Title:<\/strong>\u00a0School Library Research<\/em>\u00a0(SLR<\/em>)<\/p>\n ISSN<\/strong>: 2165-1019<\/p>\n Website:<\/strong>\u00a0About School Library Research (SLR)<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Purpose, objective, or mission:<\/strong>\u00a0School Library Research<\/em>\u00a0(SLR<\/em>) is the research journal of the American Association of School Librarians, which is a division of the American Library Association. The purpose of the journal \u201cis to promote and publish high quality original research concerning the management, implementation, and evaluation of school library programs.\u201d The journal also emphasizes \u201cresearch on instructional theory, teaching methods, and critical issues relevant to school libraries and school librarians.\u201d\u00a0SLR<\/em>\u00a0succeeds\u00a0School Library Media Research\u00a0<\/em>and\u00a0School Library Media Quarterly Online.<\/em>\u201c1<\/sup><\/p>\n Target audience:<\/strong>\u00a0SLR\u2019<\/em>s target audience is \u201cacademic scholars, school librarians, instructional specialists and other educators who strive to provide a constructive learning environment for all students and teachers.\u201d2<\/sup><\/p>\n Publisher:<\/strong>\u00a0American Library Association.<\/p>\n Peer reviewed?<\/strong>\u00a0Yes, double-blind peer review.3<\/sup><\/p>\n Type:<\/strong>\u00a0LIS scholarly journal.<\/p>\n Medium:<\/strong>\u00a0Online, open access.4<\/sup><\/p>\n Content:<\/strong>\u00a0SLR<\/i>\u00a0publishes original research reports, conceptual essays, and literature review and proposal papers.5<\/sup>\u00a0The journal also distributes \u201cmajor research findings worldwide through both electronic publication and linkages to substantive documents on the Internet.\u201d6<\/sup><\/p>\n Frequency of publication:<\/strong>\u00a0Each volume is published annually, but articles are added to the electronic journal after peer review and acceptance by the editorial board.7<\/sup><\/p>\n Location of submission guidelines:<\/strong>\u00a0Submit a Manuscript<\/a><\/p>\n Types of contributions accepted:<\/strong>\u00a0SLR<\/em>\u00a0accepts high-quality, original research on the\u00a0the management, implementation, and evaluation of school library programs and on instructional theory, teaching methods, and critical issues relevant to school libraries and librarians. \u201cManuscripts may be based on original research, an innovative conceptual framework, or a substantial literature review that opens new areas of inquiry and investigation.\u201d8<\/sup><\/p>\n Submission and review process:<\/strong>\u00a0Manuscripts, preferably in Microsoft Word, can be submitted via an online submission form or by email to the editors. Manuscripts undergo double-blind review, which usually takes eight to twelve weeks. If a manuscript is not accepted, the editor may forward reviewers\u2019 recommendations to the author, and the manuscript can be revised and reviewed until accepted. Manuscripts are placed online only after full board review and majority acceptance; they remain open to critical review by readers.9<\/sup><\/p>\n Editorial tone:<\/strong>\u00a0The tone is scholarly and academic. The work submitted must follow all guidelines and present original scholarly material that adds something new to the field; published manuscripts must meet \u201cthe extensive review criteria.\u201d10<\/sup><\/p>\n Style guide used:<\/strong> Chicago Manual of Style<\/em>\u00a0(16th edition)\u00a0and an additional journal-specific guide.11<\/sup><\/p>\n This is a high-profile, standard-setting research journal.\u00a0SLR<\/em>\u00a0is appropriate for\u00a0LIS authors who have experience in conducting original school library research and in writing articles that following standard research reporting guidelines: discussion of research questions, application of appropriate research methodology, review of and reference to relevant literature, and clear conclusions. Conceptual essays and literature review and proposal papers must follow the journal\u2019s structural guidelines as well. LIS authors should carefully read the journal\u2019s submission guidelines and see the Definitions of Acceptable Manuscript Content section for particulars.12<\/sup><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Publication circulation:<\/strong>\u00a0Data not available.<\/p>\n Audience location and language or cultural considerations:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0SLR<\/em>\u00a0is a U.S.-based journal written in English. The journal is a publication of the American Association of School Librarians, so readers are concerned with issues related to school libraries in America, but they are aware of and seek out more global perspectives on these issues.\u00a0SLR<\/em>\u00a0is an open-access journal, so it does have an international reach.<\/p>\n Reader characteristics:<\/strong>\u00a0The journal reaches a broad range of readers: school librarians in a variety of K-12 settings, LIS graduate students, academic scholars and researchers, and other educators. Readers will share a belief in the importance of high-quality services for students in K-12 schools and a desire \u201cprovide a constructive learning environment for all students and teachers.\u201d13<\/sup><\/p>\n Knowledge of LIS subject matter:<\/strong>\u00a0It is likely that readers have a strong understanding of LIS subject matter.<\/p>\n Readers will expect articles, especially original research, that inform their own practices in school libraries and that will further their understanding of the present and future of school librarianship. They will also look to the journal for interpretations of policies, guidelines, and best practices published by the American Association of School Librarians and to keep up to date on the association\u2019s standards and recommendations.14<\/sup><\/p>\n Last updated:<\/strong>\u00a0March 9, 2018<\/p>\n Publication analysis About the publication Title:\u00a0School Library Research\u00a0(SLR) ISSN: 2165-1019 Website:\u00a0About School Library Research (SLR) Purpose, objective, or mission:\u00a0School Library Research\u00a0(SLR) is the research journal of the American Association of School Librarians, which is a division of the American Library Association. 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Conclusion: Evaluation of publication\u2019s potential for LIS authors<\/h3>\n
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Conclusion: Analysis of reader characteristics and their potential impact on authors<\/h3>\n
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