Deciphering Themes and Trajectories: A Bibliometric Study on Learning Design & Technology over Four Decades

Abstract

<div>The intersection of learning design with technology continually transforms the educational scene prompting deep</div><div>study. Through an exhaustive bibliometric analysis powered by the myriad features of the Biblioshiny toolset from data</div><div>procured from Scopus vast CSV file resource spanning 1977 to 2023. The study maps the evolution of themes within</div><div>this field. It uncovers how initial conversations about e-learning foundations segued into contemporary dialogues on</div><div>mobile learning approaches as well as pedagogical design intricacies. Central to this research is the identification of</div><div>leading figures in the arena. Highlighting paramount authors or resources offers a tailored breakdown on texts crucial to</div><div>shaping both past discussions as well as the directions learning design with technology might take in future. Analyzing</div><div>scientific production trends helps understand shifts over time in the space between innovation bursts to periods</div><div>demanding thoughtful consolidation. By intertwining theme progressions along with key contributors or resource</div><div>findings with production pattern assessments, this research offers a holistic bibliometric panorama. It therefore</div><div>condenses learning design with its technology-rich history in conjunction with the current state to guide future research</div><div>directions in this critical educational field.</div>