A Bibliometric Study on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
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https://doi.org/10.46328/ijemst.5763Keywords:
STEM, Bibliometric, Collaboration, Education policy, ScopusAbstract
This article presents a synthesis of current trends in STEM research, concentrating on how professional development affects teachers' opinions and involvement using bibliometric analysis. The main focus of education and technical growth is STEM, or science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This article provides an in-depth review of the latest research and innovative developments. The study of STEM's influence on government policy gives insight into government responses to STEM trends through changes in education policy and the support of stakeholders. The bibliometric study starts by firstly reviewing publications on STEM in journals indexed by Scopus by examining patterns of fluctuation and balance every year for the last ten years. Second, The Sustainability journal has published the most articles on STEM. Third, with a total of 287 citations, the majority of citations are focused on papers released in 2018. Fourth, student, learning, and STEM are the author keywords that are most frequently employed. The necessity of education policy congruence and the significance of ongoing support and training for STEM teachers' professional growth are emphasized. and adequate support from the Indonesian perspective. Recommendations include enhancing teacher training programs, promoting interdisciplinary approaches, and strengthening partnerships between academia, industry, and government to advance STEM education in Indonesia.
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