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A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals
Abstract
Despite a growing number of bibliometric studies in various disciplines, there is a lack of consolidated analysis focusing on SSCI-indexed language and linguistics journals. Through a descriptive content analysis approach, this study offers a panorama of bibliometric research on SSCI-indexed language and linguistics journals. Specifically, it addresses the frequently analyzed journals, the metrics used in these studies, publication trends over the years, bibliometric differences between high- and low-impact journals, and institutional/geographical distribution of authors. Consequently, it intends to reveal under-researched journals and relevant bibliometric trends that warrant further bibliometric attention. To this end, 629 relevant journals were identified using a SCImago search. Two hundred twenty-four were validated for SSCI-indexation through the Web of Science (WoS) Master Journal List. After establishing the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a keyword query was performed using the WoS Core Collection. Results indicated 18 bibliometric studies analyzing 20 journals between 1984 and 2023. Commonly used metrics showed similarities, albeit five studies with individual foci (e.g., methodological characteristics and impact factor). Most studies were multiple-authored publications, with 33.33% international collaboration. The annual scientific production peaked in 2022 and 2023 despite long-lasting stagnation and fluctuations. The bibliometrically analyzed journals had varied impact factors. Geographical distribution showed U.S. and Chinese dominance, followed by Spain. Analyses suggest a vast literature gap in bibliometric mapping of language and linguistics journals. Altogether, this analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of bibliometric practices and their implications for research evaluation in language and linguistics.
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Primary Language
English
Subjects
Language Studies (Other)
Journal Section
Research Article
Authors
Early Pub Date
July 1, 2025
Publication Date
June 30, 2025
Submission Date
February 14, 2025
Acceptance Date
May 14, 2025
Published in Issue
Year 2025 Volume: 19 Number: 1
APA
Topal, İ. H. (2025). A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals. Cankaya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 19(1), 11-36. https://doi.org/10.47777/cankujhss.1639841
AMA
1.Topal İH. A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals. CUJHSS. 2025;19(1):11-36. doi:10.47777/cankujhss.1639841
Chicago
Topal, İbrahim Halil. 2025. “A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals”. Cankaya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences 19 (1): 11-36. https://doi.org/10.47777/cankujhss.1639841.
EndNote
Topal İH (June 1, 2025) A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals. Cankaya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences 19 1 11–36.
IEEE
[1]İ. H. Topal, “A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals”, CUJHSS, vol. 19, no. 1, pp. 11–36, June 2025, doi: 10.47777/cankujhss.1639841.
ISNAD
Topal, İbrahim Halil. “A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals”. Cankaya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences 19/1 (June 1, 2025): 11-36. https://doi.org/10.47777/cankujhss.1639841.
JAMA
1.Topal İH. A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals. CUJHSS. 2025;19:11–36.
MLA
Topal, İbrahim Halil. “A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals”. Cankaya University Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, vol. 19, no. 1, June 2025, pp. 11-36, doi:10.47777/cankujhss.1639841.
Vancouver
1.İbrahim Halil Topal. A Descriptive Content Analysis of Bibliometric Analyses of SSCI-Indexed Language and Linguistics Journals. CUJHSS. 2025 Jun. 1;19(1):11-36. doi:10.47777/cankujhss.1639841