Trend Analysis of Blended Learning Research Output from Scopus: A Scientometric Study
Senthilkumar, P.
Regional Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Paiyur, Krishnagiri-635112, Tamil Nadu, India.
Sankar, M.
Agricultural College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Vazhavachanur, Tamil Nadu, India.
Deivamani, M *
ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, India.
Senthilkumar, M
Horticultural Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Yercaud, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India.
Ayyadurai, P
Centre of Excellence for Millets, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Athiyandal, Tamil Nadu, India.
Sivakumar.B
Forest College and Research Institute, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Mettupalayam, Tamil Nadu, India.
Sasikumar, K
Regional Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Paiyur, Krishnagiri-635112, Tamil Nadu, India.
Govindan, K
Regional Research Station, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Paiyur, Krishnagiri-635112, Tamil Nadu, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This research study is a scientometric analysis of blended learning research output indexed in Scopus from 2015 to 2023, revealing significant growth in publications and citation metrics. The analysis indicates an upward trend in records, escalating from 854 publications in 2015 to 22,344 in 2023. The findings highlight that articles constitute the majority of publications (~83.11%), with an impressive citation per record average of 10.49. Notably, 2020 exhibited a peak in records (1,466) and citations (22,455). Utilizing Time Series and Trend Analysis, projections for 2030 and 2045 suggest continued positive growth in blended learning research output. Overall, this study underscores the increasing global interest in blended learning and its implications for future research directions.
Keywords: Trend analysis, blended learning research, Scopus, time series analysis