Teacher Training in Science Education: Insights into Research Trends through a Bibliometric Approach

Abstract

The primary objective of this study is to offer comprehensive insights into the current research trends concerning teacher training in the field of science education. By employing a bibliometric approach, this investigation explores a domain that has received limited scrutiny in previous studies. The data collection process involves querying the Scopus platform, resulting in the acquisition of 3695 articles spanning the publication years from 1967 to 2024. A detailed analysis of these articles reveals valuable information regarding the increasing output over time, geographic distribution of research, affiliations of contributors, diverse fields of study, and predominant themes explored by researchers. The data derived from this bibliometric analysis sheds light on the evolving landscape of teacher training in science education. It provides insights into the growing interest in this area, global distribution of research activities, key contributors from various affiliations, and diverse range of topics explored within the realm of science education. By examining the patterns and trends identified in the collected articles, this research contributes to a more nuanced understanding of the current state of teacher training in science education and highlights potential areas for further exploration and development in this critical field.