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Abstract

In this editorial, we review 400 articles and reviews published in the International Journal of STEM Education during its first decade (2014–2023). Using bibliometric analysis, we examine these publications to assess the journal’s major contributions to STEM education research and identify emerging trends over the years. The results present a dynamic picture of the growth of STEM education, highlighting key topics, such as STEM integration, equity, and emerging technologies. These findings also reveal evolving “hot topics” that reflect the shifting interests of researchers in the field. This review suggests that many areas of STEM education research are still in the growth phase. We encourage readers to use these insights as a foundation for developing future research agendas and advancing STEM education globally.

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Title
A decade of research contributions and emerging trends in the International Journal of STEM Education
Publication title
Volume
12
Issue
1
Pages
12
Publication year
2025
Publication date
Dec 2025
Publisher
Springer Nature B.V.
Place of publication
Heidelberg
Country of publication
Netherlands
e-ISSN
21967822
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
Document type
Editorial
Publication history
 
 
Online publication date
2025-02-19
Milestone dates
2025-02-04 (Registration); 2024-11-15 (Received); 2025-02-03 (Accepted)
Publication history
 
 
   First posting date
19 Feb 2025
ProQuest document ID
3168530757
Document URL
https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/decade-research-contributions-emerging-trends-i/docview/3168530757/se-2?accountid=208611
Copyright
Copyright Springer Nature B.V. Dec 2025
Last updated
2025-02-24
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3 databases
  • Coronavirus Research Database
  • Education Research Index
  • ProQuest One Academic