection Development and Digital ResourcesReflective Practices in EducationOpen Education and E-LearningEducation and Critical Thinking DevelopmentLiteracy, Media, and Education