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Exploring gender in ICT integrated STEM education: A bibliometric study

Denis A. Dobrokhotov 1 , Anastasia E. Sayapina 1 , Elmira R. Khairullina 2 , Aygul A. Khafizova 3 * , Alexey I. Prokopyev 4 , Natalya S. Erokhova 5
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1 First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), Moscow, RUSSIA2 Kazan National Research Technological University, Kazan, RUSSIA3 Kazan Federal University, Kazan, RUSSIA4 Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Moscow, RUSSIA5 Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University), Moscow, RUSSIA* Corresponding Author
Contemporary Educational Technology, 17(3), July 2025, ep589, https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/16741
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Gender inequalities are one of the principal issues that academic gurus and policy makers have noted in information and communication technology (ICT) integrated STEM education. Therefore, this bibliometric analysis has the research objectives to investigate the quantity of research carried out and published over the years on gender in STEM education. Data source was Scopus database with time frame from 2010-2024. According to our investigation of the literature, scholarly work that focuses on gender in ICT integrated STEM education has been on the rise in the last ten years proving that gender issues are worth considering in this context. This study examines the evolution of research output and trends in the incorporation of gender studies into ICT integrated STEM education. The findings indicate a notable increase in research activity over the years, with a peak in article production and citations in 2022 and 2023. Noteworthy patterns of collaboration among prolific authors underscore the interdisciplinary nature of the field. Keyword analysis highlights a strong focus on gender-related issues, such as gender differences and disparities, reflecting a concerted effort to address gender inequalities in ICT integrated STEM education. The global distribution of research contributions emphasizes the universal relevance of gender issues in ICT integrated STEM, with the USA leading in article production. Key journals and institutions are identified as pivotal in advancing gender equity in ICT integrated STEM, with funding agencies playing a crucial role in driving research agendas. The interdisciplinary nature of research on gender in ICT integrated STEM is evident, with various disciplines contributing to a comprehensive understanding of gender dynamics in educational and professional contexts.
Keywords: gender, ICT, STEM education, bibliometric review

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Dobrokhotov, D. A., Sayapina, A. E., Khairullina, E. R., Khafizova, A. A., Prokopyev, A. I., & Erokhova, N. S. (2025). Exploring gender in ICT integrated STEM education: A bibliometric study. Contemporary Educational Technology, 17(3), ep589. https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/16741

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