Bibliometric Synthesis of Research on Aesthetic Education for Middle School

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the current state and trends in aesthetic education for middle school students through bibliometric analysis. Utilizing the Bibliometrics package in the R programming language, we analyze a dataset comprising 111 documents published from 1970 to 2023. This analysis offers insights into the field's development, including document production trends, author performance, and the most cited publications.The research reveals a steady annual growth rate of 4.63% in scholarly publications since 2011, highlighting the field's emerging nature. The average document age of 5.45 suggests growing scholarly attention. Author performance analysis identifies key contributors, with notable Chinese scholars prominent in the field.This study's value lies in providing a comprehensive overview of the research landscape in aesthetic education for middle school. It sheds light on evolving trends and influential scholars, facilitating informed decision-making for educators, researchers, and policymakers.