RISE publishes theoretical articles and original research findings in the field of education from a sociological perspective, using diverse methodological approaches grounded in scientific theory and evidence. The journal welcomes disciplinary and interdisciplinary contributions that examine educational processes, institutions and policies, and that advance social transformation and the overcoming of social inequalities through education. The journal is particularly interested in research addressing the intersections between education and broader social structures, including inequality, power relations, stratification, migration, gender, policy and institutional change. Submissions are expected to demonstrate clear theoretical and analytical contributions and to engage with international debates, with relevance beyond the local context.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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EducationQ3
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Q3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Sociology
Scopus Categories
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Education
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Educational Practices and PoliciesEducation and Teacher TrainingEducation in Rural ContextsSocial Sciences and PoliciesInclusive Education and DiversityGlobal Educational Policies and ReformsSchool Choice and PerformanceEducational Innovations and TechnologySocial and Cultural DynamicsIntergenerational and Educational Inequality Studies