Bibliometric analysis of augmented reality in education and social science

Abstract

Augmented reality (AR) overlays virtual elements on real-time images. Because to its ubiquitous use on desktop computers and handheld devices, it has become a major study topic. AR provides benefits like engagement, motivation, and learning result, but drawbacks like the technology tool and application and pedagogical challenges. After 2015, global Google searches for AR increased. This study analyzed “AR” literature released after 2015. Exclusion and inclusion criteria are studies were divided into social sciences and education and published in English. Research should be published during 2015-2022. 3,823 studies were analyzed. AR publications will increase after 2020. Annual citations averaged 2.49. Computer & Education leads the top ten journals in citations. National Taiwan Normal University and Beijing Normal University have the most publications when ordered by writers’ institutions. China leads global publications, whereas the US leads overall publications. China led in citations, followed by the US. Macedonia led the average number of article citations, followed by Israel. The strategic map shows the center and density of key issues. “Student learning,” “AR applications,” and “AR technology” are linked and vital terms. Based on the results of the bibliometric study, researchers who wish to work on AR may emphasize theme-based learning studies and AR. Researchers that are considering conducting bibliometric analysis on AR are urged to conduct research utilizing many databases.

Augmented Reality in Education: A Bibliometric Analysis

“…The United States ranks first in terms of the total number of publications. This aligns with bibliometric research findings (Karakus et al, 2019;Masalimova et al, 2023) that the United States is at the top of the list based on total publications. Researchers researching AR are more open to collaborating and publishing joint works (Masalimova et al, 2023).…”

“…Third is Education and Information Technologies, with a total of 33 documents. Several bibliometric studies (Garzón, 2021;Karakus et al, 2019;Masalimova et al, 2023) stated that Computer and Education were the most cited sources. The author prefers Computer and Education because the AR subject covers technology intensively and is compatible with the scope of Computer and Education (Masalimova et al, 2023).…”

“…AR applications have increased along with technological advances and ease of use (Talan, 2021). Expensive hardware and complex equipment are no longer required to utilize AR technology, which is one of the most significant factors contributing to the widespread adoption of AR technology (Masalimova et al, 2023). With more accessible AR, users have more opportunities to engage with academic material, thereby improving students' retention of the material (Kaur et al, 2020).…”

Innovations in science education: A bibliometric exploration of trends and future directions

“…Furthermore, besides the identification of International Journal of STEM Education and Journal of Science Education and Technology as among the most cited journals in this field, the analysis also highlighted according to Tas and Bolat (2022). These citations (Ertem & Aypay, 2023;Kadirhanogullari & Kose, 2023;Kundakci & Atay, 2023;Masalimova et al, 2023;Medias et al, 2023;Savas, 2022) are essential to both the researchers and the experts working in the field of science education and ensure that they utilize the insights as well as the findings of other experts when designing future research and implementing these practices. Doing a bibliometric analysis of where articles related to science education innovations are published reveals that there are certain nations that stand out as they have the most prominent contributions to scientific discussions.…”