Academic Journal
Q1ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education
About ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education
About ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education
ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Springer Verlag (Germany). It focuses on Q1. Publication coverage spans 1997-2026.
Key indicators: ISSN 1863-9704, 1863-9690; H-index 83.
Understanding This Journal's Metrics
Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:
- H-index (83): Strong citation impact — 83 articles cited at least 83 times each, reflecting solid influence.
Publishing in ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education
An established venue in its field. The journal welcomes solid, well-executed research. Ensure your manuscript fits the stated scope and follows author guidelines carefully.
- Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q1. Off-scope manuscripts are typically desk-rejected quickly.
- Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.
Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?
- Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
- Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
- Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
- Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ISSN of ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education?
1863-9704, 1863-9690.
Who publishes ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education?
Springer Verlag.
What are ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education's metrics?
H-index 83.
Is ZDM – International Journal on Mathematics Education peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.
Source-backed journal facts
Topics in published research
Mathematics 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; Statistics Education and Methodologies.
OpenAlex classifies topics from published works. These topics are not the publisher’s official aims and scope.
Reported open-access list prices
3,190.00 USD; 2,590.00 EUR; 2,290.00 GBP
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Source: OpenAlex source record. Retrieved 2026-10-03. Source record updated 2026-10-02. OpenAlex metrics are different from SCImago metrics and the Clarivate Journal Impact Factor.
Journal Metrics
Quartile, SJR and the listed SCImago H-index use the 2025 imported SCImago dataset. A quartile may vary by subject category. Values without a source or reporting year are unverified historical entries. Verify the current Journal Impact Factor with Clarivate or the publisher before using it.
Aims & Scope
The publisher’s official aims and scope have not yet been verified for this profile. Use the journal website to check subject fit and accepted article types before submitting.
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