Visualizing the Evolution of Educational Technology in Higher Education: A Bibliometric Analysis using R Studio

Abstract

This study offers a bibliometric analysis performed in R Studio to depict the growth of educational technology (EdTech) in higher education. The study uses bibliometric tools to track the evolution of EdTech research over time, finding major trends, influential articles, and emergent issues. This research sheds light on the transformational effect of technology in higher education pedagogy by analyzing academic literature, citation networks, and keyword mapping. The paper's goal is to contribute to a better understanding of integrating technology in teaching and learning activities inside higher education institutions by depicting ICT, EdTechs, online learning, and educational progress in higher education. The findings of this bibliometric analysis are useful for academics, educators, and policymakers looking to use educational technology's potential to improve teaching quality and student achievement.