Contextual Natural Science Education Journal
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): April - June 2025

A Systematic Review of Research Trends in Cooperative Learning Models in Science Learning

Isniwana Damayanti (Master of Natural Science Education Program University of Mataram)
Inayatil Baqy (Master of Science Education University of Mataram)
Joni Rokhmat (Doctoral Program of Science Education, Mataram University, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2025

Abstract

This study aims to systematically review trends, patterns, and thematic developments in research related to cooperative learning models in science education. Utilizing a descriptive-analytical method, data were collected from documents indexed in Google Scholar, published between 2016 and 2025. The data were analyzed using bibliometric tools, including Publish or Perish, VOSviewer, and Dimensions.ai. The analysis highlights several key aspects, including publication trends, types of sources, top-cited articles, disciplinary research categories, and keyword mapping. Findings indicate a significant increase in research interest, particularly after 2021, with dominant focuses on improving students’ motivation, learning outcomes, and scientific literacy. Cooperative learning models such as STAD, Jigsaw, TGT, TPS, and TSTS were the most frequently studied. The keyword analysis revealed six thematic clusters emphasizing cognitive, motivational, collaborative, and communicative dimensions of cooperative learning. This review underscores the growing significance of cooperative learning in 21st-century science education and identifies gaps for future research.

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Journal Info

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cnsej

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Subject

Earth & Planetary Sciences Education Environmental Science Social Sciences Other

Description

Contextual Natural Science Education Journal (E-ISSN: 3046-8094) is a peer reviewed and open access scientific journal first published by the Science Education Doctoral Study Program, Postgraduate Program, Mataram University. This journal distributes papers written based on the results of original ...