Journal Guide

The journal Social Sciences and Missions / Sciences sociales et mission provides a forum for exploration of the social and political influence of Christian missions worldwide. Christian missions represent a unique site of observation for the study of modern societies, in the "north" as well as in the "south". This is the reason why missions constitute the "prime material" of the journal Social Sciences & Missions.

Social Sciences in China is a peer-reviewed quarterly academic journal comprising articles translated from the prestigious journal published by the Social Science in China Press on behalf of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. Every article is selected for quality, fully reviewed, and meticulously translated into English. Social Sciences in China has been published continuously since 1980 and is the foremost journal published on the subject, uniquely based within China itself. The journal focuses on recent important developments across the breadth of social sciences and humanities in China. It is well-known for its pursuit of academic rigour and innovation, for uniting theory with practice, and for the high quality of its articles. Social Sciences in China will appear four times a year on both print and online formats, and will remain under the expert editorial direction of the Academy and the journal's Editor-in-Chief Gao Xiang. Peer Review Statement All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, with initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing. Disclaimer Social Sciences in China and Taylor & Francis make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 8220;Content8221;) contained in its publications. However, Social Sciences in China and Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not necessarily the views of the Editor, Social Sciences in China or Taylor & Francis.

Social Semiotics is a journal that publishes high quality papers that deal with the study of communicational resources and practices through words, images, behaviours, settings, sounds, design, etc, and the way these are connected to the organization of societies and everyday lives. Articles can include linguistic analysis, visual analysis, content analysis, ethnography, interviews, production studies and can be tied into political economic analysis. Social semiotics is critical sign study which is aware of the specific and strategic ways in which signs are created, used and received in different domains. It is a form of enquiry applied to specific instances and problems. It asks 8216;8216;what kinds of semiotic resources are used in specific institutional or social contexts and how do these reflect and conceal specific interests, power relations and communicative strategies?''. The journal welcomes papers especially that analyse the everyday and the sociopolitical significance of representations. Peer Review Policy:All papers in this journal have undergone editorial screening and peer review. Manuscripts submitted should be original, not under review by any other publication and not published elsewhere. DisclaimerTaylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 8220;Content8221;) contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Social Studies Research and Practice is a peer-reviewed, electronic journal that focuses on providing a venue for P–16 social studies research and practice manuscripts, lesson plans, reviews, and issues related to higher-level learning outcomes.

Social Studies of Science is an international peer reviewed journal that encourages submissions of original research on science, technology and medicing.The journal is multidisciplinary, publishing work from a range of fields including:*political science, sociology, economics*history, philosophy, psychology*social anthropology, legal and educational disciplines"Social Studies of Science is indispensable for anyone seriously concerned about understanding the place of science and technology in the modern world" - Michael Mulkay.

ocial Theory & Health provides an international scholarly forum for theoretical reflection and debate on contemporary health issues, many of which bear directly on the planning and delivery of services. The journal aims to consolidate, refine and extend theoretically informed work on the role of health in modern societies.Interest in issues of theory and health now informs many academic and practice-oriented disciplines and crosses discipline boundaries. The Editors encourage contributions from all relevant disciplines, as well as from those involved directly in front-line treatment and care. Contributions from the developing world are particularly welcome. The journal aims to include contributions from all theoretical perspectives.

Social Transformations in Chinese Societies is a double-blind peer reviewed journal providing a global forum for research on major issues related to Chinese societies, at a time when these societies are undergoing rapid and significant social, political, economic, and cultural change.

Social Work is the premiere journal of the social work profession. Widely read by practitioners, faculty, and students, it is the official journal of NASW and is provided to all members as a membership benefit. Social Work is dedicated to improving practice and advancing knowledge in social work and social welfare. Its articles yield new insights into established practices, evaluate new techniques and research, examine current social problems, and bring serious critical analysis to bear on problems in the profession. Major emphasis is placed on social policy and the solutions to serious human problems.

Social Work Education publishes articles of a critical and reflective nature concerned with the theory and practice of social care and social work education at all levels. It presents a forum for international debate on important issues and provides an opportunity for the expression of new ideas and proposals on the structure and content of social care and social work education, training and development.In this way, the journal makes a vital contribution to the development of educational theory and practice in relation to social work and social care, promoting a set of standards in relation to the written presentation of ideas and experience which reflects the needs and requirements of both practice and education.It is most important that all contributions demonstrate and promote anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive approaches to training and practice.Promoting Equality and Anti-Oppressive PracticeEditorial Board position statementThe journal aims for the highest standards in its published material. All material submitted to the journal is subject to a process of assessment and evaluation through the Editor, Board members and a group of assessors drawn from a wide range of expertise.The composition of the Editorial Board encompasses diverse perspectives, and vacancies are filled through open recruitment promoting equality of access.In addition, the assessors and reviewers are actively sought who bring a wide range of perspectives, and in particular the perspectives of oppressed groups, to their assessment of submitted material.The journal will publish material that reflects the wide constituency of social work education and training. Writings demonstrating and illustrating anti-oppressive approaches to training, education and practice are actively sought. All writings must demonstrate a permeation of these issues. Articles from writers bringing the perspectives of oppressed groups are actively encouraged. The journal will not knowigly publish material that is oppressive in content or style.The Editorial Board will monitor the implementation of this statement.The Editorial Board welcomes responses to this statement and comments on published material in relation to this position statement.Statement of PurposeTo publish an interesting, lively and readable journal of a high standard which reflects the wide constituency of social work education and training.In order to achieve this the journal seeks:TO ENSURE that all contributions will demonstrate and promote anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive approaches to training and practice.TO PUBLISH articles of a critical and reflective nature concerned with the theory and practice of social care and social work education at all levels.TO PROVIDE an opportunity for the expression of new ideas and proposals on the structure and content of social care and social work education, training and development.TO CONTRIBUTE to the development of educational theory and practice in relation to social work and social care.TO ENCOURAGE and PROVIDE a forum for debate on important issues concerning social care and social work education, training and staff development.TO PROMOTE a set of standards in relation to the written presentation of both ideas and experience which reflects the needs and requirements of both practice and education.Peer Review IntegrityAll research articles in this journal, including those in special issues, special sections, or supplements, have undergone rigorous peer review, this generally involves initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two independent reviewers. Disclaimer Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the "Content") contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations whatsoever as to the accuracy completeness or suitability for any purpose of the content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether expressed or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor and Francis.