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Social Sciences & Humanities Open Template

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About the Social Sciences & Humanities Open format

Social Sciences & Humanities Open is a peer-reviewed journal published by Elsevier, covering Teacher Education and Leadership Studies, Online and Blended Learning, COVID-19 and Mental Health.

PublisherElsevier
Reference styleNumbered (Elsevier)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
[1] A. Smith, B. Jones, C. Lee, A representative article title, Social Sciences & Humanities Open 12 (2023) 45–58.

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Publishes research inTeacher Education and Leadership Studies Online and Blended Learning COVID-19 and Mental Health EFL/ESL Teaching and Learning Technology Adoption and User Behaviour
ISSN2590-2911
Citation impact (2-yr)2.5
h-index57
i10-index494
Total citations20,524
Article processing charge$700
Open accessYes
Top institutions publishing hereUniversity of Johannesburg
Journal websitewww.journals.elsevier.com
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Papers published in Social Sciences & Humanities Open per year

1
2009
1
2014
8
2019
90
2020
142
2021
143
2022
405
2023
470
2024
1.1K
2025

Citation impact of Social Sciences & Humanities Open by publication year

0
2009
0
2014
157
2019
2.9K
2020
4.4K
2021
2.2K
2022
4.6K
2023
3.2K
2024
2.3K
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in Social Sciences & Humanities Open

Students’ perception and preference for online education in India during COVID -19 pandemic

T Muthuprasad, S Aiswarya, K.S. Aditya et al. · 1 Jan 2021

Educational institutes across the world have closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic jeopardizing the academic calendars. Most educational institutes have shifted to online learning platforms to keep the academic activities going. However, the questions about the preparedness, designing and effectiveness of e-learning is still not clearly understood, particularly for a developing country like India, where…

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Analyzing augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) recent development in education

Abdullah M. Al‐Ansi, Abdullah M. Al‐Ansi, Mohammed Jaboob et al. · 1 Jan 2023

Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies have revolutionized learning approaches through immersive digital experience, interactive environment, simulation and engagement. Yet, these technologies are in developing stage and require massive investment and mass customization to meet the high demand in education. This comprehensive review aims to frame AR and VR development in education during…

Technological Pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) in action: Application of learning in the classroom by pre-service teachers (PST)

Joseline M. Santos, Rowell De Regla Castro · 1 Jan 2021

Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) is the effectiveness of the delivery of the lesson with technology integration. It is an ideal application in all aspects of learning, which are all important in the teaching and learning process. This study evaluated the application of TPACK of pre-service teachers in different public schools around Bulacan. The pre-service…

Exploring the context of teaching character education to children in preprimary and primary schools

Wohabie Birhan Bitew, Gebeyehu Shiferaw, Alem Amsalu et al. · 1 Jan 2021

The objective of this study was to explore the contents of moral and character education for children and the pedagogy or approach employed by parents and teachers to teach character and moral education for children. The study was conducted in 18 schools found in East Gojjam, West Gojjam and Awi administrative zones. Preprimary and primary…

Digital transformation in education: Critical components for leaders of system change

Aidan McCarthy, Dorit Maor, A. McConney et al. · 1 Jan 2023

Leaders recognize that digital transformation is required for efficiency and effectiveness of the information, services, and personal experiences vital among stakeholders. A global pandemic is reshaping society, demonstrating that agility with digital technologies is advantageous. Education leaders and policymakers have felt pressure to adopt a systematic approach to transformation enabled by digital innovation. Decision-makers across…

Social Sciences & Humanities Open template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Social Sciences & Humanities Open format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Social Sciences & Humanities Open template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Elsevier format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Social Sciences & Humanities Open use?
Social Sciences & Humanities Open uses Numbered (Elsevier) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: [1] A. Smith, B. Jones, C. Lee, A representative article title, Social Sciences & Humanities Open 12 (2023) 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Social Sciences & Humanities Open?
No. DocuGuru generates the elsarticle LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Elsevier-ready Social Sciences & Humanities Open document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
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Who publishes Social Sciences & Humanities Open?
Social Sciences & Humanities Open is a multidisciplinary journal published by Elsevier. DocuGuru's Social Sciences & Humanities Open template matches Elsevier's official submission format.
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