The Global Rise of Robotics in Education: A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis

Abstract - Using robotics in education has transformed teaching approaches and piqued student interest in a wide range of
educational environments. This paper provides a comprehensive bibliometric examination of the field, tracing the evolution of
robots in education from its inception to the present. The study indicates, based on a detailed investigation of multiple academic
publications and sources, that research activity and publication trends have increased dramatically over the last 20 years. Key
findings reveal that there has been a noticeable increase in publications and citations, particularly after 2019, demonstrating
that robotics is becoming more widely acknowledged as a valuable teaching tool. Leading authors and nations who score
particularly well are acknowledged as major contributors, with a focus on key publications and extensively cited sources that
have changed the field. The report also delves into the key concepts and words driving current research, such as robotics
curriculum integration, STEM education, and educational robotics. Thematic analyses demonstrate a shift in focus from general
educational technologies to using robotics for targeted applications. This study not only traces the evolution of robotics in
education but also highlights the crucial role of ongoing innovation in incorporating robots into educational systems and the
potential for future research in this area.
Keywords - Educational robotics, STEM education, IoT in robotics, Student engagement, Bibliometric.