Studies in Media and Communication
Redfame Publishing Inc. · United States · Est. 1997
Aims & Scope
SMC aims to promote excellence through dissemination of high-quality research findings, specialist knowledge, and discussion of professional issues that reflect the diversity of this field. The focuses and scopes of the journal include: Applied Communication Communication Education Communication Theory Digital Communication Electronic Media Environmental Communication Health Communication International and Intercultural Communication Interpersonal Communication Language and Social Interaction Legal Communication Mass Communication and Media Literacy Mass Media Organizational Communication Political Communication Public Relations Semiotics Small Group Communication Speech Communication Theatre and Drama Visual Communication
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Frequently asked questions about Studies in Media and Communication
Is Studies in Media and Communication a predatory journal?
Studies in Media and Communication was withdrawn from the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) — DOAJ's stated reason: "Journal not adhering to Best practice" (2015-09-11). Withdrawal is not a predatory verdict, but it is a material editorial signal; it remains indexed in Scopus. Verify the journal's current status on DOAJ and its official site before submitting.
What is the impact factor of Studies in Media and Communication?
Studies in Media and Communication is not in the Web of Science Core Collection, so it has no official Clarivate Journal Impact Factor. Its SCImago SJR score is 0.197.
Is Studies in Media and Communication indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?
Studies in Media and Communication is indexed in Scopus.
What is the aims and scope of Studies in Media and Communication?
SMC aims to promote excellence through dissemination of high-quality research findings, specialist knowledge, and discussion of professional issues that reflect the diversity of this field. The focuses and scopes of the journal include: Applied Communication Communication Education Communication Theory Digital Communication Electronic Media Environmental Communication Health Communication International and Intercultural Communication Interpersonal Communication Language and Social Interaction Legal Communication Mass Communication and Media Literacy Mass Media Organizational Communication Poli
How much does it cost to publish in Studies in Media and Communication?
Studies in Media and Communication charges an article processing charge (APC) of about $1,200 for open-access publication.
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