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Write in a clean editor, then format for ZDM in one click — DocuGuru applies the official Springer Nature template with superscript references and exports a submission-ready PDF plus the editable LaTeX source. Free to start.

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About the ZDM format

ZDM is a peer-reviewed journal published by Springer Nature, covering Mathematics Education and Teaching Techniques, Cognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skills, Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods.

PublisherSpringer Nature
Reference styleSuperscript numbered (Nature)
Superscript — small raised numerals in the text
1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. ZDM 12, 45–58 (2023).

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Publishes research inMathematics Education and Teaching Techniques Cognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skills Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods Teacher Education and Leadership Studies Education and Technology Integration
ISSN1863-9690
Citation impact (2-yr)3.93
h-index106
i10-index1,230
Total citations59,867
Article processing charge$2,990
Top institutions publishing hereUniversität Hamburg
Journal websitewww.springer.com
You getA submission-ready PDF and the editable LaTeX source — ready to submit.

Papers published in ZDM per year

92
2014
91
2015
78
2016
78
2017
111
2018
101
2019
87
2020
113
2021
136
2022
84
2023
107
2024
112
2025

Citation impact of ZDM by publication year

3.5K
2014
4K
2015
4K
2016
3.1K
2017
3.9K
2018
3.1K
2019
4K
2020
3K
2021
1.7K
2022
1.4K
2023
630
2024
331
2025

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

Most-cited papers in ZDM

ZDM template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the ZDM format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the ZDM template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Springer Nature format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does ZDM use?
ZDM uses Superscript numbered (Nature) references, shown as superscript numerals in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. ZDM 12, 45–58 (2023).
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to ZDM?
No. DocuGuru generates the sn-jnl LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Springer Nature-ready ZDM document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the ZDM template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the ZDM format with correct headings, figures, tables, and superscript citations.
Who publishes ZDM?
ZDM is a multidisciplinary journal published by Springer Nature. DocuGuru's ZDM template matches Springer Nature's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready ZDM PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official ZDM template (the sn-jnl class) that is ready to submit to Springer Nature, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the ZDM template cost?
You can start writing in the ZDM template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready ZDM PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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