Inquiry-Integrated STEM in Physics Education: Bibliometric Trends and the Electromagnetic Induction Research Gap (2020–2025)

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https://doi.org/10.58230/27454312.5239

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bibliometric analysis, inquiry based learning, STEM education, physics education, electromagnetic induction

Abstract

Inquiry-based STEM integration is increasingly important in physics learning for fostering 21st-century skills, yet a comprehensive mapping of this research field's structure remains limited, particularly on the topic of electromagnetic induction, which is conceptually difficult for students. This study set out to map trends, productivity, thematic structure, and research gaps in inquiry-integrated STEM for physics education from 2020 to 2025. We carried out a bibliometric analysis. Our dataset came from 59 Scopus-indexed documents identified through PRISMA screening. Analysis used Bibliometrix (RStudio/Biblioshiny) and VOSviewer version 1.6.21. Output fluctuated across the period but trended upward overall, peaking at 17 documents in 2025. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, AIP Conference Proceedings, and Physics Education were the leading outlets. Thematic mapping yielded ten keyword clusters. Students and engineering education emerged as the strongest motor themes, while active learning and innovative projects stayed marginal. VOSviewer results matched these patterns. Most striking was the complete absence of electromagnetic induction from the keyword set and from a direct Scopus verification search—clear evidence of a genuine research gap. We recommend building and testing inquiry-based STEM interventions that specifically target electromagnetic induction, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 4.

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Author Biographies

  • I Made Astra, Universitas Negeri Jakarta

    Professor of Physics Education, Physics Education Study Program, Universitas Negeri Jakarta

  • Esmar Budi, Universitas Negeri Jakarta

    Professor of Physics Material Composites, Physics Education Study Program, Universitas Negeri Jakarta

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2026-11-10

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Tyas, H., Astra, I. M., & Budi, E. (2026). Inquiry-Integrated STEM in Physics Education: Bibliometric Trends and the Electromagnetic Induction Research Gap (2020–2025). Didaktika: Jurnal Kependidikan, 15(4 November), 5521-5540. https://doi.org/10.58230/27454312.5239