Journal profile
IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research
ISSN 2549-9947 · eISSN 2614-1426 · Universitas Islam Indonesia · Indonesia
IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research: fully open access; APC about USD 35; review about 8 weeks (community reports); 18 articles in 2025.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research is published by Universitas Islam Indonesia. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Educational Methods and Outcomes, Various Chemistry Research Topics and Chemistry Education and Research, together about 42.2% of its articles. Its main subfields are Education. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
FocusThe IJCER (International Journal of Chemistry Education Research) aims to serve as an international platform for the publication of original research papers, innovative approaches, and theoretical studies in science education — particularly in chemistry education , but also encompassing biology education, physics education, mathematics education, and science education fields with global relevance. Through a rigorous peer-review process, IJCER seeks to advance scholarly communication that bridges educational practices and research across diverse cultures, contexts, and countries. ScopeThe journal welcomes high-quality manuscripts focusing on (but not limited to) the following areas: Science and Mathematics Education (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and Mathematics) – including curriculum development, instructional strategies, assessment, teacher professional development, laboratory and field-based learning, conceptual understanding, digital and technology-assisted learning, problem-solving pedagogy, STEM/STEAM integration, and interdisciplinary approaches across chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics education.Science Education (General) – interdisciplinary STEM/STEAM education, scientific literacy, inquiry-based learning, socio-scientific issues, and integration of educational technology in science teaching.Educational Technology and Innovation – AR/VR for science learning, mobile learning, simulations, AI-supported learning environments, and adaptive or personalized learning technologies.General and Interdisciplinary Education – teaching strategies, curriculum evaluation, educational policy related to science education, and cross-disciplinary educational approaches.Global and Comparative Studies – international collaborations, cross-cultural educational contexts, global science education challenges, and comparative studies among different countries. Article TypesIJCER publishes: Original research articlesShort communicationsTeaching innovation reportsReviews and position papers on emerging issues in science education Editorial Policy Manuscripts must be written in English to ensure international visibility and readership.Authors from diverse geographic regions are strongly encouraged to submit their work to foster global academic collaboration.The journal is open access and published biannually (April and October) by Universitas Islam Indonesia.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Editor-in-chief Riyanto, M.Si.Publisher website
Editorial board by country: none in mainland China; most named Indonesia 13, Malaysia 3, Spain 2, Türkiye 2, Pakistan 2 (25 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Educational Methods and OutcomesSocial Sciences16.4%
- Various Chemistry Research TopicsChemistry14.1%
- Chemistry Education and ResearchSocial Sciences11.7%
- Science Education and PedagogySocial Sciences9.1%
- Problem and Project Based LearningSocial Sciences6.2%
- STEM EducationSocial Sciences6.2%
- Innovative Teaching and Learning MethodsPsychology4.5%
- Online Learning Methods and InnovationsSocial Sciences4.5%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
DOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
Google Scholar, SintaPublisher website
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- h-index
- 10OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 10OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.58OpenAlex ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 0%LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 171 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 | 19 | 47 |
| 2025 | 18 | 18 | 39 |
| 2024 | 22 | 22 | 59 |
| 2023 | 19 | 19 | 66 |
| 2022 | 21 | 21 | 49 |
| 2021 | 17 | 17 | 51 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 8 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 8 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Fully open accessDOAJ
Every article is open access; authors usually pay an article processing charge (APC).
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | IDR 100,000 / USD 35 | No | CC BY-SA | |
| LetPub | IDR 100,000 / USD 35 | No | — | |
| Publisher website | Yes, amount not published | — | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
Article types accepted6
- editorialAugmented Reality-Based LKPD Innovation Using Assemblr Edu for Atomic Structure Content April 30, 2026 Shayda Agustina et al. VOLUME 10, ISSUE 1, APRIL 2026 Eff…Length not stated
- original research articlesOriginal Research ArticlesLength not stated
- reviewAll submitted manuscripts are subject to a double-blind review process, through an online system. The review process takes 4-5 weeks, and its primary focus is t…Length not stated
- review articlesReview ArticlesLength not stated
- short communicationsShort communicationsLength not stated
- teaching innovation reportsTeaching innovation reportsLength not stated
Policy excerpts from the journal's websitePublication ethics, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review, Plagiarism
- Publication ethics PUBLICATION ETHICS
Publication Ethics: IJCER journals only accept articles that have never been published before in national or international journals, nor in proceedings of national/international seminars, and are not under consideration for publication elsewhere at the same time. Model summary
IJCER does not allow double publication (the same papers published in two peer-reviewed journals)IJCER does not allow double submission (the manuscript is submitted to other peer-reviewed journals before the final decision has been made).IJCER does not tolerate any plagiarism, data fabrication, fraud & falsification, copyright infringement, and inaccurate author attribution
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE
Copyright Notice: Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication with the work simultaneously licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). Authors are able to enter into separate, additional contractual arrangements for the non-exclusive distribution of t Model summary
Authors who publish in this journal agree to the following terms: Authors retain copyright and grant the journal right of first publication with the work simultaneously licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License that allows others to share the work with an acknowledgment of the work's authorship and initial publication in this journal.Authors are able to enter into separate, additional …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open Access Policy
Immediate open access Model summary
This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review Process
Each submitted manuscript will be handled by Editorial Board Members to manage the peer review process and decide whether a paper should be accepted for publication. The purpose of the peer review process is to review the technical format and use a template approach. Referees and Editorial Board Members will determine whether a paper is scientifically valid in accordance with our developed scope. …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Plagiarism PLAGIARISM CHECK
Plagiarism Policy: All submitted manuscripts must be free from plagiarism content. Authors are suggested to use plagiarism detection software (e.g., Turnitin) to check similarity. Editors will also check the similarity of manuscripts using Turnitin or another software. Model summary
All articles submitted to the journal are subject to a plagiarism check. Articles that do not meet the requirement will be returned to authors for further editorial work or will be rejected immediately. The plagiarism checker used by the journal is Turnitin.
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Universitas Islam Indonesia
- Country or region
- Indonesia
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 2549-9947
- Electronic ISSN
- 2614-1426
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 9, Issue 2 (October 2025)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
- Author guidelines ↗LetPub
- Aims & Scope ↗LetPub
- APC information ↗DOAJ
- Open access statement ↗DOAJ
- License & copyright ↗DOAJ
- Peer review process ↗LetPub
- Editorial board ↗LetPub
- Plagiarism policy ↗DOAJ
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research
How long does peer review take at IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research?
Authors report an average review time of about 8 weeks. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
Where are the editorial board members of IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research based?
Of the 25 board members whose country the journal's board page names, none are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Indonesia (13), Malaysia (3) and Spain (2). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research is indexed in DOAJ.
Is IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research open access, and what is the APC?
IJCER International Journal of Chemistry Education Research is a fully open-access journal. APC about USD 35.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, DOAJ, OpenAlex, Publisher website; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-25). Last updated: .