Research Trends and Knowledge Mapping in Science Education Based on Local Wisdom: A Bibliometric Analysis of Scopus 2016–2026 : A Bibliometric Analysis of Scopus 2016–2026

Ahmad Syaiful; Tien Aminatun; Anggi Tias Pratama; Suhartini; Suyitno Aloysius

doi:10.21831/j.sc.edu.research.v10i2.98173

Authors

Ahmad Syaiful Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta
Tien Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7428-0250
Anggi Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0814-7528
Suhartini Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta https://orcid.org/0009-0009-7824-0024
Suyitno Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0314-2445

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https://doi.org/10.21831/j.sc.edu.research.v10i2.98173

Abstract

This study aims to analyze research trends and map the knowledge structure regarding science education based on local wisdom in Scopus-indexed literature from 2016 to May 2026. This study employs a bibliometric analysis approach, adapting the PRISMA 2020 framework to ensure that the document selection process is conducted transparently and systematically. Data were obtained from the Scopus database using keywords related to local wisdom, local knowledge, indigenous knowledge, traditional knowledge, science education, science learning, biology education, biology learning, and STEM education. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a total of 119 open-access articles were analyzed. Bibliographic metadata was analyzed using Biblioshiny to identify annual scientific output, productive authors, relevant publication sources, institutional and national contributions, citation patterns, co-occurrence of keywords, thematic maps, and thematic evolution. The results indicate that research on science education based on local wisdom has shown consistent growth, with an annual growth rate of 15.79%. Indonesia is the most productive country, followed by the United States, South Africa, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Keyword and theme analysis indicates that this field is closely related to science education, local wisdom, indigenous knowledge, ethnoscience, STEM education, sustainability, and contextual learning. The evolution of themes indicates a shift from general discussions of local knowledge toward more specific themes, such as ethnoscience, teacher training, ethnochemistry, and sustainability-oriented science learning. This study provides a knowledge map and directions for future research on the development of culture-based science education.

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Author Biographies

Tien, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Prof. Dr. Tien Aminatun, S.Si., M.Si. adalah seorang akademisi dan peneliti di bidang Ekologi dan Ilmu Lingkungan. Beliau saat ini bertugas sebagai Guru Besar/Profesor dan menjabat sebagai Wakil Dekan di FMIPA Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY).

Anggi, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Dr. Anggi Tias Pratama, S.Pd., M.Pd. adalah dosen di Departemen Pendidikan Biologi, Fakultas Matematika dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam (FMIPA) di Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY). Beliau merupakan staf pengajar aktif yang tergabung dalam program studi Magister Pendidikan Biologi UNY.

Suhartini, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Prof. Dr. Suhartini, M.S. adalah seorang Guru Besar (Profesor) di Fakultas Matematika dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam (FMIPA), Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY). Beliau aktif mengajar dan meneliti di Departemen Pendidikan Biologi, baik untuk program sarjana maupun magister. Dalam karier akademiknya, Prof. Suhartini fokus pada bidang keahlian Ilmu Lingkungan, Bioteknologi, dan Biologi Sel/Molekuler.

Suyitno, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Dr. Drs. Suyitno Aloysius, M.S. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology Education at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY). His primary area of academic expertise is Plant Physiology.

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