International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education

The International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education (INT J EDUC TECHNOL H) stands as a premier, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the scholarship of technology-enhanced learning within the tertiary education sector. With an exceptional 2026 Impact Factor of 38.700 and a top-tier JCR Quartile ranking of Q1, the journal occupies the highest echelon of its field, reflecting its profound influence and the exceptional quality of its contributions. The journal’s scope encompasses the critical intersection of digital technologies, pedagogy, and institutional change in higher education, covering topics such as learning analytics, artificial intelligence in education, online and blended learning environments, virtual and augmented reality, instructional design, and the assessment of digital learning outcomes. It publishes original research articles, comprehensive systematic reviews, and theoretical frameworks that offer rigorous empirical evidence or innovative conceptual insights. The journal’s target audience includes academic researchers, university faculty, instructional designers, educational technologists, and higher education administrators seeking evidence-based strategies for integrating technology into curricula and institutional systems. Notably, the journal is fully open access, published by Springer in partnership with the University of Barcelona, ensuring that its cutting-edge research is freely and globally accessible to all stakeholders. Its standing in the field is extraordinary; the exceptionally high Impact Factor and Q1 quartile designation place it among the most cited and authoritative journals in educational technology, making it a definitive source for high-impact studies that shape the future of digital higher education worldwide.