Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE)
Vol 6 No 4 (2025): October

Evaluating Research Trends and Scholarly Impact in Blended Learning and Learning Management Systems: A Bibliometric Study (2003–2025)

Ishaq Ishaq (Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar)
Syamsidar Saleng (Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar)
Hartono Bancong (Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Oct 2025

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study aims to identify global research trends, thematic evolution, and collaboration patterns in blended learning and learning management systems (LMS) from 2003 to 2025 using a bibliometric approach. Methodology:.A total of 890 peer-reviewed documents indexed in Scopus were analyzed using VOSviewer (v1.6.19) and Biblioshiny (R-based). Bibliometric mapping, keyword co-occurrence, and network visualization techniques were employed following systematic review procedures. Main Findings: The study identified three distinct research phases: initiation (2003–2008), rapid growth (2009–2019), and stabilization (2020–2025). Research focus shifted from technical implementation to learner-centered pedagogy emphasizing engagement, curriculum integration, and learning analytics. Emerging themes include artificial intelligence and adult learning, while Computers & Education remains the most influential source. Novelty/Originality of this study: This study provides a two-decade bibliometric mapping highlighting thematic evolution and collaboration networks in blended learning and LMS research. It advances understanding by identifying emerging areas such as AI and lifelong learning that inform future directions in digital education research.

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JEE

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Education Social Sciences Other

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JEE publishes high-quality methodological assessment, evaluation, and study research texts in various educational settings and scientific disciplines with their own specific phenomena, as well as related studies that address issues of concern to education today. JEE discusses scientific research on ...